Santa’s Wish List Unveils His Desire for Fun on a Carnival Cruise Ship

In a surprising development at the North Pole headquarters, we caught Santa in the act of creating a different type of list — one not intended for children, elves, or reindeer. Instead, this time, the big guy was crafting a personal “Wish List” of his own, showcasing a holiday season that pushed even him to the edge. Rather than toys and trains, his notes show a Santa longing for something he seldom prioritizes: fun for himself.

We collaborated directly with the North Pole Director of Post-Holiday Cheer, who verified that the list was penned in Santa’s own handwriting, adorned with cookie crumbs, emphatic underlines, and a few smudges from candy canes. Among the most surprising items were: “Slay on a ship, not sleigh all night,” “Fun that doesn’t require squeezing down a chimney with a bad back,” and “Sleep. The kind you don’t need to set an alarm for.” One elf expressed concern, admitting, “I had to call in the GOAT … Mrs. Claus.”

Mrs. Claus wasn’t taken aback by the entries on the list, which included “A chef-prepared dining experience,” “No chimneys. Zero,” and the dramatic plea, “Reindeer on PTO. Please. I beg.” She has observed the strain of the holiday rush and has been encouraging Santa to take care of himself for a change. “He gives so much,” she shared with us. “But even Santa deserves fun that isn’t part of the job.”

Multiple mentions of Carnival Cruise Line were circled twice alongside notes about sunshine, waterslides, and laughter without deadlines. Perhaps the most relatable entry? “No lists.” If this draft is any hint, Santa is gearing up for the kind of effortless fun that prioritizes him, waiting for an upcoming Carnival getaway.

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