Not the best cruise, but....

Item: Carnival Magic
Rating: 2.7
Author: chale151

Carnival Magic Cruise Review

chale151

Contributor Level: Third Mate

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Reviews: 7

Helpful Votes: 139

Overall rating:

2.7 out of 5

7 Night Bermuda (New York Roundtrip)

Sail date: August 15, 2022

Ship: Carnival Magic

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 8209

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 2 years ago

Review summary

Probably the worst cruise since I started cruising back in 2000. Food was so bad I lost 5 pounds. First time ever. People were rude. Kids were uncontrolled. Many people complained, Carnival did nothing. Employees just seemed like they were just going through the motions. Not many greetings or talking in general. Also, Carnival will report any on board purchases to Customs if not declared, but they're quick to try and get you to buy saying tax and duty free. Enjoyed Bermuda, and the amount of time there.

Embarkation

2 out of 5

Seemed staff were confused. No one went by their boarding time just arriving and waiting in the way.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

1 out of 5

To much was reused or reheated. Was not good, no flavor. I lost weight, first time ever. So if you need a diet plan, go.

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5

Bingo and trivia. Normal theme parties. Not much else.

Entertainment

3 out of 5

2 of the shows we had already seen on another Carnival ship 4 years ago!!

Service and Staff

2 out of 5

Ship Quality

1 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5

We were upgraded to a spa balcony. Very nice. Plenty of room. Don't expect much use of the spa as it was always crowded unless you were in Port. If I had to pay for the room, I wouldn't.

Ship tip

Don't

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Ports of call

New York, New York

4 out of 5

King's Wharf, Bermuda

4 out of 5

Disembarkation

1 out of 5

Traveler Photos

16 Comments

srudy818 2 years ago

If you want a cruise without kids go in there in school otherwise deal with it I have been on spring break I have been in the summer and thoroughly enjoyed seeing these kids have a good time.

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buckpasser 2 years ago

Here is a top. Only do Carnival in the Fall or May. Fall is to Canada and.mostly older people.. In May Spring Breaks are over and Colleges are heading home Any other time do another cruise company

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Popdog 2 years ago

We just returned from a 9 day cruise on Carnival Magic. We are Platinum and have always used Suites on Carnival and nearly all out of New York. While my opinion with much of your assessment is vastly different I totally agree with you observations of passenger. There were many loud, rude, and disrespectful passengers. Door slammers throughout the cruise, repeat, and otherwise, line-cutters, partiers in the hot tub on deck 5. We could not enjoy a peaceful and quiet balcony until after 9PM or while in port. Even when I called Guest Services it only quieted down for 30 minutes or so. Note these were all adults with the possible exception of door slamming. There were two women next to us who allowed their room and/or balcony door slam over 40 time on morning two. Yes, I started counting after a bunch. All this was reported on the Carnival Survey received and submitted the morning. My review of the cruise is forthcoming.

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michelleb1127 2 years ago

Time to try another cruiseline that caters to adults like Celebrity or Princess. Also, avoid sailing when kids are out of school.

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MPylant09 2 years ago

New York for you.

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Lisallyn 2 years ago

That is why I never sail out of New York.

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WhippetMum 2 years ago

Try a cruise line that doesn't have many kids

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daisydoozy 2 years ago

We enjoyed our Carnival Dream cruise in June but we also saw old shows (Flick, Motown) that we had seen on other ships years ago. A little disappointing.

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Frogboo95 2 years ago

Sounds great. Thank You.

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cbyron3 2 years ago

Did you think the locals would magically transform when they started sailing?

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Gwbigdog 2 years ago

Oops sorry 😞 thanks

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Ramsey1986 2 years ago

I hope your next cruise will be more enjoyable for you. We thoroughly enjoyed our May cruise on the Magic but that was out of Port Canaveral when kids were in school and had an itinerary of ports that are most of our favorites. 😎🚢☀️🩴🏝🪸🐠🌺

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javawoody 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your comments

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sunme 2 years ago

Seems like there have been quite a few poor reviews coming from the port in New York.

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AuntPinkie 2 years ago

Sorry this cruise didn’t meet your expectations.

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CruzeFan 2 years ago

Cruising is not the same as it was prior to Covid. Try cruising when schools are in session for a better experience.

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