Great 30th Birthday Aboard Carnival Breeze!

Carnival Breeze Cruise Review to Caribbean - Southern

capitalkyle

Contributor Level: Second Mate

Cruises: 4-6 cruises

Reviews: 3

Helpful Votes: 132

Overall rating:

4 out of 5

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8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: January 16, 2016

Ship: Carnival Breeze

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 2264

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 8 years ago

Review summary

This was my first Carnival cruise, and for my 30th birthday a few friends and I decided to do the 6-night western Caribbean itinerary which stopped at Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman and Cozumel.

The Breeze is a great ship. She's now 4 years old but in amazing shape. I have heard stories about the over-the-top decor on Carnival ships, but Breeze's decor is wonderful. Simple, modern with a touch of sophistication. Having been on mostly larger ships before this, I thought the size of Breeze was just right. It's big enough to fit lots of different restaurants and venues but not so big that you feel like you don't have time to see everything.

Food on the Breeze was great! From the main dining room to the steakhouse to the lido deck offerings like Guy's Burgers and Blue Iguana mexican food, I thought everything was delicious and I would not hesitate to have any of it again. For my birthday we were also fortunate enough to experience the Chef's Table. The whole experience from beginning to end was fabulous and it was the perfect way to mark a special occasion. The table is right in the middle of one of the main kitchens (between the main dining rooms) and the service was impeccable. We also learned how to make that famous Chocolate Melting Cake!

Our stateroom on the Breeze was a Cove Balcony (Deck 2). I firmly believe that these cabins are the ship's hidden gem. The rates are lesser than that of a "normal" balcony stateroom, but the location and the VIEW are so much better. The view from almost all of the traditional balconies on the Breeze look straight down onto the Deck 5 lanai, so you do not have a view of the water looking straight down. Cove balconies are located underneath that deck as well as the lifeboats, so your view straight down is into the water. The proximity to the water is just magical. If you cruise to feel connected to the sea and to enjoy the breathtaking views, a cove balcony is for you!

My philosophy when it comes to cruising is that there are so many ships out there to try it would take something truly exceptional for me to want to go back on the same ship twice. With Breeze, I would at least consider doing another cruise!

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

Food was good to very good. Simply cannot beat the selection of complimentary food options available on Breeze.

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5

Entertainment

1 out of 5

We felt that the entertainment (stage shows) offered on Breeze were subpar to those we've seen on Royal Caribbean.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Staff were excellent. Truly happy people who seemed to want everyone to be having the best time possible on their vacation.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Ship tip

Best spot for sail-away is a "secret" public area right above the bridge. Go to the fwd elevators & go to Deck 9. Walk all the way fwd on the port side and you will find a door out to a "secret" public space on the front of the ship. Since it is over the bridge you can go out on the bridge wings.

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18 Comments

Gwbigdog 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing.

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denisebryantszymanski 8 years ago

Nice to hear...we were on the breeze in 2013 and am going again on March 26th and April 3rd of 2016 for back to backs in the same balcony cabin. Was worried from some comments that the ship wasn't in that great of shape. Glad to hear you say it was great!!

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cindyolvera 8 years ago

I'm also booked for a cove balcony, I'm very excited! I read a review about room 2306, which is also the room I'm booked in, he said it was noisy with loud banging, luckily we are heavy sleepers so it shouldn't be a problem but even if it wakes me up...woo hoo! I get to start my day earlier!!!

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debbmike 8 years ago

Great review. Coves are the best! We've done the Chef's table twice so far. I think it's about time again :)

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rhonda6662 8 years ago

We have cove balcony booked for Sept 2016. Leaving out of Galveston, TX. We also book balcony but never the cove. I have been told some cove balconies are more noisey than others. Check with cruise line to see what is above certain rooms. Like kitchen, gulley etc are busy all night.

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Marsbarcruisers 8 years ago

We just upgraded to a cove balcony. I can't wait and will take my chances I guess. Gets too loud I will just go sit on balcony. Haha. I think the view and experience of being that close to the water will be awesome. Good luck.

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DKandLISA 8 years ago

When I was looking to chose our next cruise on the Breeze, I heard from others on the ship that sons of the cove balconies were noisy because of the location of the ovation theater, atrium ect. May I ask which cove balcony you had?

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echrista86 8 years ago

We were on a the same cruise also in a cove balcony 😀. I agree with everything you said!

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Marsbarcruisers 8 years ago

Nice review. I would agree with you, it's an awesome ship. We've sailed her every year, 13' 14' 15' and now 16'. Knowing she's going to TX very soon makes me sad but looking forward to welcoming Vista!!! The Aft balcony on Breeze has been my favorite! Loved it!!!!! We backed right into Falmouth with a perfect view. Haha

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carnival186535 8 years ago

Why 4 stars and not 5. All of your review was good and you only gave it a 4 star rating, if I were you I would give it a'5 stars.

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mimi311 8 years ago

Thanks for the review, I too will be in the cove balcony in 16 days. I really enjoy a balcony, the fresh air, sounds, scenery and serenity. I'm curious of your thoughts on the ports, any advice would help. We booked a few excursions but don't want to miss the must sees.

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thurtow 8 years ago

Great review!!! I'm in a cove balcony on the Breeze in July. I've always booked balconies, but never a cove. I'm even more excited after reading your review.

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Snyderm 8 years ago

What a fabulous review! We sail on the Breeze on June and also booked the Chef's Table. I'm glad that you included that in your review. 😊

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jburns0228 8 years ago

Thanks, Kyle...I board the Breeze in a little over two weeks, and will also be in a cove balcony, so I am glad to hear that you enjoy the ship and the cabin.

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browneyedgirl 8 years ago

I really liked the Breeze as well. Sounds like you had a great birthday! 🎉🎂🎈🎁

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annt 8 years ago

Awesome!! I have cruised before on Carnival Conquest with an inside room and loved everything . My next cruise is June 19th on the Breeze with a cove balcony and now i really can't wait!!!

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140jmr 8 years ago

So glad you had a good time. I leave this Sunday and have a cove balcony, can't wait!

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laurawj 8 years ago

Wow. Sounds awesome. Excited to be going on the Breeze in March. First time sailing with Carnival.

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