The Carnival ship that recently retired is the Carnival Ecstasy.
Retirement of the Carnival Ecstasy
The Carnival Ecstasy, a prominent vessel in the Carnival Cruise Line fleet, concluded its service after more than three decades at sea. Its retirement in late 2022 marked the end of an era for one of Carnival's long-standing ships.
Key Milestones for Carnival Ecstasy
The ship was completed and began its operational life in the early 1990s, serving a wide array of passengers over its extensive career.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Completed | 1991 |
| Maiden Voyage | April 2, 1991 |
| In Service | 1991–2022 |
| Out of Service | October 15, 2022 |
The Carnival Ecstasy officially went out of service on October 15, 2022. Prior to its retirement, the ship was last tracked at the Port of Mobile on October 10, 2022. This retirement is part of broader fleet modernization efforts within the cruise industry, as older vessels are replaced by newer, more technologically advanced, and often more fuel-efficient ships.
