Are you thinking to sail onboard Carnival Freedom ? If yes then here are the 10 features and deck plans, that you must know before boarding carnival Freedom. It is one of the Conquest class cruises that sailed for the first time in 2007 and was renovated in 2019.
Onboard you will be enjoying in multiple bars, dining and entertainment venues and will be cruising with 2980 other guests.
Carnival Freedom Itinerary and Sailings
The Itinerary includes 4 to 14 days of sailing from Port Canaveral, and Barcelona to the Bahamas, Eastern Caribbean and Transatlantic Locations. And you can check out the latest sailing dates from the Carnival Official Website.
Carnival Freedom Deck Plans
There are 13 decks that are open to guests. Decks 1 & 2 are staterooms.
Lobby | Deck 3
Deck 3 forward hosts “Victoriana Main Lounge”, where you will be enjoying the shows such as “Playlist Productions” and it is multistory up to deck 5.
Moving aft is the Millennium Lobby. Surrounding it are Shore Excursions, Guest Services and internet cafe.
Further back is the Art Gallery, and complimentary dining rooms, The Chic and the Posh Restaurant. Here at the Posh, my time and set time dining, both are available. And these are multistory up to deck 4.
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Atlantic | Deck 4
On Deck 4, there is the mid level of “Victoriana Main Lounge”. Moving aft the “Millennium Atrium, we have got “Monticello Library” where apart from books, you can play board games.
Next is “Circle C” which is the fun spot for teens aged 12 to 14. It hosts events such as dance parties, games which your kids will enjoy.
And the starboard hosts “The Photo Gallery”. Moving back the “Chic” restaurant, there is next teens venue “Club O2” for teens aged 15 to 17 years. Here they will enjoy video games, Karaoke and other fun activities.
Looking to smoke Cigar, if yes, then head to “Habana Bar”. Moving further aft on deck 4, you will reach the “Decades Atrium” and at the end is the upper level of “The Posh Restaurant”.
Promenade | Deck 5
If you are looking for some fun on carnival freedom, then head to deck 5 promenade. Here forward, is the upper level of the theatre. Surrounding the Millennium Atrium are the fun shops.
While Cherry On Top will serve you the best candies onboard.
The port houses “Skybox Sports Bar”. Here you will enjoy drinks watching your favourite sport on big TVs. And further you can play free video games, offering latest titles.
Feeling lucky ? If yes, then head to “Babylon Casino”. It is equipped with Slots, Blackjack, Craps, Roulette and more. And it is open whenever the ship is in international waters. And drinks can enjoyed in Centuries Bar.
Moving through the Centuries Promenade, you will find “Carnival Adventures” from where you can book shore excursions. And you can get some idea about the excursion activities from the Official Carnival website.
Next is the Coffee Shop, and the Red Frog Pub is the best spot for Caribbean cocktails and cold brews. And it also hosts Beer Pong Tournaments, however there is some entry fee. With your drinks there is an option of some bar food.
While you can enjoy some games in the “Warehouse” arcade.
And the night’s fun venue is “70’s Night Club”. Next to it is the “Alchemy Bar” where unique cocktails are crafted.
Next to the “Decades Atrium” is the “Swingtime Bar” best Jazz venue. And “Scotts Piano Bar” is the venue to sip drinks while singing along the revolving piano.
And at the back is the “International Aft Lounge” where live comedy, karaoke and other fun activities are held.
Decks 6 to 8 are completely reserved for staterooms.
Lido | Deck 9
Looking for some sun bath, or ton of fun ? If yes, then head to Lido on deck 9. Here at the forward are the staterooms. Midship is the pool deck. You will have ton of fun in the main pool.
Surrounding it are plenty of lounger, where you can relax. Or head to the hot tubs. The drink venues are “Blue Iguana Tequila Bar” and “Red Frog Rum Bar”. This is the deck where sail away party is held.
For killing hunger, there is “Blue Iguana Cantina” that’s a Spanish food venue and “Guy’s Burger Joint”. And these both are complimentary venues.
Further aft is the buffet section where breakfast, lunch and dinner is served. Here you have a lot of international food varieties as well as Bonsai Sushi Express, where Japanese food items are served.
Aft houses Pizza Pirate, a complimentary 24 hours pizza place. Next to it is the “Seafood Shack” where Lunch and Dinner is served, for a La Carte Pricing.
Apart from that, head to the Endless Pool or hot tubs at the aft. Or you can grab a drink from a bar and relax on the loungers.
Panorama | Deck 10
Midship deck 10 is the Carnival Waterworks, where couple of slides are featured in recent renovation of 2019. At the back is the Sun King Steakhouse, where you will enjoy the entrees.
At the aft is the OL’ Fashioned BBQ. Here you will be offered Pork Butt, grilled chicken and smoked beef as well as a nice selection of sides.
Spa |Deck 11
Forward of Deck 11, you will find the fitness center, which is equipped with free weights, weight machines, treadmills and it is complimentary. While the Spa Carnival features, a Massage Room, Sauna Steam, Aerobic Room as well as Beauty Salon.
Aft the deck 11 is the Sports Deck. Surrounding it is the jogging track and a mini golf.
Sun | Deck 12
Here forward on deck 12 is the “Camp Ocean” which is perfect for kids aged 2 to 11. Inside, your kids will enjoy the activities like arts, video games, toys and books. Here they eat together as well.
On the starboard side, there is “Serenity” an area for adults aged 21 and above. And this is the best spot to enjoy beautiful ocean views.
Sky | Deck 14
Deck 14 houses, the upper level of Serenity as well as the slides entrance.
Carnival Freedom Accommodation & Final Thoughts
Carnival Freedom offers different choices of accommodations
- Interior
- Ocean View
- Balcony
- Suite
You will find comfortable linens in each room and the amenities depends on the type of room. However there are plenty of closet and drawers, TV, Stateroom climate control, Dedicated room steward. While suite guest will receive, priority check in and debarkation, 2 large bottles of water and bathrobes. Further you can read in detail on Carnival’s website.
Overall Carnival Freedom is packed with a lot of fun and you will enjoy your sailing.
Frequent Asked Questions ?
Has the Carnival Freedom been refurbished ?
Carnival Freedom received the last major Refurbishment in 2019. In which they added Carnival Waterworks, new mini golf and Bonsai Sushi Express.
Is The Carnival Freedom Still Sailing ?
Yes after the fire incident on May 2022, Carnival Freedom underwent repairs and had been back to service since June 11 2022. Currently it is sailing from Port Canaveral, Florida.
Carnival Freedom Deck Plans PDF ?
You can download Carnival Freedom Deck Plans from their Official website.
Did the Carnival Freedom have a fire?
Yes, on May 26,2022, there was a fire in the vessel’s funner area. And fortunately the safety crew immediately extinguished it. At the time of this incident, the cruise was docked in Grand Turk.