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On Tuesday march 12th at 06:00 AM the Carnival Triumpf arrived at the Navantia Yard, Cadiz for her major refurbishment.

Carnival Corp. will spend US$ 200 million for the conversion which the ship after 40 day will re-enter service as CARNIVAL SUNRISE. 

A workforce of 4.000 subcontractors, the ship’s crew and 1.000 shipyard workers are involved.

To house the additional workers Carnival has hired ferries as well as the cruise ship GEMINI.

The largest operation to be carried out in Cádiz is the installation of a duck tail , an element of 300 tons of weightlocated at the stern that serves to improve navigability. 

This piece is key because the reform that is going to be undertaken in the shipyard of Navantia Cádiz also implies substantial changesin the upper decks, which modifies the center of gravity of the cruise and its buoyancy.

Precisely, one of the works that Carnival contemplates is the installation of a new block on the bridge in which new luxury cabins with windows that go from floor to ceiling and large terraces will be enabled. In addition, all cabins will be remodeled and the common areas of leisure will be reused.

The tight deadline of the conversion is due to Carnival's intention to optimize the time spend at the Shipyard, as much as it has scheduled a seven-day inaugural cruise departing on April 29 from Norfolk, Virgina, on the East Coast of the United States.

The Carnival Sunrise will spend the summer in New York making trips to Bermuda, Canada and the Caribbean . In winter she will change its base to Fort Lauderdale (Florida), where she will operate cruises to the Caribbean and the Bahamas starting in October. 

What Will Be Added to Carnival Sunrise?

Carnival has released all the details of what will be added during the transformation, take a look below which includes all the latest FUN 2.0 upgrades already found on other ships in the fleet. There will also be some new additions for guests to enjoy.

Food Venues

• Cucina del Capitano: offering delicious Italian favorites and new Carnival classics served family-style in an engaging atmosphere reminiscent of a cozy Italian home.
• JavaBlue Café: this expanded version of the line’s popular coffee bars will offer lattes, cappuccinos and other caffeinated favorites, as well as “spiked” coffees made with liqueurs, and decadent confections.
• Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse: a classic American steakhouse offering mouth-watering steaks, gourmet appetizers, entrees and desserts, with impeccable service and understated ambiance.
• Bonsai Express: the success of the full-service Bonsai Sushi restaurants has spawned this casual spot, featuring a mouth-watering array of sushi, sashimi, rolls and more.
• The Chef’s Table: a new multi-course dining experience hosted in a special glass-enclosed venue in the forward dining room.
• Cherry on Top: The “sweetest spot on board,” an expanded Cherry on Top features bulk candy, fanciful gifts, custom apparel and a Carnival Adventures shop.
• Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse: a casual open-air eatery featuring “real deal” BBQ favorites created by Food Network star Guy Fieri.
• Lido Marketplace: A casual poolside eatery boasting favorites like Seafood Shack offering lobster rolls and other New England-inspired fare; The Deli with sandwiches and paninis; Pizzeria del Capitano serving hand-tossed artisanal-style pies free of charge 24/7, and an expanded Swirls venue with complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt.

Carnival Sunrise Bars

• RedFrog Pub: Featuring the Caribbean’s best rums and beers – including Carnival’s own ThirstyFrog Red – enjoyed in a distinct British-West-Indies-meets-Key-West atmosphere.
• Piano Bar 88: A new twist on Carnival’s popular piano bar concept that amps up the excitement with themed nights, engaging new décor and spontaneous sing-along fun.
• Limelight Lounge: Home to the Punchliner Comedy Club featuring a hilarious line-up of comics which later transforms into a sizzling night club where guests can dance the night away.
• New Multi-Purpose Liquid Lounge: an expansive theater that’s home to captivating daytime and nighttime entertainment, including the line’s high-tech Playlist Productions revues and audience participation favorite Hasbro, The Game Show.

Open Deck and Fun Spaces

• SportSquare: A suspended ropes course offering heart-racing views to the sea 150 feet below, basketball court, jogging track, ping pong, foosball, pool tables, and a nine-hole miniature golf course highlight this open-area recreation complex.
• WaterWorks: Featuring a 203-foot-long AquaTunnel slide and Carnival’s signature 212-foot-long Twister slide along with a 75-gallon PowerDrencher tipping bucket and kiddie area.
• Serenity Adult-Only Retreat: An adult only oasis offering plush chaise lounges, whirlpools and oversized umbrellas, enhanced by dramatic sea views.

Expanded Cloud 9 Spa and More

• Cloud 9 Spa:  Designed as the ultimate refuge for rest and relaxation, the health and wellness center offers an elaborate thermal suite, private treatment rooms, and the latest cardio and weight-training equipment.
• Modern, Spacious Facilities for Kids and Teens: including a new Camp Ocean, a colorful marine-inspired play area designed for kids ages 2-11, along with new spaces for Circle “C” aimed at 12- to 14-year olds and Club O2 geared to those 15-17.
• The Warehouse:  promising fun for all ages with a variety of the latest video and arcade games.
• Expanded Retail Spaces:  a mall-style shopping area lined with retail outlets offering fine jewelry, watches, fragrances, and more along with the line’s own branded spaces like Hip Fish and The Carnival Store.