Carnival Cruise Line is coming with new tastes for dedicated cruise enthusiasts and those looking to check something new off their summer bucket list. In an exclusive preview, Carnival revealed The Next Course, a new wave of culinary experiences featuring restaurants and bars launching at Carnival Festivale in 2027 and Carnival Tropicale in 2028, offering fresh new dining experiences.
“Our approach to dining combined with our team’s amazing service is a driving force behind Carnival’s success,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “Our latest culinary adventure marks a bold step forward to give guests an unforgettable experience with a variety of new vibrant flavors fleetwide.”
To showcase The Next Course, Carnival hosted an immersive event in New Orleans with Chief Culinary Officer Emeril Lagasse, giving attendees a behind-the-scenes look at Carnival’s culinary future. The Next Course line-up will feature new innovative specialty restaurants and bars, including Emeril’s Coastal Seafood, Uku Lei Lei, Fetaccine and Le Bistro Musicale.
As the cruise industry continues to evolve, Carnival is committed to elevating its guests’ experiences while embracing diverse flavors that reflect the vibrant cultures of the destinations they visit. It’s offering a new series of enhancements designed to elevate the dining experience for guests. The menus in the Main Dining Room have been refreshed, featuring new culinary creations for breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Additionally, the Lido Marketplace will introduce a Lido Family Menu, featuring daily favorites sure to please kids, alongside the popular BlueIguana Cantina, which offers rotating daily specials.
Guests can also enjoy freshly baked bagels with assorted toppings at the new Bagels @ Sea. The Chef’s Table Menu has been revamped to offer elevated multi-course dinners that showcase regionally inspired flavors. To enhance the casual dining experience, Excel-class ships will host pop-up options such as Fruity & Frosted Breakfast Bars and Ice Cream and Milkshake Bars, with a variety of fun pop-ups available fleetwide.
Scheduled to launch in 2027 and 2028, The Next Course will debut aboard Carnival Festivale and Carnival Tropicale. This initiative speaks to the heart of what Carnival aims to achieve: creating memorable experiences that go beyond traditional dining.
With over six million guests and more than 100 million meals served annually, Carnival Cruise Line possesses unmatched insights into dining trends. These insights have been crucial in shaping The Next Course’s innovative revamp, ensuring that every meal is not only satisfying but also reflects the evolving tastes and preferences of its diverse clientele. As Carnival embarks on this new culinary adventure, guests can look forward to a dining experience that is both exciting and memorable.