Exactly what I expected!

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Reviews: 2

Helpful Votes: 48

Review summary

Yes, this ship is older.  Yes, there are things that need repair and/or updating.  However, considering its age, I think it is in great shape.  It does not have the more "exciting" on-board activities that the newer ships have, but I knew that going in because I had done my research.  I will agree with those that commented on the service in the dining room.  We have cruised Carnival many many times and this was the slowest service we have ever had.  Not bad service (they never got our orders wrong and were friendly), but slow.  To the point that I complained at guest services and had some of the gratuities removed.  We had children of all ages with us (teens, middle schooler, elementary) and everyone really enjoyed themselves.  In my opinion, those that say this was the worst cruise of their life or that they will never cruise with Carnival again because of this ship either are looking for something to complain about or they had one of those "once in a lifetime" bad experiences.  There is nothing about this ship or the crew that should ruin any ones vacation.  As with any vacation, it is what you make of it.  If you depend upon others for your happiness you will always be disappointed!

 

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Ports of call

Jacksonville, Florida

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island

Nassau, Bahamas

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