Overview...........................................................Page One
Pools, Spa, and Outdoor Facilities.....................Page Two
Shops, Children and Other Public Areas............Page Three
Bars, Lounges, Nighttime Entertainment.............Page Four
Dining.................................................................Page Five
CARNIVAL
SENSATION
TOUR AND
COMMENTARY
The Atrium rises seven decks through the
center of the ship. A skylight at the top
provides light that gleams against the
polished metal outlining each level.
Sensation Boulevard is a long corridor that
links the public rooms on Promenade Deck.
Along the way, are tables and chairs by the large
windows on the starboard side.
The art on Carnival Sensation is
abstract and lively, consistent with
the ship's upbeat atmosphere.
Right: A machine that does
temporary body art by the main
swimming pool.
Below: Some of the pre-2009 balcony
cabins.
Below left: There are crew
recreational facilities on the bow.
Left: The Shore Excursions Desk.
Right: The Reception Desk.
Below: A display of some of the plaques and awards given to Carnival
Sensation over the years.
OVERVIEW
Carnival Sensation is the third of eight nearly-identical ships of
the Fantasy-class. Built in the 1990s, these ships have been the
workhorses of the Carnival fleet. While Carnival has gone on to
build larger and more luxurious ships, the Fantasy-class ships are
being re-invigorated through a multi-million dollar project known
as Evolutions of Fun. This program involves refitting the ships so
as to give them many of the features of the newer Carnival ships.
Following Huricane Katrina, Carnival Sensation was loaned to the
United States government to serve as emergency housing for six
months. The ship was then given an extensive refit in 2007,
that refurbished all of the cabins including giving them all flat
screen televisions and updating the batrooms. The public rooms
were also extensively renovated adding new features to the
theater, a new photo gallery, a new art gallery, and redoing
several of the lounges. A mini-golf couse and a jogging track
were also added.
In 2009, Carnival Sensation will undergo another extensive refit.
98 balconies will be added to the ship, which heretofore had
relatively few balcony cabins. Also, the pool areas will be
changed extensively.
Carnival Sensation offers short cruises to the Bahamas from
Florida. These tend to draw younger than average cruise
passengers including many young families.
The atmosphere onboard is upbeat and focused on having fun.