The Carnival Liberty resumed service over the weekend with new enhancements, Carnival Cruise Line said in a press release.
After undergoing a scheduled drydock in Europe, the 2005-built vessel welcomed guests back in New Orleans on July 12, 2025.
According to Carnival, the vessel underwent a comprehensive update that added new features to the ship.
The work was similar to that carried out onboard the Carnival Valor earlier this month, the company added.
Among the new additions is the Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge, a special space honoring military service members and their families that is being rolled out to Carnival’s fleet.
The Carnival Liberty also saw the addition of a WaterWorks aqua park, with new slides, as well as the creation of a new mini golf course.
The ship’s spa, now branded as a Cloud9 Spa, received a full revitalization that included a refreshed look, upgraded beauty stations and a new Elemis Boutique.
Steam rooms and saunas were also upgraded during the drydock, while the fitness center underwent full modernization.
According to Carnival, guests will also enjoy upgrades in the casino, which has been enhanced with a new layout and added slot machines and table games.
Younger cruisers will find an array of enhanced amenities, including new gaming stations at Camp Ocean and a revamped Arcade and Club O2.
Other additions include a Dream Studio for guests’ personalized photo sessions, as well as a Carnival Adventures venue, a one-stop shop for guests to learn about and book shore excursions.
The retail FUN Shops have been revamped with new displays, while a new High Spirits liquor store is now on board as well.
The drydock also prioritized accessibility, with upgrades throughout the ship, from enhanced pathways to improved amenities in several public spaces and cabins.
After welcoming guests back, the Carnival Liberty resumed its regular schedule of seven-night cruises departing from New Orleans.
The itineraries sail to destinations in the Western Caribbean and the Bahamas, including Carnival’s new private destination Celebration Key in Grand Bahama.
