Booked this last minute - definitely worth the value

Carnival Imagination Cruise Review to Mexico

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Reviews: 3
Helpful Votes: 88

Overall rating:

3 out of 5
Verified Review
Carnival Imagination

3 Night Baja Mexico (Los Angeles Roundtrip)

Sail date: October 02, 2014

Ship: Carnival Imagination

Cabin type: Inside

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 10 years ago

Review summary

I found a great deal on cruiseline.com for less than $50 per night so I booked this the week before it sailed.

 

At that price, I more than got my money's worth - the food was good, entertainment was entertaining, and the amenities were as expected, if not slightly better.

 

The ship is obviously one of Carnival's oldest, but it's been kept in good condition and was clean and big enough for a quick sailing.  I'd sail it again in the future.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5
I had a couple really great meals an only one that I didn't prefer. I sent it back and they happily brought me out a couple lobsters.

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5
The Piano Bar is fun at night. The Serenity area is great for avoiding the annoying games and stuff held at the pool. I also spent a lot of time in the casino, which could have been a lot funner had I ever won.

Entertainment

3 out of 5
I only saw the comedy show - the comic was pretty funny.

Children's Programs

3 out of 5

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
Staff is very friendly, particularly the dining room and room attendant staff.

Ship Quality

3 out of 5
It's an older ship, but kept in good condition and big enough for a quick, three-day trip.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
The cabin was larger than expected and clean. A foul smell (common on the lower decks) was barely noticed throughout the three days.

Ship tip

The Serenity area is tough to find - it's at the very rear of the ship and can be accessed through the back of the buffet area, then going down two floors. It's a great hideout from loud kids and the annoying pool games, during which the announcer is screaming in a piercing voice.

Ports of call

Long Beach (Los Angeles), California

5 out of 5
Long Beach is actually a beautiful port to leave from. Compared to San Pedro, which is about five miles away (I know because I accidentally went there first), it's probably 10x more scenic.

Ensenada, Mexico

1 out of 5
There's nothing to do in Ensenada. It needs some serious love.

Traveler Photos

Pride Dining Room - Chocolate Melting Cake Pride Dining Room - Seared Tuna Lido Deck at Night Carnival Imagination from Ensenada Ensenada, MX How Cotton Balls are Made
Was this review helpful? 42

Be the first to comment

Other reviews of this sailing