Carnival Encounter - Brisbane - 29 Sep 2028

Casino Bar

Winning big in the casino is big fun, and your next stop is celebrating with a top-shelf drink. Located right off the casino floor, the casino bar serves up your favorite cocktails, beer, and wine, making this the perfect spot to celebrate with family, friends and maybe even total strangers.

Cost: Additional

Condition: 18+

Piano Bar

Play it again, Sam Or Diana. Or whatever your name is. Because this is the bar where you call the shots and the songs. Pull up a seat, order your favorite cocktail, and let your friendly piano player know the songs you'd like to hear.

Cost: Additional

Condition: 18+

Deal Or No Deal

You know the game show with the briefcases stuffed full of money, a big red button and a mysterious banker phoning in deals? Yep, you’ve seen it on TV… and now you’ll find it on your next Carnival cruise. When it comes to Deal or No Deal at sea, there are actually TWO ways you could win — and only one of them is reserved for the lucky contestant up on the stage! It works like this: buy a game card (or save money by buying two or three), and each card you hold gives you another chance to be randomly selected to take the stage and play the fan-favorite game of eliminating briefcases throughout the rounds for a shot at $1,000. But even if you’re not selected, you’re still in the game — matches on your game card let you move up the prize board. (And up to $5,000 goes to lucky cardholders in the audience!) Of course it’s 18+ to play, but everyone’s welcome to watch the fun from the studio audience. Deal?

Cost: Additional | 18+ to purchase cards | $35 for 1 Card | $60 for 2 Cards | $75 for 3 Cards

Condition: 18+

Karaoke

You can channel your inner rock star as you cross the channels and transcend musical boundaries with cruise karaoke onboard Carnival.

Rockers and rollers of all ages can hold the mic and audience captive in one. Regularly scheduled karaoke events on your cruise are open to all, so budding country music luminaries, pop stars and rock gurus in the making simply need to front up and put on a show.

The Carnival cruise karaoke song list is bound to hit the right note for cruise goers of all musical tastes. All the latest billboard chart toppers and a smattering of old-time favourites are tossed into the mix to ensure that music lovers of all genres, preferences and age groups can sing out loud to their heart’s content.

All you need is a zest for fun and a tune to strum the heartstrings. With regular karaoke events and, of course, all song lyrics included, you’ll be in fine voice no matter where you’re headed.

Cost: Included

Condition: Fun for All

Live Music

Want to rock 'n' roll every night and every day? Well, you've come to the right ship. We reckon we’re the best cruise line for live music, with so many cruise shows, venues, and live bands to choose from. We really are a live music cruise that brings some of the best performers on land out to sea for an ambiance that can't be beat. From happy-go-lucky island rock at RedFrog Pub to sing-alongs at the piano bar, to a heap of karaoke, chances are you'll find a live performance on board that gets your hands clapping and toes tapping. And don’t forget to enjoy the nightclub, Playlist Productions, Lip Sync Battles and brilliant Stage Shows. And then there’s our other cruise entertainment including bars, Comedy Club, and our popular dive-in movies.

Cost: Included

Condition: Fun for All

Nightclub

Get up and get down at the most happening club in the Pacific. The DJs at our cruise nightclub are spinning today's hottest hits and yesterday's golden oldies, guaranteed to get you out of your seat and tapping your feet. (Hey, that rhymed!) Whether you're doing the robot or the worm or just swaying to the music, you'll want to dance 'til dawn. Or at least 'til last call. Oh yeah... our themed parties are pretty fun too. Our cruise nightclub isn’t the only nighttime cruise entertainment. With even more bars onboard, there’s plenty of fun to be had.

Cost: Included

Condition: 18+

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The Punchliner Comedy Club

Cruise entertainment doesn’t come any better than laughing-so-hard-you-can-barely-breathe funny. To take our Punchliner Comedy Club talent way over the top, we've teamed up with renowned Aussie comedians who are certain to take you to the point of mirthful hysterics. Our comedy shows are so good, we basically run a comedy cruise. From physical tom-foolery, through sharp one-liners to blood-vessel-busting bardiness, the Punchliner Comedy Club is the home of hilarity. Our comedy shows are the perfect companion to our other entertainment activities such as our playlist productions, piano bar, karaoke and lip-sync-battle, stage shows, live music, bars, pub, and sports bar, and casino. Every night is a night out on a Carnival cruise.

Tip: We’ll say it again — The Punchliner Comedy Club features some shows that are family-friendly and some adult-only. You can choose which ones you attend! To help plan your evening, check the Carnival Hub App or Fun Times— it’s delivered daily to your stateroom.

Cost: Included

Condition: Fun for All

Dive In Movies

Ready to see stars? Park yourself in front of the big screen — the really big screen — and settle in for a night at the cinema… under some real stars. From the comfort of your poolside lounge chair, or even the pool itself, you'll enjoy the most recent blockbuster movies at our cruise ship theatre.

And don't think a cruise cinema in the middle of the sea means going without the usual comforts. There's not only popcorn — who could forget that? — but blankets! So, lounge around, snuggle up and try to remember the last time you truly enjoyed a night at the movies. And the good news is there’s a heap of other cruise entertainment for the other days and nights you’re at sea. Stick with the cinema experience and be blown away with our Thrill Theatre or IMAX experience.

Cost: Included

Condition: Fun for All

Jogging Track

The running track length encompasses the deck-level perimeter of your Carnival cruise ship. The length of three football fields, the jogging tracks encircle the top deck, thus offering ample mileage for long-distance or shorter-term running styles, speeds and duration.

There’s nothing quite like an open-air run on a padded track, accompanied by inviting sea breezes and sweeping ocean views, to set your spirit soaring. The cruise ship running tracks or jogging tracks onboard your Carnival cruise ship are designed for all ages to line up, gather pace and momentum, align your long-term fitness goals or simply run for the fun. Use of the cruise ship jogging tracks and fitness centres are inclusive of your cruise.

Cost: Included

Condition: Fun for All

Pools

POOL DAY! Cruising the high seas combined with some of the best cruise ship pools at sea to float your cruise-going dreams at Carnival. Whether today's the day for a bit of a dip, a dash of splash or even some swimming — or just a serious poolside lounging session — your Carnival cruise has just the pool for you. In fact, a cruise ship pool is so important to a great cruise that we designed our ships to have a few of them. At an aft pool you'll catch a breeze, plus a sea view featuring the ship's wake, while midship pools are adjacent to that oh so sweet ice-cream spot! And no matter which you find yourself chilling in, the sunbeams are there for the taking!

Cost: Included

Condition: Fun for All Ages | Note: Children must be toilet trained (no diapers or swim diapers) in order to use the pools and water facilities.

Sailaway Party

There’s a process for becoming a sea person, and the Caribbean Sailaway Party on your first Carnival cruise is where the transformation occurs.There are two kinds of people — land people and sea people. Unless you were born on a pirate ship or something, you start out as a land person. And there’s nothing wrong with that! There’s a process for becoming a sea person, and at Sail Away on your first Carnival cruise is where the transformation occurs. It’s actually pretty easy: get there and… you’re in the club, so get ready to celebrate! (Then, on your second Carnival cruise — and let’s be honest, you’ll be back — strap on your sea legs, find a cruise newbie and join them in a toast to the great times to come.)

Cost: Included

Condition: Fun for All

Facial Treatments

Your face is the first thing the world sees, and while a nice smile can make a world of difference, one of the best ways to put a smile on your face is with a nice, refreshing facial. Of course, there’s more to it than just feeling great… post-facial, your rejuvenated skin will also be looking its best, so there’s definitely substance behind the good looks you’ll be catching glimpses of in all the mirrors you pass. Whichever facial option you go for — and our onboard spa offers a few — you’ll be treated to a luxuriously enhancing experience.

Cost: Additional

Condition: 18+

Fitness Centre

We have some bad news for you - your Carnival ship has a cruise gym. In other words, there’s no excuse for leaving your fitness routine back on land. That’s great news, however, for your body, which will definitely benefit from all the extra energy that a rejuvenating cruise is sure to generate. And let’s not forget the extra time you’ll have, since you won’t be waking up and spending most of the day at the office or anything like that.

Cost: Included

Condition: 18+

Fitness Classes

All of Carnival’s world-class cruise ships offer gym classes in state-of-the-art fitness centres. The spacious gym settings, offering the latest gym equipment and a range of popular core gym classes, set the scene for your fitness dreams. No matter your preferred workout mode, Carnival’s cruise ships offer a wide range of group exercise classes in fitness centres that feature state-of-the-art elliptical treadmills, weight machines and cardio equipment.

Cost: Additional

Condition: 18+

Hair & Beauty Salon

A trip to the cruise salon is an opportunity to relax, to chat with others, and spend some time on you. Enjoy a facial treatment, massage, some acupuncture, and even relaxing spa treatments for relaxation or fitness. We even offer services like teeth whitening… great for taking those ‘I’m on holidays and I’m looking great!’ selfies to the next level. And you’ll be spoilt for relaxation and beauty choice with our salon services. As well as our cruise salon you can enjoy our Cloud 9 Spa with thermal suite and thalassotherapy pool, Serenity Adults Only retreat, or even our men’s spa services.

Cost: Additional

Condition: Fun for All

Men's Services

Why let the ladies have all the fun to themselves at the spa? Razor-close barbershop-style shaves add a touch of manliness to the spa experience , and speaking of the barber, a cruise is a great time to rock a whole new hairstyle, a quick grey-hair darkening, or even just a fresh trim. And why not go for a little extra relaxation with a massage or even a facial while you’re at it?

Cost: Additional

Condition: 18+

Arts and Crafts

To kids, arts and crafts is a fun way to spend an afternoon. To a parent, on the other hand, it’s something much more. From their earliest finger-paintings, to macaroni art and beyond, the stuff they bring home is more than just stuff — it’s art — and every last scrap of it is nothing short of precious, the work of a master. Your Carnival cruise presents plenty of opportunities for your budding Picassos to express themselves, from paintings that will take pride of place on your fridge, to less traditional media like sand art, hand-decorated t-shirts, pirate treasures and beyond. You know, future living-room-museum pieces.

Cost: Included

Condition: ages: 2 to 11

Build A Bear Workshop At Sea

A Carnival cruise gives kids plenty of chances to make new friends… but never before quite like this. When kids visit the Build-A-Bear Workshop at Sea, they use their small hands and big creativity to bring a new stuffed friend to life. They can customise theirs from head to toe by choosing the clothing and accessories, and even give their new friend a voice and message of its own by integrating a customisable voice chip. The cuddly bears are just the beginning — these stuffed friends come in all shapes, like a monkey, sea turtle, dog, bunny… and the cutest shark imaginable. There’s even a bear with a special Carnival-exclusive design!

Cost: Additional

Condition: Fun for All

Camp Ocean

When families embark on a Carnival destination cruise, every member is guaranteed an unforgettable cruise experience. Welcome to Camp Ocean® —a world of ocean-themed fun and adventure that awaits our young cruisers.

At Camp Ocean, children aged 2–11 dive into a sea of activities tailored to their age group. Our cruise ships are designed to keep them active, engaged, and having a blast throughout our itineraries. Each child is placed into a supervised, age-based group, each with its own unique marine-life theme.

Our Penguin® colony, for ages 2 to 5, enjoy activities like Musical Icebergs and Ocean Bingo, even learning about buoyancy! The Stingrays®, 6 to 8 year olds, might be found making sea salt art, designing their own aquarium, or enjoying a Pirate Game Night. The Sharks®, our oldest group aged 9 to 11, dive deeper into the fun with Marine Life Trivia, sea-themed volleyball, soccer, and creating a giant ocean mural.

Cost: Included

Condition: Penguins (2 to 5 years), Stingrays (6 to 8 years) and Sharks (9 to 11 years)

Circle C

What does the “C” in Circle “C” stand for? Well, “chill,” “connect” and “cool,” just to name a few. It’s where young teens ages 12 to 14 go to hang out. It’s a place and a format they love, if our customer reviews are anything to go by. They’ll meet new friends, and enjoy some pretty awesome activities such as full accessibility dance parties, games, outdoor movies and more, in the special Circle “C” area or around the ship. It’s all supervised by friendly and fun-loving counsellors who want your young teens to have the best holiday ever. Get them away from the WiFi or Zoom and enjoying Circle “C” as well as all the other kids activities that Carnival is famous for. Circle “C” is included in your cruise price and any special offers. Find out more in our FAQs.

Cost: Included

Condition: ages 12 to 14

Club O2

Carnival offers Club O2, a cruise kids’ club, designed for teens aged 15-17 to meet, greet, play sport, video games and engage in karaoke jam sessions with their like-minded and fun-filled peers. Club O2 provides parents with much-needed breathing space and relaxation time, safe in the knowledge that their kids are thoroughly entertained, educated and enthralled with the wide range of kids’ club activities on offer onboard.

Cost: Included

Condition: ages 15 to 17

Night Owls

Think back — as a kid, was there anything better than staying up late? Even as an adult, nighttime is funtime, especially with all there is to do on your Carnival cruise. We have the perfect thing for you AND for your kids, and it’s called “Night Owls”! For a nominal fee, kids 11 and under can fun it up with others their age until as late as 12 a.m. They’ll enjoy music, activities, games and giveaways at supervised parties while you enjoy… whatever it is you do at night these days, all without a worry.

Cost: Additional

Condition: kids 11 and under

Seuss at Sea

From the whimsical and always wonderful world of Dr. Seuss comes Cats in Hats, Fish Red and Blue, and both kinds of Things — 1 and 2. And they’re all coming to a Carnival cruise near you as the world of Dr. Seuss leaps off the page and onto Seuss at Sea.

Dr. Seuss’s timeless stories are the kind kids memorise, and this is the kind of cruise you’ll remember for a lifetime. The whole family will still enjoy all the classic Carnival activities, but the littlest ones, and their families, will also enjoy an all-new, extra-special experience as the fantastical world of Dr. Seuss comes to life around them.

Enjoy a special onboard character parade, interactive story time, arts & crafts activities, character breakfast and more, featuring their favourite Dr. Seuss characters. Seuss at Sea truly brings your child’s favourite books to life.

Cost: Included

Condition: Fun for All

Turtles

Their first couple of years are so special. Wouldn’t it be great to make a Carnival cruise one of their earliest experiences? Yep, even the under-twos aren’t too small to enjoy a cruise… and we make it amazing with special activities made for them! These are unique, enriching experiences, but we pack them with fun, just like for the bigger kids. But for this bunch — we call the little ones “Turtles®” — there’s arts and crafts, dancing, educational games, a storytime featuring Dr. Seuss® favorites, Zumbini®, sensory play and more, always hosted by qualified childcare experts, and always just right for kids their age. At certain times, Turtles can join in the fun the other kids are having at Camp Ocean®, and they’re definitely welcome at Night Owls™ too, so parents like you can enjoy a little relaxation time, knowing they’re in caring hands.

Cost: Additional

Condition: 6 months - 1 year

Zumbini

Cruises are great for relaxing… unless you’re a kid! Since kids have virtually unlimited energy — and you know they definitely bring it with them on vacation — your Carnival cruise will get your kids moving and developing with Zumbini®, created by Zumba® & BabyFirst™. On every sailing, kids 2–5 years old will enjoy a free 30-minute Zumbini class that brings together the same musical fun that families love on land. The class features Zumbini songs, activities, special instruments and more, all in the name of movement. And on sailings six days or longer, we’ll be hosting a Family Zumbini class where parents can join their kids and our youth staff for guided activities focusing on parent-child bonding… and, of course, fun!

Cost: Included

Condition: kids 2–5 years old