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Carnival Ecstasy Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

Cruises: 2-3 cruises
Reviews: 2
Helpful Votes: 36

Overall rating:

3 out of 5
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Carnival Ecstasy

5 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

Sail date: November 17, 2007

Ship: Carnival Ecstasy

Cabin type: Oceanview

Traveled as: Family (young children)

Reviewed: 17 years ago

Review summary

Boarding was easy and quick. The room and bathroom was of adequate size compared to what I was expecting. The ship was confusing and difficult to get around without getting lost. The food was less than adequate, but the service was impeccable. When it came time to get off the ship we were bored out of our minds , and couldn't enjoy the rest of our vacation. The numbering was organized, but the wait was aweful. We were left to our selves to sit and just wait. No entertainment, no activity no nothing to keep us occupied until it was our time to get off the ship. Then the line to get thru customs was aweful and took 2hrs standing in line with all of our luggage in our hands.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5
The food was less than adequate, but there were several choices.

Entertainment

3 out of 5

Children's Programs

5 out of 5

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
especially the kids camp, my children hate daycare, but they couldn't wait to get to the camp each day. Also, our assistant waiter took great care to entertain our boys to make the dining experience better.

Ship Quality

3 out of 5
Cleanliness was apparently a priority on the ship. The ship size small, layout confusing. The decor somewhat retro but clean.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
The staterooms were spacious and clean, comfortable and cozy.

Ports of call

Progreso (Merida), Mexico

5 out of 5
Despite the city, the Chichen itza was amazing
Don't Miss: Chichen ItzA

Cozumel, Mexico

3 out of 5
weather was pouring down and couldn't enjoy the city
Don't Miss: shopping

Pros: My children loved the kids camp

Cons: the ship swayed so much it was difficult to enjoy the cruise

Recommends Carnival Ecstasy? No.

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