September 5, 2026
8-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$775
Price / day
$97
Carnival Dream|Carnival Breeze
Carnival Dream vs Carnival Breeze
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Breeze
Built in 2012
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Dream
$96 / day
$42 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Dream
35.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Dream vs Carnival Breeze: Quick Comparison
Carnival Breeze is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2012, it is 3 years newer than Carnival Dream, which entered service in 2009. Carnival Breeze also carries 44 more passengers. Carnival Dream has upcoming sailings in Bahamas and Western Caribbean, while Carnival Breeze has sailings in Western Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Dream has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Carnival Dream | Carnival Breeze |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2012Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 130,000 GT | 130,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,646 | 3,690 |
| Space per Passenger | 35.7 GT | 35.2 GT |
| Length | 306 m | 305.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Dream vs Carnival Breeze
Age
Carnival Breeze was built in 2012, making it 3 years newer than Carnival Dream, which was built in 2009.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Breeze carries up to 3,690 passengers compared with 3,646 aboard Carnival Dream, a difference of 44 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Dream offers more space per passenger: 35.7 GT per guest, compared with 35.2 aboard Carnival Breeze. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Dream and Carnival Breeze cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Dream has the lower average starting price per day at $96 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Dream
8-Day The Bahamas from Galveston, TX
- Departure Port
- Galveston
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Galveston
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Key West
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026RelaxAway
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Nassau
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026Galveston
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Breeze
4-Day Western Caribbean from Galveston, TX
- Departure Port
- Galveston
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 3, 2026Galveston
- Day 2 · Sep 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 5, 2026Cozumel
- Day 4 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 7, 2026Galveston
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Dream
September 13, 2026
6-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$571
Price / day
$95
Carnival Breeze
September 3, 2026
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$719
Price / day
$180
September 7, 2026
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$475
Price / day
$95
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Dream
Average
$96 / day
VS
Carnival Breeze
Average
$138 / day
Carnival Dream is currently 30% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$96/day vs $138/day
About $42 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Dream if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Bahamas and Western Caribbean.
- Departing from Galveston works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Breeze.
Choose Carnival Breeze if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Western Caribbean.
- Departing from Galveston works for your plans.
Carnival Dream vs Carnival Breeze: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Breeze
Built in 2012
3 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Dream
$96 / day
About $42 less per day
- Carnival Breeze is 3 years newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Carnival Breeze carries 44 more passengers.
- Carnival Dream offers more space per passenger (35.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Dream or Carnival Breeze?
Carnival Breeze is newer. It was built in 2012, while Carnival Dream was built in 2009, making Carnival Breeze 3 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Breeze has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,690, compared with 3,646 for Carnival Dream.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Dream or Carnival Breeze?
Carnival Dream has the higher passenger space ratio at 35.7 GT per passenger, versus 35.2 for Carnival Breeze. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Dream or Carnival Breeze?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Dream has the lower average starting price per day at $96 per day versus $138 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Dream sail?
The upcoming Carnival Dream sailings currently listed cover Bahamas and Western Caribbean, departing from Galveston.
Where does Carnival Breeze sail?
The upcoming Carnival Breeze sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean, departing from Galveston.
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