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8-Night Exotic Eastern Caribbean Cruise

Ship: Sunshine   
Departure: Saturday, January 24, 2026
Nights: 8 nights
Departs: Norfolk
Returns: Norfolk
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Duration
8
Nights
Days at Sea
5
Sea Days
Ports
3
Ports
Countries Visted
3
Countries
  • Itinerary

    8-Night Exotic Eastern Caribbean Cruise

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Saturday, January 24, 2026 Norfolk, USA Embark 4:30 PM
    View of Norfolk, USA

    Norfolk is located in the metro area called Hampton Roads, in the state of Virginia. It is a port city with the world's largest Naval base and a large shipping presence. The city has a long history as a strategic military and transportation point. Read more about Norfolk, USA

    2 Sunday, January 25, 2026 Fun Day At Sea
    3 Monday, January 26, 2026 Fun Day At Sea
    4 Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Celebration Key, The Bahamas
    5 Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Princess Cays, Bahamas 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Princess Cays, Bahamas

    Princess Cays is a self-contained beach resort located on the southern end of the long narrow island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. Owned by Princess Cruises, it is also used by Carnival. Ships tender guests to the 800m beach development. Read more about Princess Cays, Bahamas

    6 Thursday, January 29, 2026 Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands 11:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

    The British Overseas Territory of the Turks and Caicos Islands lies SE of Florida. The capital, Cockburn (‘Co’burn’) Town, is located on the largest island in the Turks Islands archipelago, Grand Turk Island. It is known for tourism as well as being an offshore financial centre. Read more about Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

    7 Friday, January 30, 2026 Fun Day At Sea
    8 Saturday, January 31, 2026 Fun Day At Sea
    9 Sunday, February 1, 2026 Norfolk, USA 8:00 AM Disembark
    View of Norfolk, USA

    Norfolk is located in the metro area called Hampton Roads, in the state of Virginia. It is a port city with the world's largest Naval base and a large shipping presence. The city has a long history as a strategic military and transportation point. Read more about Norfolk, USA

  • Ship

    Sunshine Overview

    Sunshine

    Carnival Sunshine sails from Charleston, South Carolina, offering short 4 and 5 night visits to Nassau in the Bahamas. The longer cruise also visits the company resort of Half Moon Cay. Occasionally there are longer cruises to three ports in the Leeward Islands. On board are a new 3-deck Serenity relaxation centre for adults, Carnival Waterworks, and SportsSquare which offer a wide range of activities for sea days. The ship attracts families with children.

  • Inclusions

    Sunshine Inclusions

    • Skycourse
  • Cabins

    Sunshine Cabins

    Suite

    Suite

    Suite on the Sunshine Suite on the Sunshine

    Cabin Types

    SS, CS, GS, OS, ST

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size approx.: 275 sq. ft. Balcony: 65 sq. ft.A Cloud 9 Spa Suite is the ultimate in both stateroom and spa accommodations. There's room for you and your things mdash; with a large room and balcony mdash; and a walk-in closet. The soothing in-room whirlpool tub will help you stay relaxed after your relaxing spa treatment. And like all suites, a Cloud 9 Spa Suite features VIP check-in, which lets you easily get right up to your amazing stateroom. Soft, cozy linens. Plenty of closet and drawer space. In-room safe for valuables. Stateroom climate control.

    Balcony

    Balcony

    Balcony on the Sunshine Balcony on the Sunshine

    Cabin Types

    9C, 9B, 8T, 8S, 8N, 8M, 8E, 8D, 8C, 8B, 8A, BL

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size approx.: 185 sq. ft. Balcony: 75 sq. ft.Premium Vista Balcony staterooms were designed to wrap around the aft corners of Carnival Sunshine, giving you a unique vantage point from which to enjoy luxuriously panoramic views of the sky and the sea mdash; and yes, take in even more of that sunshine. Soft, cozy linens. Plenty of closet and drawer space. In-room safe for valuables. Stateroom climate control.

    Oceanview

    Oceanview

    Oceanview on the Sunshine Oceanview on the Sunshine

    Cabin Types

    6K, 6J, 6D, 6C, 6B, 6A, OV

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    Oceanview grand stateroom with twin beds that convert to a king. Every Carnival guest is assured of spacious, comfortable accommodations. All staterooms have carpeting, ample drawer and closet space, private facilities (shower, basin and toilet), telephone and TV. Your Scenic Ocean View stateroom aboard Carnival Sunshine provides the best view of the sea that lies ahead of the ship, with views unlike any on land. And you#8217;ll get more of them, too, with floor-to-ceiling windows providing plenty of looking-glass for gazing at the natural wonders of the sea and the sunrise and sunset.

    Inside

    Inside

    Inside on the Sunshine Inside on the Sunshine

    Cabin Types

    4S, 4K, 4J, 4G, 4F, 4E, 4D, 4C, 4B, 4A, PT, 1A, IS

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

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    Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.It taken the warm essence of the Cloud 9 Spa and infused it into your room, plus yoursquo;ll get exclusive spa perks for maximum relaxation. Soft, cozy linens. Plenty of closet and drawer space. In-room safe for valuables. Stateroom climate control.

  • Deck Plans

    Sunshine Deck Plans

    Legend

    • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King) and 2 Upper Pullmans
    • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King) and Double Sofa Bed
    • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King), Double Sofa Bed and 1 Lower Pullman
    • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King) and 1 Upper Pullman
    • Connecting Staterooms
    • Stateroom has 2 Porthole Windows
    • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King) and 1 Single Sofa Bed
    • 2 Twin Beds (convert to King), Single Sofa Bed and 1 Upper Pullman
    • Twin Bed and Single Sofa Bed
    • Twin Beds (do not convert to one bed)
    • Unisex Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
    • Non-Smoking accommodations
  • Other Dates

  • Promotions

    Current Cruise Deals for Sunshine

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    Get the rate of the day with no added extras - a cruise only fare.

    Includes:
    • Two category upgrades are automatically assigned at the time of booking, based on availability within categories only (interior to interior, ocean view to ocean view etc).
    • Two category upgrades does not apply to Suites.
    • Cruise only - including all main meals, entertainment and more*
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Cabin Availability

Hold a cabin or view live cabin availability aboard Sunshine for this sailing

Inside at the Sunshine

Inside

From $1315
Oceanview at the Sunshine

Oceanview

From $1500
Balcony at the Sunshine

Balcony

From $1962
Suite at the Sunshine

Suite

From $2917

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  • 8-Night Exotic Eastern Caribbean Cruise

    Cruiseline: Carnival Cruises Ship: Sunshine Departure: Saturday, January 24, 2026 Nights: 8 nights Departs: Norfolk Returns: Norfolk

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