Carnival Imagination - Tips

Try everything! Even if an activity doesn't sound that fun or like you'll fit it, go anyways. The crew makes everything fun for everyone.

Eat breakfast in the main dining room. Food is fresher than the buffet and there was no wait.

Be sure to go to the Deli for a sandwich, good Pastrami. If you want to see more of the entertainment go for the early seating for dinner.

Ok so you say you don't like cruising than your lying to yourself. Relax, sleep, read, party, listen to live music its all there so go do it!

Rent a golf cart at Catalina Island to get around, well worth it. But if you do, reserve it in advance. You'll get it for 3 hours vs 2 hours if you rent one on site. The extra hour will make the difference and you won't feel as rushed to return it.

First day we waited in lengthy lines for the outdoor buffet, not realizing that through the doors were line-free buffet stations. After that, had no food lines at all. If you have kids, the Carnival Imagination with full water park, is definitely the way to go.

Make your reservation for your assigned dinner earlier the wait times were about 20-45mins.

The Empress Deck with its large windows was great. Worth the extra cost.

Avoid elevators, they were exceptionally hard to get.

Make sure you come with a mind to relax and have fun.

definitely walk around the entire ship....theres an activity for everyone!

Go to the shows and the 18+ shows. They are hilarious and you will have an amazing time.

Try different foods, foods that you would not normally get at home. You can always get something else.

Try it all....the fun, the activities, contests, food & casino!! No matter whether it sounds fun or not, try it!! The staff makes everything fun & amusing! Even the food..try something new. There's plenty of different kinds of food onboard...just go for it!!

Try Guy's burgers and the taco stand.

Plan out your onboard activities because there are tons and most of them seem really fun!

Choose your dining times carefully as it will impact the shows you can see.

The ship is small enough to easily find your way around, yet big enough to never feel crowded. We loved having our breakfast and lunch outside at one of the bistro tables.

Bring a warm jacket as nights can be a little on chilly side outside of ship.

Get to know the boat layout on day one. There are some elevators that go to all floors, others only part way so you have to use the stairs. Elevators are slow to arrive, so have patience or get some exercise and take the stairs!