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| Nick Offerman stars in Carnival’s new “Find Your Fun Again” campaign / Carnival Cruise Line |
Nick Offerman Wants America to “Find Your Fun Again” — And Carnival Cruise Line Is Ready to Help
By Ciara Perez, Senior Multimedia Correspondent
iSkyNews.com (ISC News) – Published December 7, 2025
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If there was ever a time when America needed a little more laughter, a little more sunshine, and a whole lot more fun, it’s now. Carnival Cruise Line clearly agrees, and they’re diving into 2026 with a bold new message: “Find Your Fun Again.” And guess who’s leading the charge? None other than Emmy-winning actor, woodworker, and master deadpan legend Nick Offerman.
The campaign marks the first major push under Carnival’s new brand platform, “Carnival Is Calling,” unveiled on Nov. 1. It’s more than a slogan — it’s an invitation. An invitation to step away from the everyday grind, trade stress for sea breezes, and rediscover the joy that comes naturally when the ship leaves the shore.
And Offerman, with his rugged charm and perfectly timed seriousness, is the “unlikely hero of fun” no one knew they needed.
A Gruff Craftsman… Who Found His Grin
Offerman’s role in the campaign taps into his real-life roots. Raised in a family of cruisers and longtime Carnival fans, he blends genuine affection for the brand with his signature wry humor.
He may look like a man who carves canoes from ancient timber in complete silence (and he probably does), but Carnival unlocks a different side of him — the one with a mischievous streak and a grin he pretends he doesn't have.
The ads, co-written with Offerman’s own Parks and Recreation writing team, lean fully into that persona. They’re warm, cheeky, and unmistakably Offerman.
“We believe Nick Offerman is the best person to be our ‘unlikely hero of fun.’ His signature blend of wry humor and credibility is the perfect way to deliver our message,” said Amy Martin Ziegenfuss, chief marketing officer of Carnival Cruise Line. “Nick’s personal mission, which aims to get kids off their screens and start creating projects, aligns with our vision of encouraging people to get out, reconnect and find their fun again, with Carnival.”
In a world glued to screens and short on genuine connection, the campaign feels refreshingly simple: step outside, step onboard, and feel alive again.
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| Nick Offerman stars in Carnival’s new “Find Your Fun Again” campaign / Carnival Cruise Line |
A New Chapter in Carnival’s Celebrity Legacy
Offerman joins a pretty stacked lineup of Carnival partners — from Shaquille O’Neal and Guy Fieri to Emeril Lagasseand Jonathan Bennett. And of course, Carnival royalty Kathie Lee Gifford, whose iconic commercials helped introduce cruising to millions of Americans in the 1980s and 90s.
Carnival has always understood the value of fun, and choosing Offerman adds a new layer: humor with heart, delivered by someone who doesn’t need to “sell” fun — he just crafts it.
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| Nick Offerman stars in Carnival’s new “Find Your Fun Again” campaign / Carnival Cruise Line |
The Team Behind the Campaign
This project was brought to life by a powerhouse collaboration including:
- Cabin
- Carnival Cruise Line
- Coffee & TV
- EG+Team
- Initiative
- Meredith Jenks Photography
- O Positive
- Omnicom Production
- TBWA\Chiat\Day NY
The result is a campaign that feels clever, cinematic, and deeply human — exactly what Carnival was aiming for.
Why This Campaign Matters for Travelers
The timing couldn’t be better. People are craving experiences — real ones. Not just scrolling, not just wishing. Carnival’s ships, with their endless entertainment, island escapes, family bonding moments, and zero-stress days, remain some of the most accessible and joyful vacation options out there.
Offerman isn’t telling anyone to party harder — he’s nudging America to reconnect with joy. To laugh again. To pause, breathe, and let the ocean do its work.
And honestly? He might be the perfect person to say it.
Ready to Find Your Fun Again?
For more information or to book your next Carnival adventure:
📞 Call 1-800-CARNIVAL
🌐 Visit: https://www.carnival.com
📍 Or reach out to your favorite travel advisor or online booking site
About the Author
Ciara Perez is a former Carnival Cruise Lines staff member who lived and worked aboard multiple ships for years. She has sailed on more than 140 Carnival cruises, exploring ports across the Caribbean, Mexico, Alaska, and beyond. Ciara is a lifelong traveler, photographer, and storyteller who believes the ocean can fix almost anything. She continues to write about travel, cruise life, and adventure from her home base — though her heart is always somewhere at sea.
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