welcome to the city that never sleeps—and never does anything halfway. This is cruise departure with main-character energy: towering skylines, nonstop motion, iconic sights, and a buzz that hits the second you step onto the sidewalk.

Before embarkation, wander Times Square for pure sensory overload, stroll Central Park for a breather between adventures, or walk the High Line for elevated views and artsy vibes. Snap photos on the Brooklyn Bridge, grab a slice that will ruin pizza forever, or take a harbor cruise past the Statue of Liberty—because yes, she is that iconic.

The cruise terminals are close to Manhattan’s action, making it easy to layer a little NYC magic before or after your sailing. Because in New York, the vacation doesn’t start when you board the ship—it starts the moment the city shows up and steals the spotlight.

Kick off your first sea day Nikki Exotika–style: glam up, show out, and live your best deck life. From poolside posing and cocktails to spontaneous dance breaks and fierce meet-ups, today is all about confidence, connection, and serving looks from sunrise to sunset.

This sea day is pure Nikki Exotika vibes—bold, unapologetic, and a little unhinged (in the best way). Lounge, laugh, flirt, sparkle, and celebrate who you are with your people. No schedule, no stress—just slay-at-sea energy all day long.

8:00am - 5:00pm

Celebration Key is Carnival’s brand-new slice of paradise—designed purely for fun, freedom, and a little fabulous chaos. Think crystal-clear lagoons, white-sand beaches, and vibrant island vibes built for unforgettable cruise days.

Spend your time floating in massive freshwater lagoons, sipping cocktails at beach clubs, or claiming your perfect lounger and doing absolutely nothing. Feeling extra? Dive into water activities, music-filled party zones, or beachfront bites made for grazing between dips. However you play it, Celebration Key = instant cruise-core perfection.

7:00 am - 4:00 pm

RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay is barefoot bliss at its finest—untouched beauty, powder-soft sand, and water so clear it looks unreal. This is the kind of place where time slows down and stress simply doesn’t make the trip.

Spend the day stretched out on pristine beaches, floating in calm turquoise water, or unwinding in a private cabana with ocean breezes and zero responsibilities. Want a little adventure? Kayak the shoreline, snorkel vibrant reefs, or take a horseback ride along the surf. However you choose to relax, RelaxAway = pure island perfection.

10am -4:00pm

Grand Turk is small, stunning, and effortlessly iconic—where electric-blue water meets laid-back island charm. This is beach day perfection with a splash of history and zero rush.

Spend the day snorkeling straight off the pier, lounging on Governor’s Beach, or floating in water so clear it feels filtered. Wander past pastel buildings, visit the historic lighthouse, or post up at the cruise center with a cold drink and unbeatable views. However you do it, Grand Turk = easy, breezy, unforgettable.

Fun Day at Sea — Glitter & Go With the Flow
Today has zero plans and maximum sparkle. Sleep in, glam up, hit the pool, disappear into a cocktail, then reappear just in time to dance like nobody’s watching (but everyone secretly is). This is your permission slip to vibe, flirt, laugh too loud, and let the sea set the mood.

Consider this your all-day reset with extra sass. Lounge, wander, people-watch, repeat. Whether you’re serving looks on deck, catching a show, or doing absolutely nothing with intention, this sea day is all about joy, freedom, and living your best unapologetic cruise life.

Back at port 8:00am

Think about the wonderful memories and new friends you made on your way home!