The Costa Venezia will join the Carnival fleet in the spring of 2023 and start guest operations as the Carnival Venezia from New York City. Just like their Carnival sisters, fun will be at the heart of Carnival Venezia and Carnival Firenze, but they will also carry a unique experience – incorporating the spectacular Italian atmosphere and rich culture they embody. Enjoy Carnival's newest additional on her maiden season with voyages out of New York, enjoying the wonderous sites of the city that never sleeps. Finish off your holiday with a choice of cruises from either Eastern or Southern Caribbean, Canada & New England or Bahamas.
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Sanctuary Hotel New York is a luxury boutique hotel located 150 yards from Times Square and within 350 yards of Radio City Music Hall. It offers free WiFi throughout the building and a 15% discount to the flagship Tender Restaurant located inside the Sanctuary Hotel. Guests of the Sanctuary Hotel will receive entry to the NYSC Elite Health Club.Rooms are decorated with a warm colour palette and include a desk, leather headboards, and plush bedding. A flat-screen cable TV and an iHome system are also provided. En-suite bathrooms are fitted with marble countertops and eco-friendly bath amenities.
Carnival Cruises
Carnival Cruise Line has announced details on its second highly anticipated Costa by Carnival ship, Carnival Venezia, joining the Carnival fleet in mid-2023. From Italian favorites to popular Fun Ship features, the reimagined ship will bring the best of the “Carnival Fun Italian Style†experience to guests.
Stateroom Accommodation:
One of the most distinctive features of Carnival Venezia will be a completely new class of stateroom not found on any other Carnival cruise ship. The Terrazza staterooms are similar to the Havana staterooms found on select vessels, and come in a range of categories from interior to balcony staterooms. Of special interest are the Terrazza Cabanas, which feature private patios complete with plush loungers, a hammock, and direct lanai access to Terrazza Carnevale, an outdoor terraced deck featuring two whirlpools, a bar, and tranquil lounging space with breathtaking views.
Dining
Carnival Venezia include gelato at the Java Blue Cafe, new Italian twists at Guy’s Burger Joint, such as a pepperoni pizza burger, Italian street food at La Strada Grill, craft cocktails with Italian liqueurs at the Amari bar, and authentic Italian coffees and biscotti at Frizzante.
Daytime and evening entertainment:
Among the Italian enhancements and unique features, guests will see are the stunning architecture, modeled after Venice’s main public square, Piazza San Marco. Furthermore, the ship’s main theater, Teatro Rosso, has stylish tufted red velvet seats and the luxe feel of a European theater.
Fly UK to New York, USA
Depart UK for New York, overnight at hotel
New York, USA
Embark ship
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Miami, USA
Ocean Drive is the main beach drag where the tanned and toned rub shoulders with the diners, drinkers, sunbathers and swimmers. This is party central with everything contained in one area. For shopping centres visit Biscayne Bay on the mainland or the impressive Port Aventura Mall in North Miami Beach.
Nassau, Bahamas
A scattered group of islands off the coast of Florida make up the Bahamas and these really mark the gateway to the Caribbean. Cruise ships dock in Nassau (the capital) where you will find the usual selection of shops and also the magnificent Atlantis Hotel with its water park, marine habitat and Dolphin Cay.
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas
Little San Salvador Island, also called Half Moon Cay, is a tiny private island in the Bahamas. Accessible by cruise ship, it's known for the long, crescent-shaped Half Moon Beach. Luxury cabanas dot the beachfront, which gives way to trail-lined country rich in birdlife. Half Moon Lagoon Aqua Park has water slides and playgrounds. Stingray Cove, a lagoon enclosure, is home to tame stingrays.
Freeport, Bahamas
Freeport is the main city on Grand Bahama, an island in the northwest Bahamas off the Florida coast. It's best known for the oceanfront Lucaya district, with beaches, resorts and shopping. Nearby, Deadman's Reef is popular for snorkeling, and the surrounding offshore waters host many dive sites. Up the coast, Lucayan National Park features extensive underwater caves, plus kayaking and nature trails.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Fly New York, USA to UK
Disembark ship for overnight flight to UK
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