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Carnival Celebration Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

shar13mel7018

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 4-6 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 21

Overall rating:

4.2 out of 5

Verified Review

7 Night Western Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: March 19, 2023

Ship: Carnival Celebration

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 15316

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 1 year ago

Review summary

So not sure what Carnival was thinking when they thought of this ship but it truly need’s tweaking There needs to be more specific activities for kids 6 - 12 Food stations like the burger and rib restaurants need to stay open much later than 5 and 6 More activities to get passengers to meet like maybe a meet and greet event The ship is huge looks great but not enough lounging cozy and quiet places to just sit and relax read a book,etc. Overall I was expecting so much more than what was there.

Embarkation

4 out of 5

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

2 out of 5

As per Carnival the food was not good at all. Buffets could be better choice of foods Specialty restaurants where good but extremely on the pricey side and sad you should have to spend such money to get a good meal

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5

For as large as this new ship is I’d have expected a lot more than there was Lots of repeats and something’s should have been done in the beginning of cruise not the end If you want people to mingle plan in the start so there’s the whole cruise to make new friendships

Entertainment

4 out of 5

Most where good

Children's Programs

4 out of 5

Kids club great Not enough specific for for elementary age

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

They were great Couldn’t do enough Tuty the coffee lady was exceptional

Ship Quality

4 out of 5

Different

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Was all great Very happy

Ship tip

Enjoy the experience

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Ports of call

Miami, Florida

4 out of 5

Cozumel, Mexico

4 out of 5

Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico

5 out of 5

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

5 out of 5

Disembarkation

5 out of 5

Easy and quick

14 Comments

Catcruise70 1 year ago

Thanks for taking the time to share your experience!

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Sogmoore 1 year ago

I think on deck 3 or 4 you can use the side deck to relax and read. Watch the waves go by.

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Razor78 1 year ago

I think you choose the wrong ship Should try Princess or Celebrity

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bakersdozen12 1 year ago

First, it’s not up to Carnival to entertain your kids. That’s your job. Second, there’s no reason why the lunch venues need to stay open late. That’s what the MDR is for: dinner. Lastly, if you want a nice place to relax on the ship invest in a nice room with a good balcony.

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Mmjay 1 year ago

I usual go to the library room to enjoy any quiet time. Thanks for your input about your cruise.

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sfcvan 1 year ago

I guess you didn't make it to Serenity. That's the area my wife goes to relax and read her book. I go and snooze while she reads.

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Gwbigdog 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing

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envy1219 1 year ago

Thank you for sharing

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lsbs 1 year ago

Thanks for your review. Looking forward to our July sailing.

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MNAndy 1 year ago

It’s not the cruise lines job to make friends for you. And I wouldn’t say the specialty restaurants are pricey, they’re a pretty good value in reality. Especially on this ship where you have 3 specialty restaurants included in your fare.

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AuntPinkie 1 year ago

Appreciate your detailed and informative opinion. Glad you mostly enjoyed your cruise.

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CruzeFan 1 year ago

There have been mixed reviews on the new ships. Many say there are too many small venues that feel cramped and overcrowded.

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hubiedubie 1 year ago

Thank you for your review

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javawoody 1 year ago

Thanks for the review of the new ship

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