AWSM FAMILY • 2027
AWSM 2027 Family Reunion Cruise
Sail Together. Celebrate Forever.
Carnival Cruise Line – Western Caribbean | Carnival Dream
Thursday, July 29 – Monday, August 2, 2027
Departing from New Orleans | Cozumel, Mexico
WE SET SAIL IN:
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FOUR NIGHTS. ONE FAMILY.
A getaway we’ll remember forever.
From New Orleans to Cozumel, we’re bringing generations together for sunshine, laughter, shared meals, and memories that last long after we’re home.
MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME
Find your cabin.
Prices and deposits are per cabin, not per person. Choose your stateroom and guest count below. All deposits are due at the time of booking to secure your cabin. Final payment is due Saturday, May 1, 2027.
INTERIOR
4 guests — $1,590.00
Deposit: $600 per cabin
3 guests — $1,452.00
Deposit: $450 per cabin
Budget-friendly comfort, with more room in your vacation budget for making memories.
OCEAN VIEW
5 guests — $2,955.00
Deposit: $750 per cabin
3 guests — $1,782.00
Deposit: $300 per cabin
2 guests — $1,634.00
Deposit: $300 per cabin
Enjoy the ocean view without balcony pricing.
BALCONY
4 guests — $2,180.00
Deposit: $600 per cabin
2 guests — $1,890.00
Deposit: $300 per cabin
Your own private outdoor space for ocean breezes and quiet mornings.
SUITE
2 guests — $2,604.00
Deposit: $300 per cabin
More room and comfort for your time together at sea.
Cabin photos are representative. Layouts, views, and availability vary. Your quote will confirm the fare, taxes, fees, and any additional charges.
YOUR HOME AT SEA
Meet Carnival Dream.
Relax, reconnect, and enjoy the journey as much as the destination.
MORE TO ENJOY
What’s included?
From meals to moments together, there’s plenty to look forward to.
Meals
Entertainment
Pools
Fitness center
Kids activities
Live music
Family reunion activities are being planned. Laquita will share the schedule and confirm whether any activities have a separate cost.
What costs extra?
Budget separately for Wi-Fi, drink packages, specialty dining, excursions, gratuities, and other optional purchases. Once you have your booking number, sign in to your Carnival.com account to purchase excursions, drink packages, gratuities, and Wi-Fi plans.
OUR CRUISE ITINERARY
Five days. Countless memories.
Our planned route brings us together at sea and in Cozumel.
01
THU · JULY 29
NEW ORLEANS
Welcome aboard! The family boards Carnival Dream and our adventure begins.
02
FRI · JULY 30
FUN DAY AT SEA
Settle into vacation mode with ocean views, onboard fun, and time together.
03
SAT · JULY 31
COZUMEL, MEXICO
Explore the island, enjoy a shore excursion, or find your own slice of paradise.
04
SUN · AUGUST 1
FUN DAY AT SEA
Sunday morning: join the family in a private room aboard the ship. Time and location to be announced. Enjoy one more day of fun and memories together.
05
MON · AUGUST 2
NEW ORLEANS
Head home with full hearts and stories to share until we sail together again.
Itinerary supplied by the reunion organizers. Port order and times are subject to Carnival’s confirmation and may change.
A LITTLE PLANNING. A LOT OF PEACE OF MIND.
Family Reunion Q&A
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Requirements depend on citizenship and individual circumstances. Some U.S. citizens can use other approved documents on eligible closed-loop cruises, but a passport book is the most flexible option. Confirm your documents with Donna before booking. Read U.S. Customs and Border Protection guidance.
Deposits are per cabin, not per person, and are due at the time of booking to secure your cabin. Ocean View for 5 guests: $750; Balcony or Interior for 4 guests: $600; Interior for 3 guests: $450; Ocean View for 3 guests: $300; Ocean View, Balcony, or Suite for 2 guests: $300.
Final payment is due Saturday, May 1, 2027. Contact Donna if you need help with your payment.
Yes. There is no fixed payment schedule. After your booking deposit, pay in full or make installments of any amount. Your balance must be paid in full by May 1, 2027. Contact Donna at (815) 603-3060 to arrange payments.
This is a family reunion, and children are part of the celebration! Ask Donna about Carnival’s minimum age, cabin occupancy, and youth-program requirements for each child.
Your cabin, included dining venues, many entertainment options, pools, and selected onboard activities are part of the cruise experience. Optional experiences and purchases may cost extra. Donna can explain exactly what is included in your quote.
Gratuities are an additional cost unless included in your confirmed quote. Once you have your booking number, you can prepay them through your Carnival.com account. Donna can help you check your booking.
Yes. Once you have your booking number, you can purchase drink packages through your Carnival.com account. You can also purchase excursions, gratuities, and Wi-Fi plans there. Check package eligibility and terms before purchasing.
Bring comfortable clothes, swimwear, walking shoes, sun protection, and clothing for dinner. Keep travel documents, necessary medications, and first-day essentials in your carry-on. Don’t forget to pack for theme nights! Prizes will be awarded to the best dressed. Check Carnival’s current packing and prohibited-items guidance before sailing.
Bring the original travel documents required for your citizenship, age, and itinerary. Your reservation name should match your documents. Ask Donna about any additional paperwork for minors or name changes.
Once you have your booking number, sign in to your Carnival.com account to purchase excursions. Contact Donna for assistance and coordinate with Laquita if you want to explore with family members.
Please call Donna directly at (815) 603-3060 instead of booking independently online. She will help ensure your cabin is booked through the AWSM family reunion cruise block.
For cruise bookings, payments, or flights, call Donna Southward-Miller directly at (815) 603-3060. Book directly with Donna to join the family reunion cruise block. For reunion questions, call Laquita at (504) 512-1867 or email awsmfamilyreunion@gmail.com.
Absolutely! Everyone is welcome, including friends and guests who are not related. The more the merrier! Call Donna at (815) 603-3060 to book through the family reunion cruise block.
FAMILY INFO
Mark your calendar.
We’ll keep the important dates together here as they’re confirmed.
Deposit Deadline
Due at the time of booking to secure your cabin.
Flexible Payments
No fixed schedule. Pay in full or in installments of any amount after your booking deposit. Your balance must be paid in full by May 1, 2027.
Final Payment Due
Saturday, May 1, 2027
Family T-Shirt Order Deadline
To be announced
Cruise Documents Due
To be announced
NOLA Family Feast & Meet
Wednesday, July 28, 2027
At your host’s home. Contact Laquita for the time and address.
Plan your stay & stay connected.
Early arrivals: Hilton New Orleans Riverside
Two Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70130
Room block: AWSM family reunion. Room rates and cruise-parking rates for hotel guests will be announced.
Cruise parking for other guests
Reserve parking at NewOrleansParking.com. Organizer-provided rate: $17 per day; confirm the total when reserving.
Getting around New Orleans
Airport transportation includes bus, taxi, and rideshare services. View transportation options. Contact Donna for help with flights.
Join WhatsApp before boarding
Connect with the family for cruise updates and reminders. Join our family WhatsApp group before boarding.
Sunday morning family meeting
August 1, 2027, in a private room aboard the ship. Time and location to be announced.
Theme nights
Pack your outfits! Prizes will be awarded to the best dressed.
THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE IT SPECIAL
Our Family. Our Memories. Our Legacy.
Every gathering adds another chapter to our story. Revisit our family photos and look forward to the memories we’ll make in 2027.
READY TO CRUISE?
Let’s get your family on board.
Contact Donna for cabin availability and help making your reservation. Prices and deposits are per cabin, not per person. All deposits are due at booking to secure your cabin. Final payment is due Saturday, May 1, 2027.
Cruise Questions & Booking
Donna Southward-Miller
Travel Agent
InteleTravel Travel Advisor
(815) 603-3060
Donna can also assist with flights.
To reserve your cabin within the AWSM Family Reunion cruise block, please call Donna directly at (815) 603-3060. She can also assist you with flight arrangements.
Family Reunion Questions
Laquita Brooks
Coordinator
(504) 512-1867
awsmfamilyreunion@gmail.com
Sail Together. Celebrate Forever.
AWSM 2027 Family Reunion Cruise
Carnival Dream • July 29 – August 2, 2027
Reunion organized independently. Carnival Cruise Line ship imagery is used to identify the cruise experience.