Question 1

When is the cruise?

Accepted Answer

June 24–28, 2027.

Question 2

Which ship?

Accepted Answer

Carnival Mardi Gras.

Question 3

Where does it leave from?

Accepted Answer

Port Canaveral, Florida.

Question 4

Where is it going?

Accepted Answer

Scheduled visits to Half Moon Cay and Celebration Key in the Bahamas.

Question 5

How much does the cruise cost?

Accepted Answer

Early Bird packages start at $899 per person based on double occupancy.

Question 6

Is the deposit $250?

Accepted Answer

The planned starting deposit is $250 per person, subject to the applicable package and booking terms.

Question 7

Can I pay in installments?

Accepted Answer

Yes. After you pay your deposit, we send you a personal Posh link for each scheduled installment.

Question 8

Can I use Affirm?

Accepted Answer

Yes, where Affirm is enabled and offered at the Posh checkout. Approval is not guaranteed.

Question 9

Can I use Affirm on each installment?

Accepted Answer

If an installment is sold through its own eligible Posh transaction, Affirm may be available for that individual payment. Each Affirm transaction requires its own eligibility decision.

Question 10

Can I finance the entire cruise with Affirm?

Accepted Answer

Eligible guests may apply for Affirm when purchasing the full-package ticket through Posh.

Question 11

Where do I book?

Accepted Answer

All purchases are completed through Posh.

Question 12

Does the website take my payment?

Accepted Answer

No. Posh handles payment transactions, receipts, and purchase confirmations.

Question 13

Are flights included?

Accepted Answer

No.

Question 14

Does Six Stars book flights?

Accepted Answer

No. Guests are responsible for arranging and paying for their own airfare.

Question 15

Which airport should I fly into?

Accepted Answer

Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the primary recommended option.

Question 16

When should I arrive?

Accepted Answer

We recommend arriving in Florida on June 23, 2027, the day before departure.

Question 17

Are drinks included?

Accepted Answer

Only standard Carnival inclusions and explicitly confirmed package benefits apply. Beverage packages are not included unless announced.

Question 18

Can I bring someone who did not attend an HBCU?

Accepted Answer

Yes, subject to the cruise's standard guest requirements.

Question 19

Are gratuities included?

Accepted Answer

The gratuity policy will be published here once it is confirmed.

Question 20

Can I receive a refund?

Accepted Answer

Refund eligibility follows the confirmed package, Posh, travel supplier, and applicable financing terms.

Question 21

What travel documents do I need?

Accepted Answer

Please review Carnival's current official travel documentation requirements at carnival.com.

Question 22

What is included in the Six Stars experience?

Accepted Answer

Two exclusive hosted alumni events, plus the cruise accommodations and amenities described in the selected package.

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