Carnival Paradise - Reviews

This was our first cruise and possibly last. It wasn't all bad but no where close to how most people go on and on about it. This ship was old and small and it showed.

This was a trip we booked quickly due to availability of our work schedules. I would have preferred specialty dining, larger pool areas and better main dining food. Overall though, it was a great stateroom, nice ship and we enjoyed the get away. The Chef excursion was FANTASTIC!!! So much fun...in fact, we both agree that this 'saved the cruise' for us. Chef Luis and his team were very entertaining, made great margarita's and swimming in the pool afterwards was perfect.

This was a great way to celebrate a birthday with family. The ship is very family friendly.

Overall a good experience. But those negatives really stand out and were a bummer. I may try a different ship or cruise line next time before I get book the Paradise again.

It just felt like this cruise was thrown together at the last minute. I have been on about 7 cruises all of them with Carnival and this is by far the worse ever.

We had a great time on our cruise. We were having a family reunion, so the times we spent with our family were great. On a couple of occasions, we were able to have family meetings in quiet meeting spaces on the ship. The shows were good and so were the DJ's. We had a great time and all of the staff went out of their way to take good care of us.

It was a pleasant trip, relaxing, and short. I wish there was more games for teens, we play some board games but there is no many options. The staff is amazing thinking on how much they work and for how long they are away from home, but their diversity is what make the experience even more interesting.

Ship is clean , great service , not much to do on the ship with families , adult punchlines were good .

Staff in all areas of the ship were very good. Leon, Cruise director was outstanding!

Our cruise was as expected we’ve been on this ship and ports of call before, but we always just love a get away.

I do not feel like I got what I paid for. If you are trying to take a FAMILY vacation- this isn’t your ship. If you have no kids and all you want to do is sunbathe and drink - this ship is for you.

Overall the cruise was fun and my family and I had a great time. As a family we could not have celebrated my grandsons graduation from high school in a better place. We had had a lot of fun every day! I broke my ankle two days prior to cruising so it was a little difficult for me to get around. But nonetheless I did get around and had fun in the shops, restaurants, casino, listening to DJ's and music, the Comedy Club, and just relaxing on deck with my family. I would recommend this cruise to anyone who wants to get away and have a great time! Thanks Carnival......

We loved the ports of call. Wish the ship was nicer and staff was sometimes nicer.

We were very lucky to visit Havana before politics prevented it. The Cuban tour guides made more in tips than doctors make in a month. We enjoyed meeting new people every night for dinner at anytime dining. Ask to have a share table.

This was my first cruise and certainly not my last. I loved this boat and of course being in Cuba. Staff was so nice and supportive. Ship was spotless. Our cabin was immaculate. I will be back

Pretty disappointing. Especially after splurging & getting a suite for our anniversary.

Staff was very friendly and overall loved the experience!

I had a 2nd room and booked 3 beds. One daughter was on floor. Guest services did not help. Had a gift card for the spa. It was delivered debarkation day. Talked to guest services they said that i was lying. The restaurant food was dry.

Amazing time . This was our first but will not be our last.

This was a small family cruise and we all had a great time. We had dinner together most nights, went to various activities and shows together, and explored the islands together. The cruise allowed us to spend quality time together but also allowed time to spend independently to rest or watch movies. I would certainly do another family cruise.