First time cruiser

Item: Carnival Freedom
Rating: 5
Author: lairdutemp

Carnival Freedom Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

lairdutemp

Contributor Level: Cruise Director

Cruises: 1 cruise (first)

Reviews: 2

Helpful Votes: 51

Overall rating:

5 out of 5

Verified Review

Western Caribbean

Sail date: October 01, 2016

Ship: Carnival Freedom

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 8254

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 8 years ago

Review summary

this was my first cruise and thanks to Carnival I'm hooked. The Freedom is awesome, the crew was fantastic. My Steward for my room Allan was right on it, my room was spotless, and to come back at night to the bed turned down was great. My favorite bartenders was Supha and Sompow at the Attrium bar, they knew who I was when I sat down at the bar. They rock.. And the dining experience in the Chic restaurant was outstanding, our waiter Israel made my day. He always was smiling and taking really good care of us. I loved it when they announced it was Showtime and all the waiters and hostess would come dancing down the aisles. I'm really impressed and looking forward to cruising with Carnival again.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

outstanding. Couldn't ask for anything better. Was fantastic

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

Enjoyed every minute

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Loved Malcolm and Retro Richie

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Our bartenders Supha & Sumpow in the Attrium, Allan my steward on deck 8, and the best waiter I have ever had anywhere Israel. Kudos to this crew for making a good first impression on my first cruise.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Loved everything about the Freedom

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

I loved it. I love how they put the towel animals on the bed. It was super clean. I Was really impressed. I loved it.

Ship tip

Enjoy everything they have to offer. And bring extra money because they have some unbelievable sales the last two days of sailing

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Ports of call

Galveston, Texas

5 out of 5

Cozumel, Mexico

5 out of 5

Belize City, Belize

5 out of 5

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

5 out of 5

Traveler Photos

Deck 9 where the buffets are and pools movie screen.

Best Bartenders Supha and Sumpow in the Attrium bar

6 Comments

jtrbug0226 8 years ago

@Ccbirdbrain I agree wholeheartedly! Can't stand, especially the people who complain because of food. There are SO many places to eat and such a huge selection! It's all what we make it! I figure I could be sitting behind a desk, right!?

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rhyswilcox 8 years ago

I was on the same Cruise on the Freedom. And there were some problems but not enough for me to dwell on or to taint tge cruise. Remember everyone is human and cruising is what you make!!! I'm already looking forward to my next carnival cruise!!! Have fun everyone keep calm and cruise on!!!

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jlhouseton 8 years ago

Thanks for your positive review. I'm cruising on Freedom in Jan 20177.

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rongreen 8 years ago

Nice review

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kdlovescruising 8 years ago

Welcome to the wonderful world of cruising. It's a great addiction. I agree with the comments shared above by ccbirdbrain.

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ccbirdbrain 8 years ago

Please remember that feeling. Do all you can to remain in wonder of the marvels of cruising. It is lunacy that so many are mad that their cruise was not perfect. I do not understand it. It seems to only happen to those that have cruised many times. So many rants start out "I have cruise a bazillion times" and end with "this was the cruise from hell". Your words represent my feelings about cruising. I hope I never because so spoiled that I earnestly complain about tablecloths or mints or noise or children or accents or someone else's clothing. Sorry for the rant. I share your joy. I love Carnival. They border on perfect.

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