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Carnival Panorama

Exterior of Carnival Panorama (Carnival Cruise Line)
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Photo: Josie St.John MacDonagh / CC0 / Wikimedia Commons (resized)

Vista class · Mexican Riviera & West Coast

Carnival Panorama

OverviewCabinsDiningFacilitiesItineraries

Itineraries on this ship: 2

Regions
Mexican Riviera & West Coast
Departure months
Oct 2026Nov 2026Dec 2026Jan 2027Mar 2027Apr 2027May 2027Jun 2027Jul 2027Aug 2027Sep 2027Oct 2027Nov 2027Dec 2027Jan 2028Feb 2028Mar 2028Apr 2028May 2028Jun 2028Jul 2028Aug 2028Sep 2028Oct 2028Nov 2028Dec 2028Jan 2029Feb 2029Mar 2029Apr 2029
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Carnival Panorama is the third Vista-class ship, entering service in 2019 and serving as Carnival's year-round flagship on the West Coast from Long Beach. It offers experiences including the SkyRide, a water park, and an IMAX theater. Its six- and eight-night itineraries mainly visit the Mexican Riviera, with calls at Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, and Puerto Vallarta; eight-night itineraries are planned to extend to La Paz in the 2027/28 season. Easy access from Los Angeles International Airport makes it a practical option for travelers from Japan seeking a combination of the West Coast and Mexico.

Family-friendlyFirst-time cruise friendlyWest Coast departures
133,500 GT
Gross tonnage
4,008
Guests
1,450
Crew
14
Decks
1,965
Cabins
321.56 m (1,055 ft)
Length
2019
Year built
9802384
IMO number
See the ship’s size (vs. Tokyo Tower and a bullet train)

Current position (external site)View on VesselFinder (IMO 9802384)External site. Position information has not been checked by Cruise Pitta.

Japanese language support and practical onboard information

A guide to public baths, Japanese food and language support, payment in yen, smoking, dress codes and power outlets, based on available official and other sources. Details may vary by itinerary and season. Check the official website for current information.

Public bath
Official

Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite

Checked Oct 4, 2026Source: carnival.com
Japanese food
Official

Japanese food at extra cost

Checked Oct 4, 2026Source: carnival.com
Japanese language support
Official

Confirmed services

No Japanese language support

Checked Oct 4, 2026Line-wideSource: carnivalcruiseline.de
Payment in yen
Official

Payment in yen not accepted

Checked Oct 4, 2026Line-wideSource: carnivalcruiseline.de
Smoking
Official

Smoking in designated areas only

Checked Oct 4, 2026Source: help.carnival.com
Dress code
Official

Formal nights

Line-wide details: 1 "Cruise Elegant" night is scheduled on cruises of 5 nights or fewer, and 2 on cruises of 6 nights or more. Most are held on sea days (such as day 2 or the last sea day).

Checked Oct 4, 2026Line-wideSource: help.carnival.com
Power outlets
Secondary source

Plug types: B, F

Line-wide details: Both 110V (North American standard) and 220V (European style) are available at cabin outlets.

Checked Oct 4, 2026Source: carnival--tst.custhelp.com

English text in preparation.

Official: confirmed by the cruise line or another official source / Secondary source: confirmed by other sources / Estimated: inferred by Cruise Pitta / Not stated: no information found in official sources

At a glance

Kids club: YesAdults-only areas: YesWaterpark: YesCasino: YesTheater and shows: YesSpa: YesAccessible cabins: YesJapanese support rating (editorial) 1/5Five-point rating of the scope of Japanese-language services

What is included and what costs extra

Included in the fare / extra
  • Meals (main restaurants)Included
  • AlcoholExtra charge
  • GratuitiesExtra charge
  • Wi‑FiExtra charge
  • Specialty diningExtra charge
  • Shore excursionsExtra charge

Main dining, buffet meals, and many included food items are covered. Alcohol, Wi-Fi, automatic gratuities, and paid specialty restaurants require separate payment or packages such as Cheers!.

Onboard costs (original currency)
  • Extra chargeDrinks (one beer)$8
  • Extra chargeSoft drinks and waterSoft drinks $3.50 / Water $2.50
  • Extra chargeDrink packageCheers! beverage package: $69.95/day when purchased in advance to $74.95/day when purchased after boarding. Available only to guests aged 21 or older; alcohol is limited to 15 drinks per 24 hours.
  • Extra chargeWi‑FiSocial $20.40 (pre-purchase)/$22.00 (onboard); Value $23.80 (pre-purchase)/$26.00 (onboard); Premium $25.50 (pre-purchase)/$28.00 (onboard).
  • Extra chargeGratuities (automatic service charge)$17.00 per day ($19.00 per day for suites; raised by $1 on April 2, 2026)
  • Extra chargeSpa (60 minutes)$179+; 50-minute menu as a guide
  • Extra chargeLaundrySail & Sign card-operated self-service laundry is available on each deck (washing and drying cost $3.25 each; detergent and fabric softener cost $1.50). Attended laundry and pressing services are also available for an additional charge.
  • Shore excursionsShore excursions in the Mexican Riviera, including Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, and Mazatlán, are optional and cost extra. Prices vary by tour and port.

Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.

Boarding, atmosphere, and links

Boarding and logistics
  • Japan departures: No
  • Home ports: Long Beach (Los Angeles area, California, USA, home port since entering service)
  • Departure ports: Long Beach (Los Angeles)
Atmosphere and guests
  • All ages
  • A large family ship with numerous experiential facilities, including SkyRide, WaterWorks, and the first Sky Zone trampoline park on a cruise ship. It operates year-round on Mexican Riviera itineraries from Long Beach, with a mainly casual and lively atmosphere. Adult-oriented and restricted areas, including Serenity and Havana, are also available.
  • Mainly operates 3- to 7-night Mexico cruises from the Los Angeles area, departing Long Beach. The main clientele is families living on the West Coast and casual repeaters. Weekend short cruises are also common and attract a lively clientele.
Find out more
Check the official page Official ship page

Instead of LNG, it uses low-sulfur fuel and is equipped with exhaust-gas scrubbers to reduce sulfur oxides and particulate matter, inheriting the environmental measures of the Vista class. Carnival's Intelligent Power Management System is used to optimize fuel consumption and emissions.

Ship character

Families
5
Adults
3
Luxury
2
First-time cruisers
5
Entertainment
4
Dining
4
Great for
  • • Families
  • • Mexican Riviera cruises
  • • Travelers combining Los Angeles with cruising
Less suited to
  • • Travelers seeking Caribbean itineraries
  • • Travelers needing Japanese-language support
  • • Luxury-oriented travelers

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Official ship page

Cabins by category

Interior Stateroom

The lowest-priced category onboard, at about 170 square feet (about 16 m²) as standard. There is no exterior window, but some rooms have upper berths and accommodate up to 4 guests. The layout is almost identical to that of Vista-class sister ship Carnival Vista. Exact room counts by category cannot be confirmed because sources differ.

Size
15.8–17.2 m² (170–185 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
2-4 peopleTwin beds (can be joined into a queen-size bed). Some cabins accommodate up to 4 people with an added upper pull-down bed.

Distributed across decks 1 and 6–10 (mainly low to mid levels)

Connecting: Yes
Check the official page (cabin overview)

Ocean View Stateroom / Deluxe Oceanview

These rooms have no balcony but feature large windows. Variations include the standard type (about 185 square feet), the Deluxe Ocean View Family with a sofa bed for up to 5 guests, and the Porthole type with a round window.

Size
15.8–20.4 m² (170–220 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
2-5 peopleTwin beds (can be joined into a queen). Family-oriented types accommodate up to 5 people with an added sofa bed.

Decks 1–3 and 11–14

Window: YesConnecting: Yes
Check the official page (cabin overview)

Balcony Stateroom / Havana Balcony

The most numerous standard category, with about 185 square feet indoors. Balcony sizes range from the standard approximately 35 square feet to the aft Extended type, Premium Vista Balcony. Havana Balconies in the Cuban-style Havana area include daytime access to the private Havana pool and bar (limited to guests aged 12 and over).

Size
17.2 m² (185 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
2-4 peopleTwin beds (can be joined into a queen) + sofa bed.

Decks 1–3 and 6–9 (standard balcony). Havana balconies are a Cuban-style area on the bow side of decks 5–7.

Balcony: YesWindow: YesConnecting: Yes
Check the official page (cabin overview)

Ocean Suite / Junior Suite / Havana Cabana Suite / Family Harbor Suite

Several types are included, centered on Ocean and Junior Suites with balconies, including the Havana Cabana Suite in the Cuban-style area (rain shower and private patio, limited to guests aged 12 and over) and the Family Harbor Suite (up to 5 guests, with access to a private lounge).

Size
24.2–25.6 m² (260–276 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
2-5 peopleKing bed (convertible to twins) + sofa bed.

Deck 2 (Family Harbor), Deck 5 (Havana Cabana), and other mid-to-upper decks

Balcony: YesWindow: YesConcierge: Yes
Check the official page (cabin overview)

Grand Suite

The top suite category in the Vista class, with very few rooms. At about 345 square feet (about 32 m²) plus a large balcony, it is the largest among the suites. There is no dedicated suite lounge, but benefits include priority embarkation and disembarkation.

Size
32.1 m² (346 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
2-4 peopleKing bed (convertible to twins) + sofa bed.

Deck 7 midship

Balcony: YesWindow: YesConcierge: Yes
Check the official page (cabin overview)

Approximate figures from official and reliable sources. Cabins vary by ship, category, and sailing.Links generally lead to official pages; some have not been verified.

Families, adults-only areas, and practical information

Children and families
  • • Camp Ocean — A free kids program for ages 2 to 11, divided by age into Penguins, Stingrays, and Sharks, with activities including crafts, games, movies, and dancing. Night Owls is a paid, time-based late-night option.
  • • Dr. Seuss Bookville — A free reading space for children recreating the world of author Dr. Seuss, with storytime events and character appearances.
  • • Family Harbor Lounge — A dedicated family area with lounge snacks, board games, movies, and a concierge desk for shore excursion and dining reservations. Free for Family Harbor cabin guests.
Adults-only areas
  • • Serenity Adult-Only Retreat — A quiet deck area exclusively for guests aged 21 and over, with a dedicated bar, lounge chairs, and several hot tubs, where guests can relax away from the family areas.
  • • Casino — A casino with slot machines, blackjack, roulette, and other table games. Entry is free, but play costs extra and is restricted to guests aged 21 and over.
Practical information (line-wide)
Onboard currency
USD
Gratuities
Automatic gratuities are added to your onboard Sail & Sign account for each night of the cruise. The amount can be adjusted, including reduced, at the Guest Services desk.
Payment
Cashless onboard
Medical facilities
Every ship has a permanent medical center, with 1 to 2 doctors and 3 to 5 nurses on board depending on ship size, available 24 hours. It follows CLIA/ACEP standards. Consultations, medication and tests are private-pay (non-insured) services charged separately, and insurance generally cannot be used at the counter; you pay first and then claim.
Bringing items onboard
Guests aged 21 and over may bring one unopened 750 ml bottle of wine/champagne per person in carry-on luggage, on embarkation day only (fortified wines over 15% alcohol are not allowed). A corkage fee of $15 per bottle is charged if you drink it in public areas such as the main dining room or bars, but there is no charge for drinking it in your cabin.
Mobile and connectivity
Through the maritime roaming partners of major carriers, you can make calls, send SMS and use data on the high seas with your own phone and phone number (displayed as "Cellular at Sea" and the like). Many flat-rate plans are excluded and billed by usage, so checking in advance is essential. To keep costs down, it is common to switch to Wi-Fi calling via a Wi-Fi package.
Japanese support
Staff UnknownMenus UnknownAnnouncements Unknown

Dining

Included Included in the fare (no extra charge)
Horizons RestaurantInternational cuisine (course menu)

One of the fare-included main dining rooms. Guests can choose either fixed seating or flexible dining times when booking. The signature chocolate melting cake is always available.

Hours: Dinner only (17:30-21:00 approx.; fixed/open seating)

Rosso RestaurantInternational (prix fixe menu and brunch)

Another fare-included main dining room. It also serves breakfast and brunch menus.

Hours: Breakfast (port days), Seaday brunch, dinner (17:30-)

Lido MarketplaceBuffet (multinational cuisine)

A large complimentary buffet with a carving station, a soup and salad bar and a kids' corner. The most frequently used dining venue.

Hours: Breakfast 6:30-11:30, lunch 12:00-15:30, dinner 18:00-21:30

Guy's Burger JointAmerican burgers

A complimentary burger stand overseen by celebrity chef Guy Fieri. Grilled burgers, fries, and a toppings bar are the staples.

Hours: 12:00-18:00

BlueIguana CantinaMexican

A complimentary Mexican snack stand serving made-to-order burritos, tacos, and salad bowls.

Hours: Breakfast 7:00-10:30, lunch 12:00-15:30

Pizzeria del CapitanoPizza

A complimentary stand serving handmade thin-crust pizza. Open almost all day, with delivery orders available through the room service app.

Hours: 9:00-24:00 (open almost all day)

Java Blue CafeCoffee and light snacks

A cafe serving coffee, pastries, and more. Some breakfast snacks are complimentary, but specialty coffee costs extra without a beverage package such as Cheers!.

Hours: From early morning (around 6:00 onward)

Room ServiceIn-room delivery

24-hour room service. The early-morning light breakfast menu is complimentary, but other hours incur item-by-item charges and an automatic gratuity.

Hours: 24 hours

Extra charge Specialty dining (prices in the onboard currency)
Fahrenheit 555$52 (adults) / $18 (ages 11 and under)
American steakhouse• Dinner only (17:30-21:30)

A steakhouse centered on premium beef dishes. Set menus include an appetizer, main course, and dessert, along with classics such as escargot and French onion soup.

  • Shrimp cocktail (appetizer)
  • Filet mignon (main)
  • Chocolate sphere (dessert)
Check the ship's official page (dining)
Bonsai SushiNo cover charge (à la carte)
Japanese cuisine (sushi, sashimi, and noodles)• Dinner 17:00-24:00, lunch (Seaday) 12:00-14:30

A Japanese restaurant serving sushi, sashimi, noodles, and more a la carte. There is no cover charge; each ordered item is charged separately.

  • California roll$9
  • Sashimi (1 piece)$2.50
  • Ramen or udon noodle bowl$8
Check the ship's official page (dining)
Bonsai TeppanyakiFlat rate per person (advance reservation required)
Japanese cuisine (teppanyaki)• Dinner only (reservation required). Seadays also offer lunch

A teppanyaki-style performance where chefs grill food in front of you. Reservations are required, with a fixed price per person. The exact price has not been confirmed.

  • Course with teppanyaki chef performance
Check the ship's official page (dining)
JiJi Asian Kitchen$24 (adults) / $11 (ages 11 and under)
Asian (pan-Asian cuisine)• Dinner only (17:30-21:30). During the day, it operates as the complimentary "Mongolian Wok".

A specialty restaurant featuring Asian cuisines including Chinese and Vietnamese. Dinner offers paid courses, while lunch becomes the complimentary Mongolian Wok in the same venue.

  • Nanjing-style duck
  • Vietnamese-style tamarind shrimp soup
  • Kung pao chicken
Check the ship's official page (dining)
Cucina del Capitano$24 (adults) / $11 (ages 11 and under)
Italian cuisine• Dinner only (17:30-21:30). During the day, it operates as a complimentary pasta bar.

A specialty restaurant serving classic Italian dishes. Popular choices include burrata appetizers, chicken Parmesan, and almond-crusted sea bass. At lunch, the venue becomes a complimentary pasta bar.

  • Burrata appetizer
  • Chicken parmesan
  • Almond-crusted branzino (sea bass in an almond coating)
Check the ship's official page (dining)
Chef's Table$124 per person + 18% automatic gratuity
Creative tasting menu (with galley tour)• Available only while at sea; advance reservations required.

A premium dining experience offering a special course with a galley tour for small groups. Early reservations are recommended because it is popular.

  • Multi-course dinner selected by the executive chef (contents vary by date)
Check the ship's official page (dining)

Facilities and activities

Highlights
Sky Zone trampoline park: The first indoor trampoline park introduced on a cruise ship. In a two-level, open-height space of about 3,000 square feet, it has a 12-lane trampoline court, rock climbing, and more. Panorama's biggest highlight, replacing Carnival Vista's IMAXSkyRide: An elevated cycling course about 150 feet above the sea and about 800 feet long. A free attraction where riders adjust their speed with pedals while circling the courseWaterWorks (Red Fun/Blue Fun): A free water park with two water slides, 455 feet and 300 feet longHavana: A Cuban-themed area. During the day, the Havana pool and bar are for Havana stateroom guests; at night, it becomes a dance hot spotFamily Harbor: Family-oriented lounge and stateroom area
Sky Zone Trampoline ParkExtra charge
SportsSession-based paid activities (pricing varies by time and type; exact prices could not be confirmed)

The first Sky Zone trampoline park introduced on a cruise ship. In an indoor space of about 3,000 sq ft that is 2 levels high, it has a 12-lane trampoline court, a rock climbing wall, basketball hoops, tug-of-war and more. All ages can use it, but separate sessions are set by age: 0 to 5, 6 to 16, and 16 and over. It is a headline attraction installed on Panorama in place of the IMAX theater on Carnival Vista.

Sky Zone official page
SkyRideIncluded
Sports

An elevated cycling course about 150 feet above the sea and about 800 feet long. A free attraction where you pedal around the loop, adjusting your speed; riders must be at least about 137 cm tall and weigh no more than 113 kg. Shared with the Vista-class sister ships.

SkyRide official page
Carnival WaterWorks (Red Fun / Blue Fun)Included
Park

A free water park with two ring-integrated water slides, Red Fun (455 feet long, about 139 m) and Blue Fun (300 feet long, about 91 m), plus a water play area for young children.

WaterWorks official page
Havana Bar & PoolFree
BarDrinks are charged separately

A dedicated Cuba-themed area. Access to the pool and bar is prioritized for guests in Havana-category cabins (aged 12 and over), and Cuban-style drinks such as Cafe Cubano and mojitos are available. It has a relaxed atmosphere during the day and turns into a dance hotspot at night.

Havana Bar official page
Serenity Adult-Only RetreatIncluded
OtherAdults only: Yes

A quiet deck area exclusively for guests aged 21 and over, with a dedicated bar, lounge chairs, and several hot tubs, where guests can relax away from the family areas.

Serenity official page
Camp OceanIncluded
KidsFor children: YesNight Owls late-night service is charged by time

A free kids program for ages 2 to 11, divided by age into Penguins, Stingrays, and Sharks, with activities including crafts, games, movies, and dancing. Night Owls is a paid, time-based late-night option.

Camp Ocean official page
CasinoExtra charge
CasinoAdults only: Yes

A casino with slot machines, blackjack, roulette, and other table games. Entry is free, but play costs extra and is restricted to guests aged 21 and over.

Casino official page
Cloud 9 SpaExtra charge
SpaThermal suite: about $30/day or $139-$199 per cruise; 50-minute massage: from $179

A paid spa for guests aged 18 and over, offering thermal suites, massages, and facials. Thermal suites and the various treatments cost extra, while thermal suite use is included for guests in designated Cloud 9 Spa cabins.

Cloud 9 Spa official page
SportSquareIncluded
Sports

A free sports area with mini golf, basketball, foosball, table tennis, a jogging track, and a ropes course. SkyRide is also located here.

SportSquare official page
Dive-In Movies (Seaside Theater)Included
Cinema

An outdoor theater where you can enjoy movies and live sports broadcasts for free on a large screen on the pool deck. Because Panorama does not have IMAX, the indoor cinema has been replaced by the Sky Zone.

Dive-In Movies official page
Dr. Seuss BookvilleIncluded
LibraryFor children: Yes

A free reading space for children recreating the world of author Dr. Seuss, with storytime events and character appearances.

Dr. Seuss Bookville official page
Liquid LoungeIncluded
Theater

A two-story main theater where Playlist Productions presents free original shows. By moving the seats, it can also be converted into a nightclub setup.

Verify on the ship's official page (activities)
RedFrog PubExtra charge
BarDrinks only (around $8)

A casual Key West-style pub. Drinks cost extra, and games such as foosball are available.

Verify on the ship's official page (bar)
Alchemy BarExtra charge
BarCocktails only

A cocktail bar with a distinctive retro pharmacy-style interior. Drinks cost extra.

Verify on the ship's official page (bar)
Family Harbor LoungeIncluded
OtherFor children: Yes

A dedicated family area with lounge snacks, board games, movies, and a concierge desk for shore excursion and dining reservations. Free for Family Harbor cabin guests.

Check the official page

Itineraries on this ship

Mexican Riviera & West CoastOct–Dec 2026

6-Night Mexican Riviera & West Coast Cruise from Long Beach

Carnival Panorama/ Carnival Cruise Line
Long Beach›Puerto Vallarta›Mazatlán›Cabo San Lucas›Long Beach
Indicative fare
From $285.00
Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate)
Fare level: Lower
6 nightsRound trip · 3 ports of call

Fare checked for departure on

Last checked Jul 22, 2026Details
Mexican Riviera & West CoastNov 2026 – Apr 2029

8-Night Mexican Riviera & West Coast Cruise from Long Beach

Carnival Panorama/ Carnival Cruise Line
Long Beach›Cabo San Lucas›Pichilingue (La Paz)›+3›Long Beach
Indicative fare
From $863.00
Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate)
Fare level: Lower
8 nightsRound trip · 5 ports of call

Fare checked for departure on

Last checked Jul 22, 2026Details

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