Conference to take place aboard Carnival Festivale, featuring visits to Carnival’s exclusive destinations

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (August 13, 2026) – Dream Vacations® announced that its 2027 National Conference will take place October 24-30, 2027, aboard Carnival Cruise Line’s new Carnival Festivale, sailing from Port Canaveral, Fla. The announcement was made during the company’s Kansas City Regional Training event, generating excitement among franchise owners and travel advisors eager to experience Carnival’s newest ship.

The weeklong conference will feature a unique itinerary that includes visits to Celebration Key, RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, The Bahamas, and Amber Cove, Dominican Republic, giving attendees the opportunity to experience Carnival’s premier destinations while participating in one of the travel industry’s most comprehensive educational events at sea.

“One of the things that makes our National Conference so valuable is that it gives our travel advisors the opportunity to experience the industry’s newest ships firsthand,” said Drew Daly, senior vice president and general manager of Dream Vacations®. “We’re thrilled to partner with Carnival Cruise Line and bring our network aboard Carnival Festivale in 2027.

The unique itinerary will allow attendees to experience several of Carnival’s exclusive destinations while combining hands-on product knowledge with a week of education, networking and unforgettable experiences. When our advisors return home, they’re able to speak from personal experience and provide even better guidance to their clients.”

Carnival Festivale, Carnival Cruise Line’s newest Excel-class ship, will feature several first-of-their-kind experiences for the brand, including Sunsation Point, a three-deck outdoor family zone and Carnival’s largest waterpark at sea. The ship’s innovative design, expanded entertainment offerings and new dining concepts will provide attendees with an immersive look at one of the cruise industry’s most highly anticipated new vessels.

“We’re honored that Dream Vacations selected Carnival Festivale for its 2027 National Conference,” said Janet Wygert, senior vice president of trade sales and marketing for Carnival Cruise Line. “This event is about bringing people together, building relationships and celebrating a shared passion for travel. We can’t wait to welcome the network aboard and give them a firsthand look at what makes Carnival the most fun vacation at sea.”

Recognized as one of the industry’s most anticipated travel advisor events, the annual National Conference brings together franchise owners, associates, supplier partners and headquarters team members for immersive education, business-building workshops, networking opportunities and special events. Attendees gain firsthand insights into industry trends, supplier products, marketing strategies and sales techniques designed to help them grow their businesses.

In addition to educational content, attendees can look forward to networking events, supplier engagement opportunities, fundraising activities supporting Make-A-Wish®, and exclusive experiences throughout the sailing.

The 2026 Dream Vacations National Conference will take place aboard Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas in October 2026, bringing together travel advisors from across North America for another week of education, innovation and connection.

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About Dream Vacations

Dream Vacations is a home-based travel agency franchise that gives its advisors everything they need to plan smooth and memorable vacations for their clients— all while delivering great value. As part of World Travel Holdings and a proud member of the International Franchise Association, Dream Vacations has earned top honors, including franchise partner of the year from major cruise lines. The franchise is also nationally recognized for its strong commitment to supporting military veterans. For more details, visit www.DreamVacationsFranchise.com. You can also connect with Dream Vacations on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.