For many parents planning a cruise vacation with kids, Royal Caribbean and Disney Cruise Line often come to mind for family-friendly cruise options before anyone thinks of Carnival Cruise Line.

The ship will feature three new onboard zones, including venues and “immersive experiences” centered around music, according to a news release, and the Carnival Waterworks Ultra water park.

On Deck 18, a main feature of Sunsation Point is Carnival Waterworks Ultra, a family-friendly water park. Murray said, like the Mardi Gras, the Festivale will sail from the port's newest terminal ...

Both new Excel ships will have a three-deck outdoor zone called Sunsation Point, home to the six-slide Carnival Waterworks Ultra ... with a hummingbird logo. It is adding a pool with a swim ...

On Deck 18, a main feature of Sunsation Point is Carnival Waterworks Ultra, a family friendly water park at sea. This new area will replace BOLT, the Ultimate Seacoaster that is the top deck ...

On Deck 18, a top perk for Sunsation Point is Carnival Waterworks Ultra; this new family friendly water park at sea will offer six slides (four new to Carnival, including two family raft slides ...

The centerpiece of this area will be Carnival Waterworks Ultra, which will be the cruise line’s largest water park at sea. This water park will feature six slides, including four brand new ...

On Deck 18, a main feature of Sunsation Point is Carnival Waterworks Ultra, the most family friendly water park at sea and the ultimate destination for splashy excitement. This new area will ...

The top three decks of the ship will feature a new outdoor zone called Sunsation Point, complete with a family-friendly water park called Carnival Waterworks Ultra. Guests will be able to enjoy six ...

The highlight of Sunsation Point will be Carnival Waterworks Ultra, the most family-friendly water park at sea. The park will feature six slides, including two new family raft rides, two splash ...