Carnival Dream Cruise Reviews - Questions and Answers
75 Carnival Dream traveler questions & answers
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Q: If I have drinks free on board, if I want a soda, does that come free too? Or do I need to buy the bubbles pkg,
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A: if you have the cheers package the sodas are included
Answered by jvazquez9517 on July 17, 2022
A: yes, sodas included.Sodas, Zero-Proof frozen cocktails, energy drinks, specialty coffee, hot tea, 500ml bottled water and other non-alcoholic bottled beverages
Answered by jvazquez9517 on July 17, 2022
A: You will need to purchase the bubbles package. Soft drinks are not free.
Answered by kashandra on July 17, 2022
A: Depends on cruise company. Norwegian drink package includes soft drinks. Not sure about the others.
Answered by woody20 on July 17, 2022
Q: We’re headed to Galveston at the end of July on a Saturday morning to board the Dream. We haven’t been there in 10 years. Coming in the night before doesn’t work for us. Does anyone have any information and tips about the ferry coming into Galveston? Wait times? Best time to catch it? Is it easier to drop off luggage and then park? We’re coming in from Louisiana and don’t want to go near Houston or deal with 45.
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A: The back way to Bolivar Peninsula ferry will add two hours to the trip. Did it last week and waited in the ferry line for an hour and this was on a Wednesday so add longer for a weekend. i10 to 45 south is the best route. Make a parking reservation... at lighthouse parking and they will take you and your luggage to the terminal . Come on in to Galveston on 87 (45) turn left on 29th. To lighthouse. Have a blast…See More
Answered by jimbo502 on July 9, 2022
A: we are coming from that direction and always go down Hwy 146 at Mt Belvieu (before Baytown). It will run into I45 right at Galveston.We do this everytime. Head down Broadway (it is what 45 turns into once on the island). Depending on where you are p... arking will determine which street you head down to the port on. Usually 23rd to 25th Street or even Kempner are good choices. If you want to ride the ferry, do it on your way home, if you have the time.See More
Answered by jkstafford on July 10, 2022
A: There is a lot of construction on Hwy 146 around Kemah that can stack up before Nasa Rd 1 heading South, that you should be mindful of.
Answered by cruisinKell on July 10, 2022
A: If you have the time (2 hrs+) the back way is a more relaxing and scenic drive. Ferry website: https://www.txdot.gov/driver/travel/ferry-schedules.html
Answered by cruisinKell on July 10, 2022
A: The Galveston ferry has a Twitter page. Wait times are updated several times a day. No app or account necessary.
Answered by daisydoozy on July 9, 2022
A: On a Saturday you really shouldn’t have any trouble getting around/through Houston. If you just come in to the loop on the East side of town (Beltway 8/Sam Houston toll), south to 45 — you’re already south of Houston. 45 through Webster, league city... isn’t terrible. No idea about the ferry, sorry.See More
Answered by Texasmom22 on July 9, 2022
A: https://www.portnola.com/cruise/parking-directionsHopefully that helps.Be aware cruise terminal parking options can be expensive. I'm paying something like 80 for my 5 day in Galveston. I think I paid like 95 (cheaper lot too) for my 7 day in march.... Sadly parking somewhere else and taking an uber or something isn't any cheaper and they know this.See More
Answered by phox1515 on July 1, 2022
A: We use lighthouse parking and have never had an issue.
Answered by Luv2Cruise2014 on July 2, 2022
A: I meant port parking. they sometimes will have a discount code. You just go online and pay then print it off and bring it when you park
Answered by mary0909 on July 2, 2022
A: We’ve used portparking.com several times. Covered indoor parking and they have a shuttle to the ships. It’s within easy walking distance of the port, which I like.
Answered by bluewatermoon on July 2, 2022
A: There are quite a few options in Galveston. I suggest go online and look for your needs. We use Cruise parking .We drop our luggage and take the shuttle to the ship
Answered by mary0909 on July 2, 2022
Q: Does the ship have cornhole games? My husband wanted to know. I didn’t see any people mention it but he wanted me to ask.
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A: There is the possibility the FunSquad will have a couple of competitions usinga portable version of that game but if looking for a "permanent" set up like they sometimes have for shuffle board or ping-pong that a no.
Answered by maryred on May 21, 2022
A: I have seen it on the Breeze, actual competition but on the deck of the rum bar but never on the dream.
Answered by mary0909 on May 21, 2022
Q: My husband takes a lot of medication and I have it separated daily in containers. My question is: do I need to bring his actual bottles from the pharmacy? He had so many bottles and don’t want to take up more room. Thanks in advance
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A: Nope. All of mine are separated in a morning/evening container. No issue. Just remember to put them in your carry on, just in case your big suitcase gets misplaced or delayed. Thanks
Answered by Carnivalfoodie on May 21, 2022
A: To be on the safe side, just take a photo of each of your prescriptions.... normally not checked anyway
Answered by stevesea on June 22, 2022
A: If any of the pills are on the Schedule 2 list then it's best to bring just those in their original prescription container. That way if the CBP port dogs (or TSA if flying) hit on the controlled substance you will have on hand the fastest way to prov... e legitimacy.See More
Answered by maryred on May 21, 2022
A: I take quite a bit of meds and I've never had to bring the bottles. just have them separated in the daily containers. I also bring and extra container (1 week) filled, just in case
Answered by jkstafford on June 24, 2022
A: always bring a list of your meds, usually a printout from your doctors in case there is an emergency the medics know what to give you and there are no drugs that counteract with treatment.
Answered by FunShipTraveler on October 4, 2022
A: Seaday Brunch is the best. it offers a mixture of lunch and breakfast and you can get steak for free on seaday Brunch. It usually last from 8:30 am to 1:30pm.
Answered by lamont1972 on May 30, 2022
A: Everyday. But days at sea they have Seaday Brunch which last until around 1pm I believe
Answered by mary0909 on May 15, 2022
A: Everyday but extra special days are your Sea days with no port stops Seaday brunch last till around 1pm I think.
Answered by mary0909 on May 15, 2022
A: Port days they also offer an “express brunch” in the MDR. Guarantee to have you out of there in like 20 minutes or something like that. It’s pretty good.
Answered by Luv2Cruise2014 on August 2, 2022
A: A case of bottled water can be purchased from Carnival before the cruise starts or throughout the trip for your room. As many as you need about $5 per case. No bottled water can be carried on board when checking in.Unopen distilled water for CPAP mac... hine can be brought on board during check-in but must be with your carry on/ machine. I normally buy that on board the 1st day for $5 a gallon.See More
Answered by Gladis50 on April 25, 2022
Q: I got vaccinated but not sure if the time will be up to get the booster, can I still do the home test? And do I just take the test with me or how does that work?
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A: Then 2 days prior to sailing, using the Shipper's website contact the proctor center for your telemed oversight. Don't forget that each person 14 and older will need the own account on the separate Navica app. The proctor are are avaliable 24/7/365 e... ven on holidays.See More
Answered by maryred on April 23, 2022
A: After following the proctor's instructions on taking the test the results card take 15 minutes to fully react. Lab tech will then verify the results with you, and within 5 minutes you will have a QR code on the Navica App & within an hour a fully pr... intable report via email.See More
Answered by maryred on April 23, 2022
A: The option to use the Abbott BinaxNow Covid 19 AG Test Card is open to any fully vaccinated passenger sailing with Carnival. After receiving the test kits from either eMed or optum, remembering not to open the individual boxes, inspect them for curso... ry damage, if fine just put them aside, otherwise contact the shipper for refund or replacement.See More
Answered by maryred on April 23, 2022
Q: does any one know why costa maya has such a late arrival it's scheduled for 1 pm to 8pm March 2023
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A: I'm not sure of the reasoning behind the schedule, but watching the sun set on the beach is pretty darn cool 😉
Answered by cwhaefs on April 20, 2022
A: Carnival's site is very specific. if you are fully vaccinated and are eligible for the first booster but have not received it, testing is 2 days. if up to date, eligible and received booster, it is 3 days. check the site regularly since rules ar... e changing almost weekly.See More
Answered by DACruiser57 on April 15, 2022
A: We sailed last month and 2 of our cruise companions had to retest at the port because they tested 3 days out, that being said, they were up to date , meaning they had both received there first and second vaccine in February which means they wouldn’t... have been eligible for a booster yet, and they still made them retest which was very stressful to say the least. They said it should have been 2 days 🙄Either they need to clarify or they need to train the staff better about this issue. If you have just gotten vaccinated for the first time recently why wouldn’t you be able to test at 3 days, makes no sense. Also we had VeriFLY and all we had to do was show that and our boarding pass, another one of our cruise companions had to show everything on paper even though he had VeriFLY, needless to say he had the same staff member as our retested companions. 😵See More
Answered by lisapanayotoff on April 15, 2022
A: It's 3 days out if you're boosted and 2 days if not. Just sailed the Dream last month and my wife and I took ours 3 days out we had no problems at check in, again we both have taken the booster.
Answered by sfcvan on April 16, 2022
A: Three days if fully vaccinated and boosted. Two days if fully vaccinated but no booster. At least that’s what it was last week 🧚🏾🧜🏾♂️
Answered by Carnivalfoodie on April 15, 2022
A: 2 days before departure day, no matter what- even if you’ve been vaccinated and boosted 10 x. We sail on a Saturday and so we’ll get tested on Thursday.
Answered by bmastin67 on April 15, 2022
Q: I heard that they’re putting covid positive people on the second floor is this true? I only ask cuz we’re already on the second floor.
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A: Currently a ship has to keep aside a set number of Red Zone cabins for passengers in case there are any + tests done after boarding. Ships are reserving part of a single deck (either 1/2 to the whole starboard or port side). The area will most likely... be shuttered using the fire doors even if none of the cabins are occupied during a sailing. Crew quarantine is being done below passenger occupied level.See More
Answered by maryred on March 20, 2022
A: Yes. It was one of our favorites 😀. Most of them that we looked into, you had to stay on a walking trail. But this one allowed you to climb them which was exciting.
Answered by MelLee3 on March 21, 2022
A: It was the best excursion we have ever done! It’s a long day, but worth every minute. The tour guides keep you entertained during the bus rides with lots of great information about Belize. You get to experience several different things! From the... scenic ride to the manual barge to carry you over the river to the amazing food and people! The bonus is that you can actually climb and explore these ruins unlike some others. You will love it!See More
Answered by str8outacompton on March 19, 2022
A: Yes but it was pouring down the rain and cold! I think any other day it would have been more enjoyable any other day ! I would recommend trying !
Answered by Sanjuananne on March 18, 2022
Q: When boarding the ship, how do we find out where our muster station is located (as the code on our cards)
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A: It will be on your boarding pass. When we were on the Valor in November, as soon as we got on the ship, there were crew members that were all over answering questions. We showed our boarding pass to them and they directed us to where our muster stati... on was. It was nice to get it out of the way first thing so that we could relax.See More
Answered by danahford on March 15, 2022
A: Make sure to check in at your muster station first thing. The ship can’t leave (Coast Guard rules) until everyone does and they will be hollering the names of the naughty passengers over the loudspeakers.
Answered by Luv2Cruise2014 on April 30, 2022
A: your card has the muster station letter on it and you can find where it is on the back of your room door.
Answered by annernanner on March 15, 2022
A: get it from your boarding pass. Don't necessarily wait for your room key they can scan your pass. get it done early.
Answered by mary0909 on May 1, 2022
A: look on the back of your cabin door when you pick up your card outside you cabin when dropping off your carry-on, and then follow the signs when walking down the stairs. it's not hard don't stress about it.
Answered by roguebandit on March 15, 2022
A: For Carnival I saw it will be on the Hub app for each passenger.
Answered by JesseNEllen on March 15, 2022
A: It depends are you talking to beach excursion or a cataran? Beach usual says it's available for rental, cataran is provided?
Answered by Paully52 on March 5, 2022
A: usually! it should say in the info for the excursion. That said- I would not use it!!! They say they clean it and sanitize it, but I highly doubt it! I always take my own mask and snorkle. The thought of putting their snorkle in my mouth after h... ow many hundreds of others- no thank you!See More
Answered by crusin4gramma on August 6, 2022
A: Any snorkel excursion we have been on, came with free gear to use (mask, snorkel, and fins). If you find you really like snorkeling, buy your own because their gear is sometimes very cheap, and a good set isn’t all that expensive.
Answered by Luv2Cruise2014 on August 2, 2022
A: one experience was a bad respiratory infection about 3 days after excursion. heavy heavy dose of antibiotics. for about 15 days.
Answered by FunShipTraveler on August 6, 2022
A: The one I went on in St. Thomas included; mask fins breathing tube invest! Only problem I had was I couldn't Right down on two that well with my dentures! Planning on buying a full face mask which would help their cheap on Amazon!
Answered by Paully52 on August 4, 2022
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