Carnival Celebrates a Decade on Top as Best Domestic Cruise Line
Four major awards highlight Carnival’s continued leadership and advisor partnerships
Carnival Cruise Line is celebrating a standout moment after being honored with four top awards at the 2025 Travel Weekly Readers’ Choice Awards, proving once again that America’s Cruise Line knows how to keep the good times rolling.
Leading the wins is Best Domestic Cruise Line, a title Carnival has now claimed for an impressive ten consecutive years. That kind of consistency doesn’t happen by accident, it’s the result of delivering cruise vacations that are easy to book, fun to experience, and packed with value.
But Carnival didn’t stop there. The cruise line also earned Best Short Itinerary for the fourth year in a row, recognizing its wildly popular three- and four-day sailings. These quick getaways continue to deliver big vacation energy, including visits to Celebration Key, Carnival’s newest destination on Grand Bahama, which made its debut this year.
Adding to the celebration, Carnival was named Best Travel Advisor Loyalty Program for the second consecutive year. This recognition follows enhancements to the program, including the launch of Funnel Faves, a campaign designed to spotlight advisors with new tools, exclusive promotions, and rewarding ways to grow their business.
Carnival awards for 2025 with Travel weekly awards
Rounding out the wins is Best Group Program, another multi-year honour that reflects Carnival’s strength in making group travel simple and rewarding. From family reunions to corporate events, Carnival continues to offer dedicated support and exclusive perks that make planning a breeze.
Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy accepted the awards alongside members of the leadership team, sharing appreciation for both the Carnival crew and its travel advisor partners who help bring cruise dreams to life.
Sailing from more U.S. homeports than any other cruise line, Carnival continues to stand out for convenience and variety. With 29 ships currently sailing and five more on the way through 2033, the line shows no signs of slowing down.
These latest honours add to a growing list of recent accolades, including recognition as Best Family Cruise Line, Best Value for Money, and North America’s Best Cruise Line Website for 2025, a strong finish to an already award-filled year.
Ten years. Four awards. One very clear message: Carnival Cruise Line remains a favorite for cruisers and travel advisors alike, and the celebration is far from over.