October 2023 - 15 Night Carnival Journeys - Hawaii (Los Angeles Roundtrip) Cruise on Carnival Miracle
TamiGabelElam
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Joined 02/2014
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Helpful VotesI love to read, cross stitch, spend time with family and pets and I love to travel. My goal is to fill my passport.
Past cruises
October 2022 - 13 Night Carnival Journeys Transatlantic - Westbound (Lisbon To Tampa) Cruise on Carnival Pride
October 2022 - 9 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome To Lisbon) Cruise on Carnival Pride
October 2022 - 10 Night Italy & The Greek Isles (Rome Roundtrip) Cruise on Carnival Pride
December 2021 - 7 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) Cruise on Carnival Vista
March 2020 - 5 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) Cruise on Carnival Paradise
February 2019 - 12 Night Southern Caribbean Carnival Journeys (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise on Carnival Glory
February 2018 - 8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise on Carnival Vista
February 2017 - 7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip) Cruise on Carnival Dream
February 2016 - 8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) Cruise on Carnival Sunshine
February 2015 - 12 Night Southern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale To Galveston) Cruise on Carnival Freedom
February 2014 - 8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Cruise on Carnival Freedom
For a first time cruise...this one was GREAT!!!
Carnival Freedom
Sail date: February 08, 2014
For a first time cruise...this one was GREAT!!!
I've wanted to go on a cruise for a very long time. Try talking a seasoned Navy man, with over 3,000 days at sea into going on an 8 day cruise. I got to choose the cruise line, the ship and the itenerary for our 25th anniversary. I was a little apprehensive after all the sick bru-ha-ha reputation that Carnival has gotten over the last few years. I was in awe of the ship at first sight, and I was even more impressed at our balconey stateroom. I was suprised at how roomy it was. My husband had so much fun, that he'd like to take the whole family next time. We both loved the food, the service and the activities. I'd retire early and he'd head to the cigar bar or aft to enjoy a good cigar and a glass (or two, or three) of bourbon. We met some great people, made some new friends and enjoyed watching all the people.
Over all, we were impressed at the great quality of the buffet food, the friendliness of the staff how everything was just what we wanted. The only thing I wouldn't do again is the Sun King Steakhouse. Yes...the food was great and so was the service, but eating in the Chic restaraunt was just as good and I didn't have to pay extra for it.
I recommend eating at the anytime seating and not being shy eating at "sharing" tables. We met some great people. The food was exceptional, and I liked the fact that I could get one or more starters, desserts, etc. My husband loved the 24 hr. pizza. It was great!!!
I can't wait to go on our next cruise. We had a very good experience, learned some things not to do and learned some things to do next time.
Psst...here's a secret we learned. While giving our bags to the porters, they told us that they knew passangers snuck alcohol in their luggage all the time. They overlooked a bottle or two. So next time we're taking more bottles...still be careful what you pack and try to get on board.
Cruise tips
This island had the most hawkers trying to get your business, but it wasn't too bad.
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
There were beautiful parts and parts that were full of trash.
Don't wander too far off the beaten path...it gets a little sketchy.
Carnival Freedom
Unless you're swimming with dolphins or zip lining...negotiate with the local taxi drivers to take you on island tours. You'll usually get a better deal on shore.
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I've wanted to go on a cruise for a very long time. Try talking a seasoned Navy man, with over 3,000 days at sea into going on an 8 day cruise. I got to choose the cruise line, the ship and the itenerary for our 25th anniversary. I was a little apprehensive after all the sick bru-ha-ha reputation that Carnival has gotten over the last few years. I was in awe of the ship at first sight, and I was even more impressed at our balconey stateroom. I was suprised at how roomy it was. My husband had so much fun, that he'd like to take the whole family next time. We both loved the food, the service and the activities. I'd retire early and he'd head to the cigar bar or aft to enjoy a good cigar and a glass (or two, or three) of bourbon. We met some great people, made some new friends and enjoyed watching all the people.
Over all, we were impressed at the great quality of the buffet food, the friendliness of the staff how everything was just what we wanted. The only thing I wouldn't do again is the Sun King Steakhouse. Yes...the food was great and so was the service, but eating in the Chic restaraunt was just as good and I didn't have to pay extra for it.
I recommend eating at the anytime seating and not being shy eating at "sharing" tables. We met some great people. The food was exceptional, and I liked the fact that I could get one or more starters, desserts, etc. My husband loved the 24 hr. pizza. It was great!!!
I can't wait to go on our next cruise. We had a very good experience, learned some things not to do and learned some things to do next time.
Psst...here's a secret we learned. While giving our bags to the porters, they told us that they knew passangers snuck alcohol in their luggage all the time. They overlooked a bottle or two. So next time we're taking more bottles...still be careful what you pack and try to get on board.