Carnival Radiance

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Cruise from Long Beach to Ensenada, Mexico, and Catalina Island with Carnival Radiance.

2,984guests
101,509gross tons
7cruises now
$237fares from

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Carnival Radiance sails out of Long Beach, Fla., on short jaunts to Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico.

At a glance

Carnival Radiance is a large-size cruise ship operated by Carnival Cruise Line, in service since 2000. It carries 2,984 guests and 1,108 crew (2.7 guests per crew member) at 101,509 gross tons. It ties with 1 other ship as the 16th largest of 31 Carnival Cruise Line ships by guest capacity. On Cruiseable's Bliss scale it scores highest for family friendly and party (8/10) and lowest for adventure & nature and cultural (5/10). It is rated 4 out of 5 by Cruiseable and 4.5 out of 5 by Cruise Critic. It has 7 cruises on sale, with lead fares from $237 to $1,238. 37 of its upcoming sailings dropped in price since the previous weekly fare check.

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Specs

Cruiseable: 4 / 5
Cruise Critic: 4.5 / 5

Guests: 2,984
Crew: 1,108
Gross tons: 101,509
Decks: 13
Length: 893 ft
Beam: 125 ft
Maiden voyage: 2000
Refurbished: 2021
Space ratio: 2.7; Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew: 2.7
Speed (mph): 24
IMO: 9172648

Bliss scores

What Carnival Radiance is best at

Ten dimensions scored by our editors on a 10-point scale. The Cruiseable app ranks every cruise against the mix you care about.

Active 6.0
Adventure and nature 5.0
Cultural 5.0
Dining 6.0
Entertainment 7.0
Family friendly 8.0
Party 8.0
Romantic 6.0
Spa and fitness 6.0
Staterooms 7.0

Our review

Carnival Radiance: Getaways to Ensenada and Catalina Island

Carnival Radiance, formerly Carnival Victory, has been reengineered and reimagined from stem to stern for short jaunts out of Long Beach, Calif., to Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico, where cruisers can enjoy beaches, shopping and excursions. The ship debuted in November 2021.

On board, Radiance has WaterWorks for the young and young at heart as well as SportSquare, Seuss at Sea and the Serenity Adult Only Retreat. The ship also offers spa treatments at Cloud 9 Spa and arts and crafts at Make it with Michael's, among other activities.

Dining is varied, with options for families as well as a special evening just for the two of you. Start at the Dining Room for a cruise staple and branch out to Bonsai Sushi, the Chef's Table, Cucina del Capitano and The Carnival Deli. Don't forget the evening activities for all ages, with RedFrog Pub, The Punchline Comedy Club, karaoke and the MegaBeach Party.

Where Carnival Radiance sails

Carnival Radiance is a good choice for inexpensive, short getaways from the LA area to the tourist attractions of Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico.

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On board highlights

WaterWorks Lido deck
Red Frog Deck 5
Punchliner Comedy Club Deck 6

Dining

Where to eat on Carnival Radiance

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Inside and out

Dining 5

Enjoy a hearty meal at the Steakhouse aboard Carnival Radiance (digital rendering).
Grab breakfast or lunch at Big Chicken, created by Carnival’s Chief Fun Officer Shaquille O’Neal, aboard Carnival Radiance (digital rendering).
Enjoy premium-quality steaks, fresh seafood, salads and gourmet starters at the alternative restaurant Fahrenheit 555 on your Carnival cruise.
For an extra fee, Chef's Table is your chance for a multi-course dinner prepared specially by the executive chef.
Head to Guy's Pig and Anchor Bar-B-Que, featuring smoked beef, pork, andouille sausage and all the sides, during your Carnival cruise.

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Get entertained at the Comedy Club aboard Carnival Radiance (digital rendering).
Have a drink in a convivial atmosphere at the Red Frog aboard Carnival Radiance (digital rendering).
Splash around in the expansive WaterWorks waterpark on Carnival Radiance (digital rendering).
Head to the Alchemy Bar on your Carnival cruise, featuring your favorite drinks as well as new and innovative cocktails.
Head to the BlueIguana Tequila Bar on your Carnival cruise if you like ice-cold cervezas and slushy tequila drinks.
Enjoy a night of gaming at the casino during your Carnival cruise.
Relax in the Cloud 9 Thermal Lounge, where the temperature is always perfect, during your Carnival getaway.
Choose your show and laugh out loud at Punchliner Comedy Club, one of the entertainment options during your Carnival sailing.
Enjoy private-label brews, appetizers and upbeat tunes from live musicians at RedFrog Pub on your Carnival cruise.
Get rejuvenated in the spa of the Serenity Adult Only Retreat during your Carnival cruise.
Soak in the relaxing vibe of the Serenity Adult Only Retreat with your significant other during your Carnival sailing.
Frolic in the warm weather at WaterWorks, your Carnival waterpark.