This guide is updated every Wednesday to show the dates that each of the Carnival Cruise Directors are scheduled to work.
Carnival Adventure Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| FELIPE DO COUTO | 08/07/2026 | 11/30/2026 |
| CIARA CROWLEY | 11/20/2026 | 02/10/2027 |
| LIZZIE CLOUGH | 02/20/2027 | 06/17/2027 |
| FRANCO SPIES | 07/29/2027 | 11/29/2027 |
Carnival Adventure is one of the newer additions to the Carnival fleet – the former P&O Australia ship gives many Carnival guests a fantastic cruise, and the cruise directors onboard play a big part in that!
Felipe Do Couto is the current cruise director, set to be onboard for a run until November, when Ciara Crowley will join the ship. We now also know that Lizzie Clough will be joining the ship for a lengthy run in 2027, and Franco Spies will also be joining the ship later that year.
Carnival Adventure is an Adventure-class ship with a gross tonnage of 108,865 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,636.
Carnival Breeze Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| MIKE D’AURIA | 09/07/2026 | 01/11/2027 |
| SIMON LONDON | 01/07/2027 | 02/26/2027 |
| SIMON LONDON | 03/14/2027 | 05/22/2027 |
The Cruise Director schedule for Carnival Breeze has now been set for the next few months.
Mike D’Auria joined the ship in September. Simon London has also been scheduled for two separate stints in 2027.
Carnival Breeze is a Dream-class ship with a gross tonnage of 128,052 and a maximum passenger capacity of 3,690.
Carnival Celebration Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| RAINIER SCHOLTZ | 11/03/2026 | 01/17/2027 |
| JOEY BOYES | 01/17/2027 | 04/05/2027 |
| DEON WILLIAMS | 04/19/2027 | 05/30/2027 |
| JOEY BOYES | 08/01/2027 | 11/28/2027 |
The Carnival Celebration cruise director schedule has enjoyed some fantastic names.
Rainier Scholtz is the current cruise director, scheduled on board until 17 January 2027. Joey Boyes returns from 17 January to 5 April 2027, followed by Deon Williams from 19 April to 30 May 2027. Joey is also scheduled to return from 1 August to 28 November 2027.
Carnival Celebration is an Excel-class ship with a gross tonnage of 183,521 and a maximum passenger capacity of 5,282.
Carnival Conquest Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| GRANT BOWDEN | 09/28/2026 | 11/27/2026 |
| VICTOR PASTRANA | 01/17/2027 | 03/19/2027 |
| VICTOR PASTRANA | 05/21/2027 | 09/20/2027 |
The Carnival Conquest has had some fantastic Cruise Directors onboard, and that trend continues now!
Grant Bowden is making his cruise director debut on the ship right now, and he’s set to remain onboard until November.
In January, Victor Pastrana will begin the first of two stints that he has scheduled on the ship for 2027.
The ship’s talented Cruise Directors are sure to make the cruise experience unforgettable for all guests!
Carnival Conquest is a Conquest-class ship with a gross tonnage of 110,480 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,980.
Carnival Dream Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| ANDY MERCER | 08/16/2026 | 11/14/2026 |
| SHYLOCK EDWARDS | 11/07/2026 | 03/06/2027 |
| ANDY MERCER | 03/06/2027 | 05/01/2027 |
Get ready to experience the dream vacation of a lifetime with the talented Cruise Directors onboard the Carnival Dream!
Carnival’s schedule lists Andy Mercer on board until 14 November 2026, with Shylock Edwards also scheduled from 7 November 2026 to 6 March 2027. Andy then returns from 6 March to 1 May 2027.
With their exceptional personalities, these Cruise Directors are sure to bring a smile to every passenger’s face and make the cruise an unforgettable experience!
Carnival Dream is a Dream-class ship with a gross tonnage of 128,251 and a maximum passenger capacity of 3,646.
Carnival Elation Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN LONEY | 11/05/2026 | 03/06/2027 |
| JOHN LONEY | 05/06/2027 | 09/09/2027 |
John Loney recently made his return to Carnival Elation. He’ll be onboard all the way through to March, and then he’ll return to the ship in May for the summer months.
Carnival Elation is a Fantasy-class ship with a gross tonnage of 71,909 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,130.
Carnival Encounter Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| KIERAN WILSON | 11/03/2026 | 01/17/2027 |
| FRANCO SPIES | 01/09/2027 | 05/22/2027 |
| ABBIE LOCKETT | 05/15/2027 | 09/17/2027 |
Carnival Encounter is the second of the former P&O Australia ships to join the fleet, and this ship continues the trend of bringing amazing cruise directors to the party!
Kieran Wilson is the current cruise director, scheduled on board until 17 January 2027. Franco Spies returns from 9 January to 22 May 2027, with Abbie Lockett scheduled from 15 May to 17 September 2027.
These talented cruise directors are sure to give guests an amazing time on this fun-packed ship!
Carnival Encounter is an Adventure-class ship with a gross tonnage of 108,865 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,600.
Carnival Firenze Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| AMBER CELEN | 08/28/2026 | 01/04/2027 |
| GABE COPPOLLA | 12/28/2026 | 04/04/2027 |
| ZACK PAIEMENT-DOCKRILL | 03/29/2027 | 07/08/2027 |
Amber Celen is the current cruise director on Carnival Firenze. She’ll be onboard until the very start of 2027. Gabe Coppolla is set to follow Amber, with Zack Paiement-Dockrill joining the ship in late March.
Carnival Firenze is a Venice-class ship with a gross tonnage of 135,156 and a maximum passenger capacity of 4,126.
Carnival Freedom Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| SARA TASKOSKI | 10/04/2026 | 02/04/2027 |
| PAOLA SOLORZANO | 01/24/2027 | 04/10/2027 |
| SARA TASKOSKI | 04/10/2027 | 08/07/2027 |
The Carnival Freedom brings some fantastic Cruise Directors along for the ride!
Sara Taskoski is the current cruise director onboard. Her current run ends early in 2027. Paola Solorzano will then make her debut as cruise director on the ship before Sara returns later that year.
The Cruise Directors on this ship are guaranteed to bring a smile to every passenger’s face and make the cruise an unforgettable adventure.
Carnival Freedom is a Conquest-class ship with a gross tonnage of 110,556 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,980.
Carnival Glory Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| ABBIE LOCKETT | 11/02/2026 | 01/04/2027 |
| EDGAR TOSCANO MURILLO | 01/14/2027 | 03/15/2027 |
The Carnival Glory is about to embark on a journey filled with fun and adventure, and there are some truly exceptional cruise directors leading the team!
Abbie Lockett has returned to the ship after a short break, to cover the Christmas and New Year sailings. Edgar Murillo will follow Abbie.
With their unique personalities and passion for creating unforgettable experiences, the Cruise Directors for this ship are sure to make the Carnival Glory cruise one to remember!
Carnival Glory is a Conquest-class ship with a gross tonnage of 110,000 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,980.
Carnival Horizon Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| ZACK PAIEMENT-DOCKRILL | 09/12/2026 | 02/21/2027 |
| RAINIER SCHOLTZ | 02/17/2027 | 04/24/2027 |
| SINCLAIR HAMMERBACH | 05/08/2027 | 07/17/2027 |
Cruising on Carnival Horizon soon? You’re assured of a fantastic cruise director if you do!
Currently, that’s Zack Paiement-Dockrill. Rainier Scholtz will then take over in February, and Sinclair Hammerbach will then join later in the year.
Carnival Horizon is a Vista-class ship with a gross tonnage of 133,868 and a maximum passenger capacity of 4,008.
Carnival Jubilee Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| KYNDALL FIRE | 07/18/2026 | 11/14/2026 |
| ANDY MERCER | 11/14/2026 | 01/23/2027 |
| KYNDALL FIRE | 01/23/2027 | 05/23/2027 |
| TYLER MEEHAN | 05/09/2027 | 07/24/2027 |
| KYNDALL FIRE | 07/24/2027 | 11/28/2027 |
The newest Excel-class ship sailing for Carnival has big hitters as her cruise directors.
Kyndall Fire led the way since the ship debuted, and she’s recently re-joined for her latest time onboard. She’s set to remain on the ship until November, when Andy Mercer will take over. Kyndall will be back for the first few months of 2027 before Tyler Meehan enjoys a run on the ship. And then – guess who – Kyndall returns once more.
Carnival Jubilee is an Excel-class ship with a gross tonnage of 183,521 and a maximum passenger capacity of 5,362.
Carnival Legend Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| SIMON LONDON | 05/15/2026 | 11/16/2026 |
| BRANDI DAVIS | 11/12/2026 | 01/24/2027 |
| LEO ALEXANDER | 01/16/2027 | 03/13/2027 |
| SAM THURGOOD | 03/07/2027 | 07/06/2027 |
Get ready for a legendary experience on the Carnival Legend with its fantastic Cruise Directors!
Carnival’s schedule lists Simon London on board until 16 November 2026, with Brandi Davis also scheduled from 12 November 2026 to 24 January 2027. Leo Alexander is scheduled from 16 January to 13 March 2027, followed by Sam Thurgood from 7 March to 6 July 2027.
Carnival Legend is a Spirit-class ship with a gross tonnage of 85,942 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,124.
Carnival Liberty Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| LAWRENCE WEST | 10/18/2026 | 02/21/2027 |
Carnival Liberty has quite the line-up of cruise directors for you to enjoy!
Lawrence West is currently leading the entertainment on the ship, having joined towards the end of October for the last couple of months of 2026 and the start of 2027. He’ll take a break in February.
Carnival Liberty is a Conquest-class ship with a gross tonnage of 110,428 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,980.
Carnival Luminosa Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| GARY BLAIR | 11/08/2026 | 01/11/2027 |
| ABBIE LOCKETT | 01/06/2027 | 03/14/2027 |
| GARY BLAIR | 03/12/2027 | 07/22/2027 |
| MARQ ANTHONY | 07/12/2027 | 10/02/2027 |
If you’re planning on sailing on the Carnival Luminosa soon, you’re in for a treat when it comes to the cruise directors.
The fantastic Gary Blair is onboard from November until January. Abbie Lockett will then oversee the first couple of months of the year, before Gary returns in March. Marq Anthony joins the ship later in the year.
Carnival Luminosa is a Spirit-class ship with a gross tonnage of 92,270 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,260.
Carnival Magic Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| SOPHIE GIDEON | 07/05/2026 | 11/14/2026 |
| IVAN ESTRADA | 11/08/2026 | 01/09/2027 |
| SOPHIE GIDEON | 01/17/2027 | 05/15/2027 |
| SOPHIE GIDEON | 07/17/2027 | 10/09/2027 |
| SOPHIE GIDEON | 10/17/2027 | 11/20/2027 |
Carnival Magic’s cruise directors are great at keeping the party going on this fantastic ship.
Carnival’s schedule lists Sophie Gideon on board until 14 November 2026, with Ivan Estrada also scheduled from 8 November 2026 to 9 January 2027. Sophie returns from 17 January to 15 May, from 17 July to 9 October, and from 17 October to 20 November 2027.
Carnival Magic is a Dream-class ship with a gross tonnage of 128,048 and a maximum passenger capacity of 3,690.
Mardi Gras Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| JACKY TANG | 09/17/2026 | 01/02/2027 |
| DEON WILLIAMS | 01/02/2027 | 03/13/2027 |
| LOUIE CLARE | 03/06/2027 | 05/08/2027 |
| JACKY TANG | 05/08/2027 | 09/06/2027 |
| ANDY MERCER | 08/28/2027 | 01/06/2028 |
The Mardi Gras has an exciting line-up of cruise directors set to take the stage.
Jacky Tang is currently leading the entertainment on Mardi Gras, with Deon Williams and Louie Clare both scheduled for stints in 2027. Jacky will then return in May, before Andy Mercer takes over at the end of August for a run lasting into January 2028.
With such an engaging and talented set of cruise directors, guests are sure to have a blast on the Mardi Gras.
Mardi Gras is an Excel-class ship with a gross tonnage of 180,800 and a maximum passenger capacity of 5,270.
Carnival Miracle Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| ADAM GILBERT | 10/30/2026 | 03/07/2027 |
| FRANKIE PORTERA | 03/05/2027 | 05/06/2027 |
| ADAM GILBERT | 05/06/2027 | 10/08/2027 |
The Carnival Miracle has a talented set of cruise directors in the 2026 schedule.
Adam Gilbert is the current cruise director on Carnival Miracle, having joined the ship at the end of October 2026. He’s scheduled to remain until early March 2027, when Frankie Portera will take over.
Adam will then return in May for another lengthy run, lasting until October 2027.
Carnival Miracle is a Spirit-class ship with a gross tonnage of 85,942 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,124.
Carnival Panorama Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| GEORGE CROSS | 07/18/2026 | 11/15/2026 |
| VICTOR PASTRANA | 11/07/2026 | 01/16/2027 |
| GEORGE CROSS | 01/16/2027 | 05/16/2027 |
| MARQ ANTHONY | 05/08/2027 | 07/11/2027 |
The Carnival Panorama is set to have an amazing team of cruise directors on board.
Carnival’s schedule lists George Cross on board until 15 November 2026, with Victor Pastrana also scheduled from 7 November 2026 to 16 January 2027. George returns from 16 January to 16 May 2027, while Marq Anthony is scheduled from 8 May to 11 July 2027.
Carnival Panorama is a Vista-class ship with a gross tonnage of 133,868 and a maximum passenger capacity of 4,008.
Carnival Paradise Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| VANESSA FREDRICH | 09/10/2026 | 01/09/2027 |
| MICHELLE PURDY | 01/04/2027 | 02/18/2027 |
| VANESSA FREDRICH | 03/02/2027 | 07/05/2027 |
Carnival Paradise guests are all set to have a blast with their upcoming Cruise Directors.
In September, Vanessa Fredrich joined the ship for a run until January. She’ll have a short break before returning to the ship in March for a run lasting through July. We now know Michelle Purdy will be leading things while Vanessa is on a break.
The ship’s top-class Cruise Directors are sure to make the Carnival Paradise experience an unforgettable one for all those on board.
Carnival Paradise is a Fantasy-class ship with a gross tonnage of 71,925 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,124.
Carnival Pride Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| DEON WILLIAMS | 07/26/2026 | 11/29/2026 |
| SAM THURGOOD | 11/29/2026 | 01/31/2027 |
| ALEX SPURDLE | 01/24/2027 | 04/11/2027 |
| MIKE D’AURIA | 03/21/2027 | 08/01/2027 |
The Carnival Pride is all set to have amazing Cruise Directors in 2026.
Currently that’s Deon Williams, who joined the ship in late July and is set to remain onboard until late November. Sam Thurgood is set to replace him until January, followed by the debut of Alex Spurdle and then after a couple of months it’ll be the turn of Mike D’Auria.
With such dynamic cruise directors, passengers on the Carnival Pride can look forward to an exciting and unforgettable experience.
Carnival Pride is a Spirit-class ship with a gross tonnage of 86,071 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,124.
Carnival Radiance Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| SAM THURGOOD | 09/28/2026 | 11/28/2026 |
| MARQ ANTHONY | 11/22/2026 | 04/01/2027 |
| AMBER CELEN | 03/28/2027 | 08/02/2027 |
On the Carnival Radiance, guests are set to enjoy a fantastic cruise director for the next few months.
Sam Thurgood recently joined the ship, with Marq Anthony due onboard for his own stint later in the year. Amber Celen will also join the ship later in 2027.
Carnival Radiance is a Sunshine-class ship with a gross tonnage of 102,232 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,984.
Carnival Spirit Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| JAMES LOVE | 11/08/2026 | 03/06/2027 |
| JEI CARO | 04/14/2027 | 08/19/2027 |
The Carnival Spirit is all set to have an incredible team of Cruise Directors in 2026 and beyond.
James Love is the current cruise director, scheduled on board from 8 November 2026 to 6 March 2027.
Jei Caro returns from 14 April to 19 August 2027.
Carnival Spirit is a Spirit-class ship with a gross tonnage of 85,920 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,124.
Carnival Splendor Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| LIZZIE CLOUGH | 10/01/2026 | 11/28/2026 |
| JEI CARO | 11/21/2026 | 02/04/2027 |
| GRANT BOWDEN | 01/31/2027 | 04/15/2027 |
| KIERAN WILSON | 04/11/2027 | 09/17/2027 |
The Carnival Splendor is also set to have fantastic Cruise Directors throughout 2026.
Lizzie Clough was on the ship from April until August, and she’s now back from October to November. After Lizzie’s current run it’ll be the turn of Jeimy Caro before Grant Bowden and later Kieran Wilson join the ship.
Carnival Splendor is a Splendor-class ship with a gross tonnage of 113,573 and a maximum passenger capacity of 3,012.
Carnival Sunrise Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| CRYSSI ST CYR | 07/20/2026 | 01/09/2027 |
| COLLINS SIBANDA | 01/22/2027 | 03/15/2027 |
| CRYSSI ST CYR | 03/15/2027 | 07/27/2027 |
The Carnival Sunrise is a ship that’s had a schedule shuffle in recent times. But it has now been confirmed that Cryssi St Cyr is the current cruise director, and she’s scheduled for a long run all the way through to January, followed by another beginning in March. Collins Sibanda is the cruise director scheduled to be in charge during Cryssi’s break.
Carnival Sunrise is a Sunshine-class ship with a gross tonnage of 102,239 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,984.
Carnival Sunshine Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| SOFIA TOSCHES | 11/08/2026 | 03/20/2027 |
| ALEX SIEGLER | 03/20/2027 | 05/15/2027 |
| JAMES LOVE | 05/10/2027 | 10/29/2027 |
If you’re sailing on Carnival Sunshine, you’ve got great Cruise Directors to look forward to.
Sofia Tosches is the current cruise director, scheduled on board from 8 November 2026 to 20 March 2027. Alex Siegler returns from 20 March to 15 May 2027, while James Love is scheduled from 10 May to 29 October 2027.
Carnival Sunshine is a Sunshine-class ship with a gross tonnage of 103,881 and a maximum passenger capacity of 3,002.
Carnival Valor Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| SINCLAIR HAMMERBACH | 09/10/2026 | 01/09/2027 |
| CHARNE MARAIS | 01/04/2027 | 03/06/2027 |
| SINCLAIR HAMMERBACH | 03/06/2027 | 05/06/2027 |
Guests can enjoy some popular Cruise Directors when sailing on Carnival Valor.
Sinclair Hammerbach recently took over the role, and will be onboard until January. She’s then due back onboard later in 2027 again. Charne Marais is filling the role in between Sinclair’s runs.
Carnival Valor is a Conquest-class ship with a gross tonnage of 110,438 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,980.
Carnival Venezia Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| TYLER MEEHAN | 11/01/2026 | 03/14/2027 |
| LAWRENCE WEST | 04/25/2027 | 09/12/2027 |
Tyler Meehan is the current cruise director on Carnival Venezia, scheduled on board from 1 November 2026 to 14 March 2027.
Lawrence West is scheduled to join the ship from 25 April to 12 September 2027.
Carnival Venezia is a Venice-class ship with a gross tonnage of 135,225 and a maximum passenger capacity of 4,208.
Carnival Vista Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| KEEGAN VAN ZYL | 08/22/2026 | 01/09/2027 |
| ALEX SIEGLER | 01/03/2027 | 03/14/2027 |
| KEEGAN VAN ZYL | 03/14/2027 | 07/10/2027 |
| KEEGAN VAN ZYL | 08/21/2027 | 11/28/2027 |
Carnival Vista has some excellent cruise directors onboard, the latest of which is Keegan Van Zyl. He recently joined the ship until early 2027. There are some gaps in the schedule for 2027 – one of which will be covered by Alex Siegler – but we know Van Zyl will return twice more throughout the year.
Carnival Vista is a Vista-class ship with a gross tonnage of 133,596 and a maximum passenger capacity of 3,934.
The above schedule is subject to change. Please click here to double-check the latest information.
The role of the Cruise Director
On a Carnival cruise, the cruise director is responsible for overseeing all of the entertainment team. They work closely with the hotel director and entertainers to ensure that every guest has a memorable experience on board.
Carnival cruise directors are also responsible for hosting events like trivia contests, gameshows, and deck parties. They keep guests informed about what’s happening on the ship.
The cruise line employs a large number of cruise directors – around 40 or so – because they need to rotate between the different cruise ships (and have some time off too).
Contracts can vary though – someone might be on a ship for just a couple of weeks, to fill a gap in a schedule, or they might be onboard for months at a time.
Dates for these contracts can overlap too – that’s when a new cruise director will join a ship while the old one is still working, so that there’s time for the new arrival to get up to speed and meet the team.
Cruise Director schedule changes
The cruise director schedules can change at short notice. Often there are changes to plans which can mean a lot of work for the cruise line to move people around and make sure each ship has the experienced team onboard to give guests the best experience.
This schedule is updated each week, so you can always stay on top of the latest developments as new contracts are announced and older ones are reshuffled.
Cruise Directors on Social Media
Many of the Carnival cruise directors are active on social media and following your favourite directors on Facebook can be a great way to see what they’re up to.
With that in mind, here are links to the Facebook and Instagram pages of some of Carnival’s most popular cruise directors:
- ​Adam Gilbert Facebook Page
- Alex Siegler Facebook Page
- Andy Mercer Facebook Page
- Cam Chavis Facebook Page
- Chris (Donkey) Salazar Facebook Page
- Chris Williams (The Flying Scotsman) Instagram
- Christian De La Rosa Instagram
- Christian Deon Williams Instagram
- Erin Weigand Facebook Page
- Georgia Craig Facebook Page
- Jacky Tang Facebook Page
- James Love Facebook Page
- Jasper Wade Facebook Page
- Jonathan Adams (Cookie) Facebook Page
- Kyndall Fire Facebook Page
- Lawrence West Facebook Page
- Lee Mason (Lee Your Cruise Director) Facebook Page
- Leon Smith Facebook Page
- Marq Anthony Facebook Page
​Melessa Durrant Instagram - Ryan Rose Instagram
- Savannah Mitchell Facebook Page
- Simon London Facebook Page
- TJ Partida Facebook
FAQs About Carnival Cruise Directors
It’s possible for Carnival’s cruise director schedule to change at the last minute due to unforeseen circumstances such as illness, family emergencies, or other unexpected events. However, the cruise line typically does its best to avoid last-minute changes.
Carnival has at least 30 to 40 cruise directors. Carnival operates a fleet of 29 ships, and each ship has a cruise director. However, cruise directors may rotate between ships or take time off in between contracts, so the number of active cruise directors at any given time may vary.
The length of time that a Carnival cruise director stays in their position can vary. Typically, they will stay onboard for several weeks or months, before being rotated to a different ship or taking time off. However, this can depend on a variety of factors including the needs of the company and their personal preferences.
The salary of a Carnival cruise director varies depending on their experience, level, and the size of the ship they are working on. However, the average salary for a cruise director at Carnival Cruise Lines is around $60,000 per year. Additionally, cruise directors typically receive free travel, food, and accommodation as well as other benefits, such as discounted cruises for family and friends.
Felipe was the best he is so funny I want to book another cruise but the kids said they wont go if it isn’t Felipe lol.
Haha, sounds like Felipe made quite an impression! Lovely to hear the kids had such a good time. Jenni
Excited to see which cruise directors will be sailing in 2026/2027! Carnival always brings amazing energy onboard, and the right director can make your trip even more fun.
Thanks so much for keeping this schedule updated weekly – super helpful for those of us who like to sail based on who’s directing the fun! I’ve cruised with both Louie Clare and Abbie Lockett before, and they truly elevate the whole experience. Great to see names like Sinclair Hammerbach and Marty Pitts returning too – Carnival definitely knows how to pick the best for guest engagement!
Where is Austin-he was on Valor when I did my first cruise
This is incorrect. The panorama cruise director is Gerry Berrones. From February 8th until June
Hi Jackie. Thanks for this. Do you have a source for that info please? Just double checked and it doesn’t match our source. Thanks! Jenni
Sinclair Hammerbach, a newer CD is amazing! She has so much energy and passion. There wasn’t one activity she didn’t make a showing at and have a change of outfit each time. I was on the Liberty with her over the New Year. She is currently on the Breeze now that she back from her break. I recommend planning a cruise with her!
Georgia was the best i have seen on the horizon. She made the cruise fun.
I agree
She was a blast
Christian Mattheui was wonderful. Always upbeat, friendly, just made the cruise fun. He was a plus on our first cruise.
What happened to Cookie? He was carnivals BEST Cruise Director. Carnival better learn how to treat their staff otherwise alot more staff will leave.
I know, right!? He was sooo awesome and really made the cruise a LOT more fun. We’ve been on about 30 cruises and he was in our top 3 cruise directions. Will never forget him. As a matter of fact, we would probably book any given cruise just because he was the cruise director!
Hi how come some directors are on here twice if not more, and some are just on there once
Hi Karina. The cruise directors rotate and take time off. So they often return to the same ship after a break. Jenni
Something is wrong with your info. Joseph Boyes is listed on Horizon 11/5/23 to 2/3/24 and also on Vista 11/4/23 to 1/8/24. I know Carnival is short staffed, but don’t think they are flying CD’s from ship to ship 🙂
Ah thanks for spotting! Looks like there’s an error in the data that Carnival provides via the Airtable. I’ve added a note to explain and will update it as soon as I see that they have. Thank you.
Loved Todd Evans on the Paradise last week.He’s the best so far,
Jacky Tang is the Best Carnival Cruise Line Have as a Cruise Director. He’s so kind and personal with the quest. I will always find the Ship Jacky Tang is on so I can have a Memorable experience again. I Love Jacky Tang. He’s the Best.
Where is Dr E?