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Carnival Radiance
Carnival Radiance is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise ship of the Destiny class, in service since 2000. She measures 102,232 gross tons and carries 2,984 guests with a crew of 1,100. She sails Mexican Riviera, Hawaii itineraries.
About Carnival Radiance
Carnival Radiance sailed from 2000 as Carnival Victory, the third Destiny-class ship in the fleet. A US$200 million refit at Cádiz, delayed a year by the pandemic, was completed in October 2021, and she returned that December under her new name. She carries about 2,980 guests and was given Shaquille O'Neal's Big Chicken, Guy's Burger Joint, Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse and Dr. Seuss activities for children. A 15-day dry dock at Seaspan in Victoria, Canada, in 2026 refreshed indoor and outdoor spaces. She is based in Long Beach, California, sailing mainly short Baja and Mexican Riviera cruises.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
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Where she sails
- Mexican RivieraPacific Mexico and Baja from Los Angeles and San Diego
- Hawaiiinter-island sailings, or round trips from the US West Coast
Home port: Long Beach, California.
Flying in for your cruise?
Carnival Radiance sails from Long Beach, California. The airport is Los Angeles International (LAX), with 21 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Qantas First Lounge (Temporarily Closed)LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal4.9 ★
- American Airlines Flagship LoungeLAX Terminal 44.8 ★
- Delta One LoungeLAX Terminal 34.7 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Carnival Radiance?
Carnival Radiance is operated by Carnival Cruise Line and belongs to its Destiny class.
How big is Carnival Radiance?
Carnival Radiance measures 102,232 gross tons and 272 metres in length, with 13 decks.
How crowded does Carnival Radiance feel?
Carnival Radiance has a passenger space ratio of 34.3: 102,232 gross tons for 2,984 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Carnival Radiance feels busy for her size.
How many passengers does Carnival Radiance carry?
Carnival Radiance carries 2,984 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 1,100 (about 2.7 guests per crew member).
When did Carnival Radiance enter service?
Carnival Radiance entered service in 2000 and was last refurbished in 2026.
Where does Carnival Radiance sail?
Carnival Radiance sails Mexican Riviera and Hawaii itineraries. Her home port is Long Beach, California.
Which airport should I fly into for Carnival Radiance?
Carnival Radiance sails from Long Beach, California. Fly into Los Angeles International (LAX), which has 21 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Carnival Radiance?
Carnival Cruise Line publishes the deck plans for Carnival Radiance; this page links to Deck plans (PDF).
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