matthewfreil Cruise Review on Carnival Pride on May 14, 2017

Carnival Pride Cruise Review

matthewfreil

Contributor Level: Deck Hand

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 17

Overall rating:

4 out of 5

Sail date: May 14, 2017

Ship: Carnival Pride

Reviewed: 7 years ago

Review summary

Embarkation was a breeze! Do NOT show up at the port before 1130am though or you will not be let on property. We had FTTF and we're in the terminal within 15 mins of arrival, through security in another 10, checked in and seated for boarding in a total of 30 minutes. After a short wait for the Platinum and Diamond guests we were on the move and on the way to our cabin. Cabin 4133 was a 4K, interior with a French balcony, it was spacious, and comfortable, flat panel TV, and French balcony doors that opened to open air and sea breeze. Our stateroom service was great, our steward was tentative and friendly. Food across all dining venues was great. If you're expecting Michelin stars, you'll be let down, but the menus were varied, and all tasty. Blue iguana served up tasty breakfast and lunch items (huevos, arepas and burritos), Guys Burgers (tasty, greasy and always hit the spot). The Chefs Table experience was phenomenal as always and does rival a Michelin meal with a detailed tour of the galley, and chats with the chef de cuisine. Davids Steakhouse was another great speciality meal, superb service and high quality food. Entertainment on the ship was seemingly above par too. Live music on Lido from a Caribbean steel drum duo, the piano bar was a good time and the musician was funny to boot. Trivia at multiple venues and with different staff was always engaging and fun. The ship overall has a ton of seating areas to just meet up with people, dive into a good book or play a game or two of cards. The themed bars are always fun, Alchemy has great and inventive cocktails and if you have an idea and some flavors the "alchemists" will not disappoint. The red frog pub always had live music and yummy beer on tap. The rum bar and tequila bars had a smattering of drinks that never disappointed. All in all a great cruise that was super convenient to get to and get back from.

matthewfreil Cruise Review on Carnival Pride on May 14, 2017

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