cruise92bdp

Missed our first and last port due to "weather". The first port was understandable because it was crappy weather and rough seas. However, we were within swimming distance to Grand Turk and the captain decided to turn around because of high winds. I was at the front of deck 10 when we turned around and the seas were calm, with normal winds around 15kts and beautiful sunny weather. This really was a disappointment. I do not see why they could't tender people in.

The ship was EXTREMELY rocky. I have been on a few other cruises with nothing even remotely this rocky. I am not sure if it was rough seas or a crappy ship, but this was a bad experience. Luckily I do not get sea sick, but for many others this was a horrible time.

Buffet food was not good at all, it was generally cold and unappealing looking. This is a stark contrast to the dining room food which was absolutely amazing. Be sure to look out on the right side of the menu for the port of call specials, I only noticed this half way through the cruise.

The ship is terribly laid out. Random halls will be closed at random times and there are seemingly decks where you cannot go anywhere. Multiple times I ended up walking in circles wondering how to get where I want to. Deck plans didnt help because they do not show random hall closings.

Carnival needs to add waiting areas or something near dining rooms. 10 to 15 minutes before dining time, the small lobby (with no seats) becomes absolutely packed with hungry passengers.

Bars were underwhelming. There was never a large selection of specialty drinks, and the drinks do not change from day to day. The "specials" at bars are not well advertised and don't really help. Saving $1 on a $9.95 drink is still a rip off. If you want to drink, I suggest just getting the drink pass. If you only want to drink one or two days then buy buckets of beer or pitchers of margarita, these are the best bang for your buck. Bar staff was horrible at some bars and amazing at others, this needs to be improved.

Comedy shows were generally good (last comedian was not very good but the other 2 were very good). The shows were packed, Carnival should consider only having one show in the theater, then the comedy show there late at night.