Carnival Returns to Europe in 2011

Carnival will return to Europe in May 2011 with their newest ship, Carnival Magic. It will debut with a schedule of 7, 9 and 12-day Mediterranean cruises operating round-trip from Barcelona, beginning with a one-time nine-day voyage from Venice to Barcelona May 1-10. What better way to experience many of Europe's wonders than from the comfort of a brand new Carnival ship.
To commemorate our return to Europe, we will be offering an exclusive pre-sale for past guests from January 19 to January 25, including complimentary two-category upgrades, along with special pricing with rates starting at just $829 per person, based on double occupancy. For consumers new to Carnival, our full range of cruise fares, including highly attractive Early Saver rates, will open on Tuesday, January 26.
The 130,000-ton Carnival Magic will offer a host of features popularized on its sister ship Carnival Dream, including a WaterWorks aqua park, a stunning café/live entertainment venue called Ocean Plaza; Serenity adults-only retreat; spacious, modern facilities for children and teens; and a wide range of stateroom categories. Several innovations unique to the Carnival Magic will be announced in the coming months.
Carnival Magic's 2011 Mediterranean schedule will encompass three seven-day departures, six nine-day cruises, and eight 12-day voyages round-trip from Barcelona between May and October. A special one-time nine-day voyage from Venice to Barcelona will be offered in May.
Seven-day cruises will feature Monte Carlo, Monaco; and Livorno, Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples and Messina, Italy. Nine-day cruises will call at Marseilles, France - our first call at this charming coastal town - followed by Monte Carlo; Livorno, Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples, and Messina; and Palma de Mallorca, Spain. The special nine-day cruise will visit Dubrovnik, Croatia; Messina, Naples, Rome (Civitavecchia), Livorno and Monte Carlo.
The 12-day Grand Mediterranean voyages will feature Monte Carlo or Marseilles; Livorno, Rome (Civitavecchia), and Naples; Dubrovnik (excluding a May departure which will visit Palma de Mallorca); Venice (overnight call) and Messina.