Kids Love Seuss at Sea on Carnival Cruise Line


Carnival Cruise Line’s Seuss at Sea program turns cruising into a topsy-turvy tale straight from Dr. Seuss himself  where Thing 1 and Thing 2 dance through the halls and the Cat in the Hat hosts breakfast! From story time to parades, it’s a whimsical adventure your kids will never forget!
If you have a little one who loves colorful characters, silly stories, and big adventures, cruising with Carnival is a must-do! Every Carnival Cruise Line ship offers a splash of whimsy with its Seuss at Sea program, a partnership with Dr. Seuss Enterprises that brings beloved characters and stories to life right on board! Best of all, this magical experience is included on every Carnival ship, with the special breakfast available to book for a small fee ($15) through your cruise planner.

Storytime & Dr. Seuss Bookville


Bookville is cozy reading room filled with Dr. Seuss books and other toys. It was open from about 10am-10pm daily. There were hardly any other families in it when we used it. Parents used it for a safe place to let their babies crawl around. I loved that it gave my toddler a quiet, kid-friendly spot to browse stories, build with giant blocks, climb on the mats and foam blocks. The Camp Ocean crew read beloved Dr. Seuss stories with dramatic flair and silly voices that had the kids laughing nonstop. For us, it was a perfect mix of entertainment and calm, and my little one sat and listened intently. It's open all the time if parents need to utitlize it like we did, before bed time to get out that extra energy, or before naptime to read a story together. 

One day, they read Green Eggs and Ham, and Sam I Am came in. There were only about 10-15 kids here for story time, so it wasn't rushed at all!

Sam I Am at Story Time

Birthday Breakfast with Thing 1 & Thing 2

This themed birthday party themed breakfast is pure fun! Seuss-inspired decor, kid-friendly foods, and of course, appearances by the dynamic duo themselves, plus Cat in the Hat and Sam I Am. My toddler was absolutely enchanted as the characters roamed around the dining room, took photos, and handed out high-fives.The menu is themed as Dr. Seuss stories, and everyone gets a piece of rainbow birthday cake. You can book this experience in the Carnival app before your cruise or sign up onboard. It's only $15 per person. There is an earlier and a later seating time. It usually happens once per cruise and they fill up quickly. 






Seuss-a-palooza Parade

Throughout the cruise, we caught several meet-and-greets with our favorite Seuss characters. The characters were so friendly and patient, perfect for toddlers who sometimes take a few seconds to warm up. The character parade was another can’t-miss event. Watching all the characters march down the  together, waving and interacting with kids, was so cute. The kids all join in the parade with musical instruments, pom poms, and flags. 


Seuss Books Come to Life on Stage

We attended a lively onstage dance party followed by a super cute Green Eggs and Ham play, which was so cute and interactive!

Overall, Seuss at Sea on Carnival was a huge hit for my toddler! It brought the joy, silliness, and heart of Dr. Seuss to life in a way that made our cruise extra special. Every little detail was thoughtfully designed to create smiles for kids and grown-ups, too! It's a way have a child-centered fun with some characters, beside crusing on Disney Cruise Line.

If you’re cruising with littles, I’d absolutely recommend Carnival Celebration (especially other Excel Class ships) for the Seuss at Sea programming. It’s one of those experiences that you and your little one will remember long after you’re back on land. I also highly recommend the Family Harbor section on the ship. 

If you'd like to start planning your cruise vacation, contact us tody for a free price quote and planning help. 

"You can find magic, wherever you look. Sit back and relax, all you need is a book." - Dr. Seuss

Summer Squires is a cruise expert specializing in family and group cruises for all cruise lines. She has cruised with her kids on Carnival, Royal Caribbean, and Disney. She is a gold level VIFP on Carnival Cruise Line and has written many blogs about their ships and islands. 

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