September 5, 2026
8-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$775
Price / day
$97
Carnival Dream|Carnival Vista
Carnival Dream vs Carnival Vista
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Vista
Built in 2016
7 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Vista
$91 / day
$5 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Dream
35.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Dream vs Carnival Vista: Quick Comparison
Carnival Vista is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2016, it is 7 years newer than Carnival Dream, which entered service in 2009. Carnival Vista is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 133,500 GT. Carnival Vista also carries 288 more passengers. Carnival Dream has upcoming sailings in Bahamas and Western Caribbean, while Carnival Vista has sailings in Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Vista has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. 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 Vista |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2016Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 130,000 GT | 133,500 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,646 | 3,934 |
| Space per Passenger | 35.7 GT | 33.9 GT |
| Length | 306 m | 322 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Dream vs Carnival Vista
Age
Carnival Vista was built in 2016, making it 7 years newer than Carnival Dream, which was built in 2009.
Size
At 133,500 GT, Carnival Vista is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Dream at 130,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Vista carries up to 3,934 passengers compared with 3,646 aboard Carnival Dream, a difference of 288 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Dream offers more space per passenger: 35.7 GT per guest, compared with 33.9 aboard Carnival Vista. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Dream (Bahamas and Western Caribbean) and Carnival Vista (Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Vista has the lower average starting price per day at $91 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 Vista
8-Day Southern Caribbean from Port Canaveral (Orlando), FL
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Southern Caribbean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Aruba
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Curaçao
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026Port Canaveral
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 Vista
September 5, 2026
8-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$724
Price / day
$91
September 13, 2026
6-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$539
Price / day
$90
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Dream
Average
$96 / day
VS
Carnival Vista
Average
$91 / day
Carnival Vista has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$91/day vs $96/day
About $5 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Vista.
Choose Carnival Vista if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Carnival Dream vs Carnival Vista: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Vista
Built in 2016
7 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Vista
133,500 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Vista
$91 / day
About $5 less per day
- Carnival Vista is 7 years newer.
- Carnival Vista is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Vista carries 288 more passengers.
- Carnival Dream offers more space per passenger (35.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Dream or Carnival Vista?
Carnival Vista is newer. It was built in 2016, while Carnival Dream was built in 2009, making Carnival Vista 7 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Dream or Carnival Vista?
Carnival Vista is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 133,500 GT compared with Carnival Dream at 130,000 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Vista has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,934, compared with 3,646 for Carnival Dream.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Dream or Carnival Vista?
Carnival Dream has the higher passenger space ratio at 35.7 GT per passenger, versus 33.9 for Carnival Vista. 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 Vista?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Vista has the lower average starting price per day at $91 per day versus $96 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.
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