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Carnival Valor is the third Conquest-class ship, delivered in 2004 at about 110,000 gross tons carrying roughly 2,980 guests.
Her interiors celebrate legendary heroes. A popular short-cruise ship, she sails four- and five-night Caribbean itineraries from New Orleans.
Onboard Highlights
Signature attractions, dining, bars and entertainment aboard Carnival Valor.
Top attractions
- WaterWorks
A top-deck aqua park with a twisting waterslide. - Serenity Adult-Only Retreat
A quiet sun deck reserved for adults.
Specialty dining
- Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse
Carnival's signature steakhouse. - Guy's Burger Joint
Free burgers from Guy Fieri on the Lido.
Bars and lounges
- RedFrog Rum Bar
A poolside bar serving rum drinks and Carnival brews. - Alchemy Bar
A vintage-styled cocktail bar.
Entertainment
- Main Theatre
Playlist Productions shows and live music.
Specifications
| Status | In service |
|---|---|
| Entered service | 2004 |
| Cruise line | Carnival Cruise Line |
| Class | Conquest class |
| Gross tonnage | 110,438 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 2,980 |
| Crew | 1,150 |
| Length | 290 m (951 ft) |
| Beam | 35 m (115 ft) moulded |
| Decks | 13 (11 guest decks) |
| Staterooms | 1,487 |
| Shipyard | Fincantieri (Monfalcone, Italy) |
| Home port | New Orleans, Louisiana |
| Region | Caribbean |
About the Conquest class
Five 110,000-GT superliners built 2002-2007, an enlarged evolution of the Destiny hull that became the workhorses of Carnival's Caribbean program.
References
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- Wikipedia - Primary reference for specifications and history.