We had our first cruise on the Carnival freedom in 2016. We were hooked from the very moment et we stepped aboard. We made a few rookie mistakes but learned many new things as well. The Freedom is by far our favorite ship to date. 3 cruises on her!

Item: Carnival Freedom
Rating: 5
Author: nicgrl74

Carnival Freedom Cruise Review

nicgrl74

Contributor Level: Second Mate

Cruises: 4-6 cruises

Reviews: 2

Helpful Votes: 96

Overall rating:

5 out of 5

Western Caribbean

Sail date: April 30, 2016

Ship: Carnival Freedom

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 1207

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 4 years ago

Review summary

Our first cruise o. The Carnival Freedom was fantastic. The food was great. We didn't realize we could eat in the main dining room. Our fault. We should have asked. Lol. The cruise director was Malcolm Woohoo Burns. He was the best. So funny and kept us laughing the whole cruise. We had a great time and couldn't wait to cruise again.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

We got in line with our luggage and went through the whole process of security and check in. Took about 1.5 hours. Then we went and found our area and waited to board.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

The food was good. Really loved Guys Burger and Blue Iguana. Yummy! Did not eat in the main dining room at all this cruise.

Blue Iguana Cantina

5 out of 5

Wonderful tacos and burritos! Love their watermelon salsa!

Guy's Burger Joint

5 out of 5

Can't pass by Guys without grabbing a burger.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

There were plenty of activities to do. Welcome aboard show is a must. Hairy chest contest is entertaining. Playlist productions are amazing! Comedy shows were a blast.

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Loved the theater and going to see the musical productions they offered. The game shows were fun as well.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Our whole experience was amazing. Our room steward Tbomas was hands down the best. Always asking how we are doing and just an absolute nice gentleman. 5 stars!

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

We loved the whole ship! Amazing experience.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Our cabin was the perfect size. We had portholes and they were really cool. Had some rough weather but it was neat to see and hear the waves splashing on the ship and our portholes!

Ship tip

Check you bags at the curbside porter at the terminal. 1.00 tip per bag is well worth not having to lug all of your stuff with you. We kept 1 small carryon bag. It held our medicine jewelry electronics chargers wallets etc.

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Disembarkation

5 out of 5

Very easy to get off the ship.

6 Comments

profile 3 years ago

Sounds like a great trip.

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javawoody 3 years ago

Glad you enjoyed your first cruise

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cruisereckoning 4 years ago

Thanks

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cesheldon 4 years ago

We love the Freedom. Have been on it I think 5 times and will be on it again Aug 29, then will be on Vista in November.

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nicgrl74 4 years ago

We are definitely looking at Freedoms itineraries for 2022!

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AuntPinkie 4 years ago

Glad that 1st cruise got you hooked! The Freedom is one of our favorite ships! We will be sailing on her again in 2022!🛳

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