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Carnival Miracle Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

Cruises: 4-6 cruises
Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 45

Overall rating:

4.6 out of 5
Carnival Miracle

7 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)

Sail date: August 05, 2018

Ship: Carnival Miracle

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 7129

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 6 years ago

Review summary

This boat is old and really needs an update. We were disappointed it didn't have a screen outside by the pool for Dive-in movies. All that said, the employees were super friendly and helpful and our family of 5 had a wonderful time. For being old, the boat was kept very clean. Food was plentiful but not always tasty. Sandwich bar is fantastic! Love ice cream around the clock and ate my weight in Melting Chocolate Cake--sweet mercy! For a 7-day cruise, family of 5 and two balcony rooms, an older boat was worth the cheaper price. I suppose if we had ever been on a luxury cruise, this would be a disappointment. We choose to make the best of any situation and enjoy time with family. Our 10 year old was really apprehensive about cruising for the first time and also going to Camp Ocean. She ended up loving it and cried when she had to leave her new friends. Last thing: Prepare yourself for a frustrating debarkation process. When we arrived in port and people started getting off the boat, we found out there was ONE customs agent for 2500 +/- people. By the time we got there, there were 3 agents. This is not Carnival's fault or the terminal workers. Totally on customs. However, Carnival could've done a better job and making frequent apologies and announcements with updates as to what was going on. Be patient and be nice to the Carnival employees. Nothing they can do about Customs problems.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Children's Programs

5 out of 5

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5
It had a dull, stinky odor the whole time. We took spray with us so that helped. Outdated decor but the bed was surprisingly comfortable. We LOVE balcony rooms.

Ports of call

Tampa, Florida

4 out of 5
All we did is board the boat. It was chaos outside the terminal.

Cozumel, Mexico

5 out of 5
Went to Paradise Beach. $21 cab ride each way for 5 people. $3/each entry fee includes restroom/changing facilities and very nice pool. $18/each additional for water blow-up toys, snorkel equipment, kayaks, paddle boards. Food was very good. Thoroughly enjoyed this outing for not much money and not an official excursion.

Belize City, Belize

5 out of 5
Cave tubing excursion through Carnival. Very well organized. Must take "tender" (ferry ride from boat to port) since boat can't dock due to shallow water. Met in theater for instructions. Very clear and organized. Excursion was great. Guides were informative, warm and helpful. Food was really good. I eat a lot so it was a little pricey to get filled up. Definitely recommend this excursion.

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

5 out of 5
Went to Mahogany Bay. Short walk, TONS of chairs including many in the shade which we prefer. Didn't pay anything extra for water toys and ate on the ship. Beautiful setting but a bit crowded.

George Town, Grand Cayman

5 out of 5
Grand Cayman is beautiful. Our favorite stop. Did one of the stingray excursion through Carnival. Incredible experience. My wife does not get in anything but pool water but she did this. She was a bit apprehensive at first but got comfortable quickly and even took off her inflatable life vest. Great pics of us holding the stingrays. Recommend a good waterproof pouch for your phone to take lots of pics.

Disembarkation

1 out of 5
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9 Comments

perrywalden3    6 years ago

BrenN13, apparently not!

BrenN13    6 years ago

Did you even do research

Summerholiday    6 years ago

Need to do your homework before you book guys .. if you want Newer ship then book new one no good coming back complaining when you booked it .. πŸ€·πŸΌβ€β™€οΈ

rogerellenborland    6 years ago

When every you get to your luggage get you a porter because they get you through customs in a hurry.

cruisingrayman    6 years ago

Very helpful review and great cruising attitude!

jddunfee    6 years ago

Not a guys burger but the burgers on there are awesome. Always the embarkation welcome aboard lunchπŸ”πŸŸ

rellis57    6 years ago

Is it true that there isn't a Guys Burgers. Love those burgers.

IkeDeb    6 years ago

Thanks for your review πŸ˜‹

JayDyches    6 years ago

Great info. Thanks

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