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Carnival Sunshine

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The aptly named Carnival Sunshine has plenty of activities to help you with your tan. This ship has something for everyone, from thrilling water slides at Carnival WaterWorks to exciting games and activities at SportSquare, like mini golf, ping pong, and a ropes course high above the deck. Adults can relax in the Serenity area — the largest adults-only retreat in the Carnival fleet — with comfy loungers and a peaceful waterfall. Inside, there’s even more to enjoy. Catch a live show, laugh at the Punchliner Comedy Club, or challenge your friends to a game at The Warehouse Arcades. When it’s time to eat, you’ll find plenty of tasty options, like burgers from Guy’s Burger Joint, tacos at BlueIguana Cantina, or delicious meals at Cucina del Capitano and JiJi Asian Kitchen. With great food, fun activities, and entertainment for all ages, Carnival Sunshine is the perfect ship for your next family cruise.

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Ship Statistics
Year Built 1996
Refurbished 2018
Tonnage 102,853 tons
Registry Bahamas
Length 892 feet
Beam 116 feet
Passenger Capacity 3,002
Crew Size 1,040
# of Inside Cabins 586
# of Outside Cabins 915
# of Cabins w/ Verandas 563
# of Suites 55
Max. Room Occupancy 5
Age Restrictions
All must be 21 or older or one must be 25 or older
Dining Options click here
Tipping Expected? Yes
Tipping Guidelines
Carnival will automatically add $16.00 per day, per guest to your onboard account for standard accommodations ($18.00 per day, per guest for suite accommodations). These amounts can be adjusted onboard. A 18% tip is added to all beverage orders. Tipping is not required for children under the age of 2.
Onboard Currency US Dollar
Services & Amenities
Bars/Lounges 9
Beauty Salon/Barber Shop Yes
Casino Yes
Chapel No
Disco/Dancing Yes
Elevators Yes
Hot Tub Yes
Cell Phone Service Yes
Internet Center Yes
Wireless Internet Access
Note: Available throughout the ship
Yes
Laundromats (self service) Yes
Laundry/Dry Cleaning Yes
Library Yes
Movie Theatre No
Outdoor Movie Screen No
Onboard Weddings Yes
Shops Yes
Showroom Yes
Spa Yes
Video Arcade Yes
Fitness & Sports Facilities
Basketball Court Yes
Fitness Center Yes
Golf Driving Net No
Golf Simulator No
Ice Skating Rink No
Jogging Track Yes
Mini-Golf Course Yes
Swimming Pool Yes
Tennis Court No
Water Sports Platform No
Bowling No
Pickle Ball No
Cabin Features & Amenities
24-Hour Room Service
Note: Nominal fee applies to lunch, dinner and late-night menu items.
Yes
Hair Dryer Yes
Safe Yes
Telephone Yes
Television Yes
Kids Facilities & Family Activities
Babysitting Yes
Children's Playroom Yes
Kiddie Pool Yes
Supervised Youth Program Yes
Teen Center Yes
Water Playground/Splash Park Yes
Character Experiences Yes
Cooking Classes No
Rock Climbing Wall No
Dry Slides No
Escape Room No
Game Shows No
Waterslide Yes
Laser Tag No
Private Island
Note: Available on Select Itineraries
Yes
Racetrack No
Roller Coaster No
Ropes Course Yes
Virtual Reality Games No
Zipline No
Special Needs & Requests
Adjoining Cabins
     (private connecting doors)
Yes
Kosher Meals Yes
Single Occupancy Cabins No
Single Share Program No
Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins 32