Carnival Sunrise
As part of a recent industry trend to reimagine its aging ships, Carnival Cruise Line completely transformed its 1999-era Triumph in March 2019, investing $200 million in a two-month stem-to-stern refurbishment. Re-branded as Carnival Sunrise, the 2,984-guest vessel has added new restaurants, lounges, and 100 more staterooms, among other renovations.
The cruise line maximized previously underused space on Sunrise's top decks by adding a SportSquare complex, as well as the popular WaterWorks slides and splash areas. Additionally, the retrofit introduced upscale specialty eateries like Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse, Java Blue Cafe, Seafood Shack, Bonsai Sushi Express, and a new intimate dining experience called The Chef's Table. You'll also find Pizzeria del Capitano, a complimentary pizza restaurant, along with newly expanded Swirls ice cream areas. Piano Bar 88 features by-request sing-alongs, while the RedFrog Pub serves up Carnival's signature ThirstyFrog Red ale. The pub also offers fun bar games and trivia competitions.
What We Love
Dive-in Movies: Grab a bucket of popcorn and throw on a warm blanket for movie nights under the stars on the ship's tiered deck. Most nights, two movies are screened, and they're often tied to themes that are appropriate for all ages.
Expanded Kids and Teens Club: Sunrise’s refit added another space so each age group has its own turf. (There's Camp Ocean for kids ages 2 to 11, Circle C for 12-to-14-year-olds, and Club O2 for teens.) You'll also find an arcade, The Warehouse, along with Carnival’s Seuss at Sea, which offers special programs like character breakfasts (for a small extra fee), parades, and story time.