Great Room and Islands, Food Lack Luster in Some Areas
Carnival Celebration Cruise Review to Caribbean - Southern
8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)
Sail date: August 12, 2023
Ship: Carnival Celebration
Cabin type: Suite
Cabin number: 12515
Traveled as: Family (young children)
Reviewed: 1 year ago
Review summary
I recently had the opportunity to dine at a certain establishment, and my food experience was a rollercoaster of emotions. While there were standout moments, there were also disappointing aspects that I cannot ignore. Let's start with the negative side of things: the buffets. Sadly, they were a letdown. The variety they promised was overshadowed by the lackluster quality of the dishes. It felt like quantity was prioritized over quality, resulting in a bland and uninspiring selection. This was especially disheartening as buffets are often expected to be a delightful indulgence of various flavors. Additionally, the main dining room experience fell short of expectations. It lacked the usual charm and excellence that I had come to associate with it from previous visits. However, the review isn't all grim. There were definite highlights in the culinary journey. The burger and chicken place stole the show with their excellent offerings. The flavors were on point, and the execution was impeccable. It's refreshing to see that amidst the disappointments, there were spots that still delivered on taste and satisfaction. Another positive aspect was the secondary restaurants that came without an additional cost. These eateries exceeded expectations and provided a much-needed respite from the earlier letdowns. The fact that you could only visit these establishments once each, due to recent changes, was a downside though. These were the spots that offered decent food without the burden of extra charges, making the dining experience more affordable and enjoyable. In summary, my food experience at this establishment was a mixture of highs and lows. The buffets and main dining room were sorely disappointing, failing to deliver the culinary excellence they had promised. On the brighter side, the burger and chicken place, along with the complimentary secondary restaurants, provided a glimmer of culinary delight. The recent change of restricting visits to these secondary restaurants is a letdown, as they were the saving grace in an otherwise underwhelming food lineup. With improvements in some areas and reconsideration of recent changes, this establishment could once again become a must-visit for food enthusiasts.Embarkation
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Bonaire, Netherlands Special Municipality
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