New class of ship offers ground-breaking features and cruise experiences

Carnival Cruise Line took delivery of what was then its newest, largest and most innovative ship, the 133,500-ton Carnival Vista, at a traditional maritime handover ceremony at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy in April 2016 ahead of her debut on 1 May.

Carnival Vista, with a maximum capacity of 3,954-passengers, offers a number of unique features, including a groundbreaking suspended cycling experience called SkyRide, the first IMAX Theatre at sea and the RedFrog Pub & Brewery offering three different kinds of beer brewed on board.

Also new is Family Harbor with special family accommodations and a family concierge, along with the tropics-inspired Havana staterooms and suites featuring a dedicated pool area. The ship’s outdoor spaces include a massive WaterWorks aqua park, highlighted by the 455ft-long Kaleid-o-slide, the longest slide in the fleet.

Vital statistics

Operated by Carnival Cruise Lines
Built by Fincantieri, Monfalcone, Italy
Entered service: 1 May, 2016
Cost: $780m
Registered: Panama
Gross tonnage: 133,500 tons
Passengers: 3,936
Decks: 15
Lifts: 18
Crew: 1,450
Officers: International
Cabins: 1,965 including
:: 994 with balconies
:: 293 with ocean view
:: 678 inside
:: 35 wheelchair accessible
Length: 1,062ft
Width: 122ft
Draught: 27ft
Speed: 23 knots
Engines: diesel-electric

Facilities
Two main, two-deck dining room (two sittings), various alternative dining options, two show lounges, casino, library, three swimming pools (two outside, one inside), sauna, steam room, fitness centre. Leisure: Carnival WaterWorks, ropes course, mini golf, SkyRide at SportSquare.