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Carnival Dream Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

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Cruises: 7+ cruises

Reviews: 4

Helpful Votes: 105

Overall rating:

4.3 out of 5

6 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

Sail date: November 12, 2023

Ship: Carnival Dream

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 11236

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 6 months ago

Review summary

I know this is petty, but I look forward to daily puzzles and they were only putting them out every couple of days and none until day 3. Lots of things started late or just didn't show up where it said it would be. Really really out of character for Carnival, but this was Tyler's first cruise on this boat as Cruise Director so maybe that was why. Some of the dining service was so bad. One night (elegant night I think) the service was so slow that 2 different tables next to us left! Lots of broken laundry facilities and spa facilities. Pleasantly surprised that the food quality had improved quite a bit since our last trip on the dream a couple of months prior. Sushi restaurant was excellent.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

all steps went as smoothly as could be expected with little wait times

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5

quality was better than our trip on the Dream in Aug/Sept but wait/service not so great

Bonsai Sushi Bar

5 out of 5

Not the best service but it was busy when we went. Food quality was excellent! And super affordable! They even made us a take out order for the room. Recommend!

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5

didn't get to do as much as we'd liked but good overall

Entertainment

3 out of 5

there were quite a few technical blips and the performers in the theater were off just a bit in almost every show but comedians and bands were great!

Service and Staff

4 out of 5

not the best service we've received on cruises

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Excellent! There were 4 girls in this cabin with plenty of space and especially storage! A/C worked perfectly. Bunks were good.

Ports of call

Galveston, Texas

5 out of 5

Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico

3 out of 5

Been here twice. Not my favorite. But they are doing lots of construction as a newish port so hopefully will be better in the future. Lots of pushy vendors. Lots of trash. Terrible roads. Krazy Lobster was the highlight. Maybe will try beach next time. To be honest, the cruise port (the area for cruisers, shopping, etc without going into town) was EXCELLENT, pretty, lots to see and do with pools and shopping and music and massages (beach area I think)....great area! Probably just hang out there next time! Ventured out hoping cheaper would be better, but you get what you pay for I guess. Wanted a little more authentic culture but still ended up in a tourist area.

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Belize City, Belize

4 out of 5

Did city and zoo tour with a last minute tour company. Went well. Guide also took us to eat at a place on the water that was awesome. We like Belize just fine and hope they don't remove it as a port for Carnival! Been here several times and want to see and do more there! Take bug spray lol!

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Cozumel, Mexico

5 out of 5

Always love Cozumel

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