Explore a different side to Carnival with there newest acquired ship, Carnival Luminosa, where Italian flair meets Carnival Fun. Carnival Luminosa is new to the Carnival fleet! This ship comes to us courtesy of our sister line Costa Cruises, and there is so much fun thas coming along with it. Guests setting sail on Carnival Luminosa can expect hospitality and fun that's pure, unmistakable Carnival, with so many fan-favorite onboard features like the flavors of Alchemy BarÂ, Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse and RedFrog Rum Bar; the entertainment of Playlist Productions, Piano Bar 88 and The Punchliner Comedy Club; plus the relaxation of Cloud 9 Spa and Serenity. And when youre indoors, you can still expect great views and lots of natural light the ship was built with plenty of windows.
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A 3-minute walk from the Brisbane River, this modern hotel is 4 km from the Central Business District and 5 minutes on foot from the Dockside Ferry Terminal. Featuring city or river views, the upscale rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded rooms add balconies. Suites come with separate living areas. Room service is available. Freebies include an area shuttle and parking. Amenities consist of a chic restaurant with a bar/lounge offering regular live entertainment, along with a heated outdoor pool, a gym and a rooftop bar/lounge.
Carnival Cruises
In fall 2022, Carnival Luminosa became the latest ship to join the Carnival Cruise Line fleet. The 2,260-passenger vessel previously sailed as Costa Luminosa with Carnival Corporation's Costa Cruises brand. It underwent an extensive refit in the run up to its debut with a new name and livery. Once the crown jewel of the Costa fleet, Carnival Luminosa can't hide its unmistakably Italian roots. From the deck names on the elevator panels to Captain Adriano Bonacchi's cheery Ciao Ciao during announcements, the ship is Italian through and through.
Stateroom Facilities
Carnival Luminosa has 1,130 cabins and suites, which range in size from 150 square feet to 645 square feet; 662 cabins and 106 suites have balconies. Carnival Luminosa has four types of cabins: Interior, Ocean View, and Balcony cabins, Junior Balcony; and four types of suites: Panorama Suites and Cloud 9 Spa suites and two versions of Grand Vista suites (with subcategories).
Dining Options
While Carnival Luminosa might not be the largest ship in the Carnival fleet, there is a substantial range of food options. The Main Dining Room, or Vela Restaurant, is the primary, non-buffet option and is popular at lunch and dinner for food. There is also a specialty steakhouse -- Fahrenheit 555, at an additional cost of $65pp for dinner with wine or cocktails extra. Note: the Tacos and Burritos space will become BlueIguana Cantina while Burgers will get the Guy's Burger Joint livery in the future.
On Decks 1, 2 and 3, the 800-seat Luminosa Theatre is home to Playlist Productions, Punchliner Comedy Club and some late-night fun and games. Playlist Productions run 'musicals' at 7.30 and 9.30 throughout each cruise beginning with the Welcome Aboard stage show where each performer works hard to make the production 'big' on a small stage. Flick is a tribute to Hollywood movies from Top Gun to Flashdance and, surprisingly, Star Wars through song and dance and some clever staging, lighting and effects. Let's Rock is more like a mini-rock opera.Standup, aka Punchliner Comedy Club, is also in the Luminosa Theatre, and there's a family-friendly 7.30 show and at 9.30 pm, it gets bluer. Each sailing features different Aussie comedians who deliver some classic one-liners and are always up for some lively banter with the audience.
Fly UK to Brisbane, Australia
Fly UK to Brisbane, two nights' on the plane
Brisbane, Australia
Arrive into Brisbane, transfer to hotel for overnight stay
Brisbane, Australia
Brisbane, capital of Queensland, is a large city on the Brisbane River. Clustered in its South Bank cultural precinct are the Queensland Museum and Sciencentre, with noted interactive exhibitions. Another South Bank cultural institution is Queensland Gallery of Modern Art, among Australia's major contemporary art museums. Looming over the city is Mt. Coot-tha, site of Brisbane Botanic Gardens.
Brisbane, Australia
Embark ship
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Mare, New Caladonia
Maré Island or Nengone is the second-largest of the Loyalty Islands, in the archipelago of New Caledonia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean. The island is part of the commune of Maré, in the Loyalty Islands Province of New Caledonia.
Lifou, New Caladonia
Lifou Island, historically spelt Lifu or Lefu in English, and known as Drehu in the local language, is the largest, most populous and most important island of the Loyalty Islands, in the archipelago of New Caledonia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean
Noumea, New Caladonia
Nouméa is the capital of the South Pacific archipelago and overseas French territory New Caledonia. Situated on the main island, Grand Terre, it's known for beaches and its blend of French and native Kanak influences. The Jean-Marie Tjibaou Cultural Centre showcases Kanak heritage, and the Musée de Nouvelle-Calédonie has exhibits from across the Pacific region. The Aquarium des Lagons introduces local marine life.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Brisbane, Australia
Disembark ship, transfer to airport for flight to UK
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