Just OK

Carnival Celebration Cruise Review

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Reviews: 4
Helpful Votes: 174

Overall rating:

3.9 out of 5
Carnival Celebration

6 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: June 09, 2024

Ship: Carnival Celebration

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 10412

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 4 months ago

Review summary

Overall, I was not happy with the ship, or Carnival. However, that just means it was not for me and my family. Different personalities connect with different ships. I know many love this ship and Carnival, so if you have enjoyed other Carnival ships, you’ll probably enjoy this one.

Embarkation

2 out of 5
It took about 40 minutes from checking in to get on the ship. Had a wait in the waiting area that was very crowded. We had to sit on the floor due to not any seats. With all the modern technology, it would be nice to not have to use boarding passes.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

2 out of 5
Really enjoyed Guys Burgers, Pig & Anchor, Big Chicken, the Cantina, Teppanyaki and Cucina del Capitano. Unfortunately, I felt the main dining room, Lido Marketplace, and the Deli were sub par. The food just didn’t taste good and seem to be low quality ingredients. Pizza was just ok

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5
There was always something going on

Entertainment

5 out of 5
Most shows were good. Comedy was excellent and so was Amor Cubano. I do wish they had a greater variety of dancers. Seem like the same dancers were in all the shows. DJ’s were great

Children's Programs

4 out of 5

Service and Staff

4 out of 5
My room steward was great. On a whole staff and service was pretty good. There was at times staff that weren’t pleasant. Maybe because they were extra busy. Customer service was very friendly.

Ship Quality

2 out of 5
Did not care for the layout of the ship. I feel it was not designed to handle 6000 guest. There were always crowds, and you were always waiting. Constantly waiting for food, restrooms and the elevators! Elevators are small and hot. Sometimes it was easier just getting on the first available elevator and riding it all the way up or down to get to the floor you desired

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Cabin had adequate storage and bed was comfortable. Loved my balcony

Ship tip

Be patient. You will find yourself waiting in line a lot

Ports of call

Miami, Florida

5 out of 5
Miami is a lively city. Arrived the night before cruise and spent time on the Bayfront

Nassau, Bahamas

3 out of 5
Just walked through shops and a few stores. Just not a favorite port

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic

5 out of 5
Beautiful port. Did a private tour and horse back riding. Great!

Grand Turk Island

5 out of 5
Rented a cabana at Bajari Beach through Carnival. Nice relaxing day. Beach is rocky and needed water shoes

Disembarkation

1 out of 5
Very unorganized. Once again elevators were difficult to catch. Felt like cattle being herded
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8 Comments

monncheri0608     4 months ago

Thanks for sharing. Taking my first Carnival soon.

Cruisers4Lyfe     4 months ago

Thanks for sharing

mreddick     4 months ago

Thanks for sharing your experience

Gwbigdog     4 months ago

Thanks for sharing

HeavySeas     4 months ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise experience

cruising2004     4 months ago

Sorry this ship wasn’t the best fit for you. Glad you enjoyed parts of your cruise. Thank you for your review.

javawoody     4 months ago

Appreciate the post

lsbs     4 months ago

Thanks for the review.

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