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flag Carnival Cruise Line raises prices on select Gulf Coast sailings starting April 2, 2026, including higher soda packages and gratuities.

flag Carnival Cruise Line is raising prices for select services on Gulf Coast sailings starting April 2, 2026, affecting travelers from Louisiana, Texas, and Alabama. flag The adult Bottomless Bubbles soda package will increase to $11.99 per person per day plus a 20% service charge, while the kids’ version stays at $6.95 daily. flag Gratuities will rise by $1 per day per person, reaching $17 for standard stateroom guests and $18 for suite guests. flag On a seven-day cruise with four people, gratuities alone will add nearly $500. flag Prepaid guests are grandfathered in, but most travelers will face higher costs. flag Passengers needing minimal services may negotiate gratuities at the ship’s customer service desk.

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