CARNIVAL CORPORATION & PLC CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Parenthetical) (USD $) In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	May 31, 2012	Nov. 30, 2011
Common stock
Common stock, par value	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized	1,960	1,960
Common stock, shares issued	649	647
Treasury stock, shares	52	52
Ordinary shares
Common stock, par value	$ 1.66	$ 1.66
Common stock, shares issued	215	215
Treasury stock, shares	33	33