For years, Galveston has been a popular spot for cruise ships to begin their journey. In fact, it is currently the fourth busiest cruise port in the U.S with some of the biggest companies, such as Carnival, Disney and Royal Caribbean; all operate from the Gulf Coast. Now, Carnival is showing their love for Galveston by branding their latest ship with a Texas theme.
In late December, Carnival Cruise Line will launch their new Jubilee ship, which will pay homage to the port with a distinctive Texas star on its bow. According to Dallas Morning News, the new Jubilee is four times larger than its predecessor, and cost an estimated $950 million to build. “As the first cruise line to sail year-round from Galveston, we have a long history with the community, and our next new ship is our latest investment in support of the local economy’s impressive growth,” said Carnival Cruise Line president Christine Duffy.
Sea trials for the ship are expected to begin in November, with the first trip from Galveston on Western Caribbean itineraries beginning in late December. The ship will travel year-round. With this, Carnival now has the perfect ship for a Texas vacation.
LISTEN on the Audacy App