Good Entry Level Cruise

Item: Carnival Ecstasy
Rating: 3.8
Author: LilMBM31

Carnival Ecstasy Cruise Review to Caribbean - Bahamas

LilMBM31

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 2-3 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 21

Overall rating:

3.8 out of 5

5 Night Bahamas (Charleston Roundtrip)

Sail date: January 17, 2019

Ship: Carnival Ecstasy

Cabin type: Oceanview

Cabin number: E186

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 5 years ago

Review summary

This is a good entry-level cruise, there isn’t too much to do on the ship and it could use a remodel. The bars and lounges are below average and the only one that is open for most of the day is a smoking lounge which is a horrible decision. The alchemy bar is very nice but it doesn’t open till 5 o’clock at night. The service was excellent

Embarkation

4 out of 5

It was very organized

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5

Food was good, wish there were more options. Service was excellent.

Onboard Activities

2 out of 5

Pool is small, not many things to do especially if it’s windy. Casino sucked

Entertainment

3 out of 5

Average is being generous

Children's Programs

3 out of 5

The 14-17 club seemed good, the other clubs were boring according to my kids. The 12-14 they just played video games.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Staff and service was excellent, they know your names the minute you walk on. If they miss something, they are quick to correct it.

Ship Quality

3 out of 5

Three stars only because it is very clean, if it rains there isn’t much to do on the ship. The only bar that’s open the most is a smoking bar, didn’t make much sense. Lounges are poor.

Cabin / Stateroom

3 out of 5

Small, but that’s expected. Could use a remodel. One outlet only, not even a duplex. One outlet in the bathroom. Buy a USB multi port hub