Carnival Expands Heroes Tribute Lounge Across Fleet

Carnival Cruise Line has now introduced its Heroes Tribute Lounge and Bar to 14 ships across its fleet, building on the concept that was first launched aboard Carnival Panorama in 2019.

Carnival President Christine Duffy confirmed that the patriotic venue is being gradually added to more ships during their scheduled drydock periods. The space is dedicated to honoring the sacrifices of military personnel and their families and is designed as a tribute to those who have served.

Described by the company as “an ongoing recognition of sacrifices made by Armed Services personnel and their families,” the lounge also supports military families through select purchases. A portion of proceeds from these sales goes to Operation Homefront, an organization that provides rent-free housing and other support to military households.

According to Duffy, the expansion of the Heroes Tribute Lounge and Bar is part of the brand’s broader effort to refresh and enhance onboard experiences.

“Most of these new features, obviously, come from the new ships that we are taking but also from the investments we continue to make in our existing fleet,” she explained.

Among the latest ships to receive the lounge are Carnival Spirit and Carnival Legend. Other vessels already featuring the space include Carnival Celebration, Carnival Firenze, Carnival Freedom, Carnival Glory, Carnival Sunrise, and Carnival Venezia.

Additionally, the tribute venue is available on Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Pride, Carnival Radiance, Mardi Gras, and Carnival Vista. The Carnival Miracle, currently undergoing a drydock in Cádiz, Spain, is also set to feature the space once its refurbishment is complete.

In addition to the lounge, Carnival continues to roll out other upgrades across the fleet, including smoke-free casinos and updated entertainment programming. Duffy also mentioned enhancements in retail areas and casino expansions, alongside continued investment in sustainability and energy efficiency.

As Carnival’s fleet evolves, even the older ships are being upgraded with new amenities and features to keep the guest experience fresh and engaging.