Route 66 embodies the American Dream. From Chicago to Los Angeles, from wide-open plains to scorching deserts and pine forests, this iconic road is integral to the history of the USA. Established in 1926, Route 66 played an essential part in the westward migration of the 1930s. A couple of decades later, the road became famous for its mom n’ pop diners, neon signs, and quirky roadside attractions.

In 1995, the road was decommissioned and was gradually replaced by interstates. Large sections of the original route fell into disrepair. However, many of the towns remain intact, none more so than in Arizona. These days, the I-40 freeway provides easy access to many towns built along the original Route 66, allowing visitors to step back in time…

It’s not just travelers who are headed for far-flung destinations these days. Just last week, Carnival Cruise Line jumped on a growing trend—joining Explora Journeys and Virgin Voyages in the coming months—and announced plans to sail to shores where they never before have docked.

Included in the 2027 itineraries for Carnival Sunshine are Carnival Cruise Line’s first-ever visits to Africa, new destinations in Europe, and a special sailing for viewing a rare solar eclipse.

Carnival Sunshine will be sailing the Med and North Africa from the May through October 2027, departing from Spain and Italy, with calls also in Italy, Spain, France, Turkey, Montenegro—and for the first time, Tunisia and Morocco. Also on the schedule are three new stops in Europe: in Bari, Italy; Bar, Montenegro; and Ajaccio (Corsica), France…