I didn't love it

Item: Carnival Miracle
Rating: 3.5
Author: BishopSharon

Carnival Miracle Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

BishopSharon

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 1 cruise (first)

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 31

Overall rating:

3.5 out of 5

7 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)

Sail date: March 17, 2019

Ship: Carnival Miracle

Cabin type: Balcony

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 5 years ago

Review summary

This was my first cruise. I went with a friend to celebrate my 60th birthday. Everyone said.. you will love it. That was not the case. For me it was rushed. I didn't like having to dress for dinner. Having to be there at a certain time. When you went to a theater all the seats were being saved for others. The food was not what I expected. It wasn't horrible but I sure thought it would be better. I don't regret going. It was an ok experience. I'm pretty sure I won't cruise again.

Embarkation

4 out of 5

Getting aboard was smooth. Very organized.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5

Drinks were expensive. Buffet was mediocre. Main dining room food was better but service was mediocre. The specialty restaurant Nick and Nora's steakhouse was excellent all around.

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5

Pools were crowded but nice. I used the serenity area adults only. I enjoyed the whirlpool there.

Mr. Lucky's Casino

1 out of 5

Full of smoke. I couldn't stand to even be near this place. Sad because I had plan on gambling. Instead I had to avoid the casino which was difficult because it is right in the middle of the ship.

Entertainment

4 out of 5

The comedians were good. Much better than expected.

Service and Staff

4 out of 5

Everyone was very nice.

Ship Quality

3 out of 5

Outdated but clean

Cabin / Stateroom

3 out of 5

Cabin 8219. The room was fine. Plenty of space for storage. I enjoyed the private balcony. I was right under the buffet so it was noisy all of the time. I wish I had chosen one floor down. Earplugs helped. The bed was very comfortable.

Ports of call

Cozumel, Mexico

4 out of 5

Swimming with Dolphins was wonderful

Thumbs Up 9

Belize City, Belize

4 out of 5

Caye Caulker Island swimming with nurse sharks and stingrays was fun.

Thumbs Up 5

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

4 out of 5

Gumbalimba Park was great. Monkeys and birds. The beach was nice on the west end but not much time to spend there. Had to get back on the ship.

Thumbs Up 4

George Town, Grand Cayman

3 out of 5

Our scuba diving excursion was canceled due to rough seas. Did get off the ship and went to Margaritaville for lunch. Made the best of it but didn't see much of Grand Cayman Island.

Thumbs Up 0

Disembarkation

2 out of 5

This took forever. I was on the top floor and the last one called. Not enough customs officers for 2K passengers.

5 Comments

Summerholiday 5 years ago

Cruising is not for everyone you do tend to adjust you either love it or hate it and you have to enjoy your vacation but if it's not for you that's fine at least you tried and now you can vacation elsewhere:-)

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Shh813 5 years ago

You should have done more research before you left. A cruise is what you make of it. No need to be rushed at dinner, they have anytime dining. And definitely no need to dress up for dinner even on formal nights. Slacks and a nice top are fine for women. Get s balcony cabin and have quiet times by yourself reading a book or just watching the ocean. Go or not go off the ship to ports. Everything is up to you. Try cruising again with these suggestions. Best vacation ever.

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allizzo67817862 5 years ago

Yiu didnt have to dress for dinner, you could of choose anytime dining and a cruise is what you make it. You cam do your own thing and go or not go where you want. You do have to go a little early to the shows. I usually dont go. I do go to the comedy club(early). Sorry you didnt enjoy it.

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Doggydad196422 5 years ago

Some people love cruising and some don’t. Sorry you didn’t like it.

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dansu 5 years ago

All cruise lines/ships are different. Wouldn't judge cruising based on one ship one cruise. The Legend was my first cruise and had a blast

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