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Carnival Panorama to Continue Year-Round Service on West Coast – Cruise Industry News

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July 24, 2025

Carnival Cruise Line announced today that the Carnival Panorama will continue its year-round deployment from Long Beach, California.

According to a press release, the 2019-built ship is scheduled to continue offering weeklong cruises to the Mexican Riviera.

More than 50 cruises, mostly a rotation of alternating six- and eight-day itineraries, are now open for sale, the company added.

Carnival said that its six-day itineraries include visits to popular destinations, including Cabo San Lucas, where the ship offers an extended stay that allows guests to fully experience the area’s beaches, water sports and nightlife.

The cruises also feature a stop in Ensenada, which is said to be known for its wine country and cultural attractions.

Panorama’s eight-day itineraries offer a comprehensive Mexican Riviera experience, Carnival said, featuring four distinct destinations: Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta.

According to the company, during the cruise, guests can experience dramatic rock formations, authentic Mexican culture, beautiful waterfronts, historic old towns and golden beaches, as well as a traditional Mexican atmosphere and vibrant cities.

Carnival also stated that the newly added itineraries are part of its commitment to offering a variety of cruise options from California, along with the convenience of sailing from Long Beach.

Carnival previously announced its 2027-28 deployment plans for other homeports and regions, including New Orleans and Alaska.

The Carnival Spirit will be joined by the Carnival Legend for cruises in Alaska departing from Seattle, while the Carnival Luminosa will return to San Francisco for itineraries to the region.

In New Orleans, Carnival is planning a capacity expansion with the Carnival Dream returning to Port NOLA after eight years.

Replacing the smaller Carnival Valor, the 3,650-guest ship will be joined by the Carnival Liberty for year-round service out of the Big Easy.

While the Liberty continues to offer seven-night cruises to the Caribbean and the Bahamas, the Dream is set to operate four- and five-night cruises to Mexico starting in May 2027.

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Crew Member Dies After Jumping Overboard Icon of the Seas – Cruise Radio

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July 27, 2025

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Death investigation underway on Carnival cruise ship, authorities say

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4 hours ago

July 27, 2025

KHOU Staff via CNN Newsource

GALVESTON, Texas (KHOU) – The Carnival Dream cruise ship, based out of Galveston, Texas, is the site of a death investigation, according to authorities.

Law enforcement could not confirm if the investigation is criminal.

A spokesperson for the FBI Houston office said in a statement to KHOU, “I can confirm FBI Houston is aware of an incident that occurred around July 23, 2025, on the Carnival Dream cruise ship. An FBI maritime liaison agent, based out of the Texas City Resident Agency, is coordinating with the U.S. Coast Guard, Customs and Border Protection and the cruise line regarding this incident.”

Passengers on board the ship, which starts and ends in Galveston, Texas, and travels to Costa Maya, Belize, and Cozumel, said that they woke up to the sound of sirens blasting around 3 or 4 a.m. on the day of the incident.

One passenger reported hearing an announcement that medical assistance was needed at the Serenity Deck.

Many passengers have been sharing theories about what happened online.

“There is no investigation about a suspicious death on the Carnival Dream, and it’s disappointing to learn that many guests might be spreading rumors about something they know nothing about,” Carnival said in a statement to KHOU.

The FBI is the primary federal agency responsible for investigating potential crimes at sea, but its ability to investigate depends on several factors including the location of the ship, the points of embarkation and debarkation and the nationality of the potential suspect or victim.

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