Carnival Cruise ships
Carnival is well into the process of spending over $250 million on its “Evolutions of Fun” program in which the Fantasy class of ships will be completely renovated. This class ship includes the Carnival Ecstasy which sails out of Galveston and the Ecstasy looks great. Outdoor recreation areas have been expanded and Adults only areas have been incorporated into the design.
This is good for families and gives a chance to let “Camp Carnival” shine with plenty of children’s 
activities onboard.
The enhancements include the Carnival Comfort Bed sleep system with plush mattresses, luxurious duvets and high quality linens and pillows a variety of cuisine enhancements, as well as “Wi-Fi” internet access in virtually all public areas and cellular phone service. We have ‘never’ been disappointed with the food and service on a Carnival Cruise. Yes, it’s that good. Oh, and by the way, you can call us direct at 325-835-7561 or visit the Carnival Cruise Ship site and book your own cruise without ever talking to an agent. either way works for us, but we would like to meet you!
No Kids running around?
We don’t mind children at all, but some adults just like to be with other adults sometimes. For instance, when the Carnival Inspiration emerged from its month long dry dock , it was the first Carnival ship to feature a brand new adults-only area called “Serenity.”
Designed as an ocean-going oasis for relaxation, tranquility and comfort, the new “Serenity” areas are part of Carnival’s $250 million “Evolutions of Fun” ship enhancement initiative which is resulting in a dramatic transformation of the line’s eight “Fantasy-class” vessels.
The “Serenity” areas will be located in a secluded aft section of the ship that provides for spectacular ocean vistas. The stunning new design will feature plush chaise lounges and chairs. Colorful oversize umbrellas and a separate relaxation area will also provide the opportunity for guests to enjoy this new area in shaded comfort. Two whirlpools will be available to offer the ultimate relaxing escape.
Complete bar service will be provided by attentive waiters offering a tempting selection of icy cocktails and frozen concoctions. For guests interested in a snack or casual meal, the Lido Restaurant is conveniently located nearby.
“We continually strive to provide a high quality cruise vacation that provides our guests with a wide variety of choices and experiences,” said Vicki Freed, Carnival’s senior vice president of sales and marketing. “Our new ‘Serenity’ retreat will provide another great new option for those seeking a relaxing alternative to the other exciting outdoor activities and entertainment facilities available on board,” she added.
The new “Serenity” adults-only areas are just one component of Carnival’s wide-ranging “Evolutions of Fun” initiative, cruising’s most ambitious ship enhancement program.
Other new features to be incorporated into “Fantasy-class” vessels include the Carnival WaterWorks expansive aqua parks featuring 300-foot-long corkscrew water slides, double-lane racing slides and various water-spray apparatus, as well as a new design style and features for the main pool areas.
The Carnival Inspiration and Carnival Imagination will be the first two “Fantasy-class” ships to include all of the “Evolutions of Fun” enhancements, which are scheduled to be completed by the end of the year. By 2009, all “Fantasy-class” ships are expected to be completed, including the “Serenity” areas and fabulous new transformation of the open decks. Want to see some of the improvements for yourself? Just click here and look on Carnival’s website.
Additional components of the “Evolutions of Fun” program include fully remodeled staterooms and suites including new bathrooms, flat-screen televisions in staterooms and select public areas, atrium lobby bars, updated sound and lighting systems in various lounges and clubs, coffee bars, nine-hole miniature golf courses, new art and photo galleries, New York-style delis in the Lido restaurants, and purpose-built conference facilities.
“Evolutions of Fun” also encompasses a number of family-friendly enhancements for the “Fantasy-class,” including new children’s play areas — part of the line’s top-rated “Camp Carnival” program — new facilities for the “Club O2” teen program, custom-designed spaces geared toward 12- to 14-year olds, and 50 interconnecting staterooms – perfect for large families or family gatherings.
The new resort-style main pool areas, located mid-ship on Lido Deck, will feature striking umbrellas providing shaded seating at pool’s edge along the tiled “beach” bordering the circumference of the pool. The pool and beach area will feature eye-catching blue tile with yellow accents, reminiscent of the Caribbean’s aqua waters infused with tropical sunshine. A thatched roof will cover one of the two whirlpools at either end of the swimming pool, providing guests the option of shaded or sunny relaxation in the bubbling water.
Spectacular new “Carnival WaterWorks” aqua parks will be introduced on Veranda Deck aft on Fantasy-class ships and will feature a four-deck-high, 300-foot-long spiraling tube water slide, the biggest, longest and most elaborate in cruising. A separate 82-foot-long triple-lane water slide will be featured, as well, while much of this deck area will be occupied by an expansive spray park that will offer multiple and varied water spray apparatus, creating cool and exhilarating fun for kids and adults, alike. Both the mid-ship pool areas and “Carnival WaterWorks” parks will be accented by comfortable lounge chairs and teak decking. The first two ships to begin receiving these features, as well as “Serenity” adults-only deck areas, are the Carnival Imagination and Carnival Inspiration later this year, with implementation on the balance of the line’s Fantasy-class fleet (which includes Carnival’s Ecstasy out of Galveston) expected to be completed by the end of 2009.
“Evolutions of Fun” also includes renovations to virtually every guest area on the line’s eight Fantasy-class ships, the Carnival Fantasy, Carnival Ecstasy, Carnival Sensation, Carnival Fascination, Carnival Imagination, Carnival Inspiration, Carnival Elation and Carnival Paradise.
Many aspects of the “Evolutions of Fun” program have already been implemented on several ships, including fully remodeled staterooms, suites, and bathrooms, flat-screen televisions in staterooms and select public areas, atrium lobby bars, updated sound and lighting systems in various lounges and clubs, coffee bars, nine-hole miniature golf courses, new art and photo galleries, New York-style delis in the Lido restaurants, and purpose-built conference facilities.
The program also includes makeovers of the ships’ 12,000-square-foot spa facilities, custom-designed clubs for the 12-14 year old age group under the line’s top-rated “Camp Carnival” children’s program, inter-connecting staterooms on some ships, and elaborate new sound and lighting systems in the ships’ main show lounges. “The Fantasy-class ships are already tremendously popular, and the upgrades and enhancements we are introducing through ‘Evolutions of Fun’ will take the guest experience to an entirely new level,” said Freed.
Texas Cruise Company specializes in booking cruises on Carnival and we know the ships. We generally have folks cruising all year long on Carnival ships and “we can help you too!”
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