Carnival Pride - Tips

A stateroom with a balcony is always a plus I think,and try their Rueben on Libido deck,one of the best I have had thepleasure to eat

Get to the hot tubs on the first night while you can while everyone is checking out the ship ceause after that they are never free!

a stateroom with a balcony is a must and the cheeseburgers on lido deck were the best with the seasoned fries, the ice cream was a very great hit.

Don't buy the bargain sale watches with metal bands from the gift shop as there are no instructions on how to adjust the band (which are set for people with very large wrists). I was told to bring the watch to a jewelry shop when I get home to have the band adjusted.

Have a breakfast at the Blue Iguana. Eat the Dessert (all of them), especially the apple streusel. Bring your own insulated mug to keep your coffee hot or your beverage cold. Burgers and pizza are great. Get up early to see a sunrise on the ocean and sailing into Baltimore Harbor arriving home ....and be on the deck for a sunset. Bring a good camera and tripod and take your own pics to save HUNDREDS instead of feeling pressured to buy the quality ship photos.

in bahamas, carry small bills, i.e. 1's n 5's. also nothing is made by or sold for the "school children" this is their line to try to guilt you into paying for the "free" stupid little bracelets, but if you want genuine hand made shark tooth necklace for 5 bucks find "RONA" on the beach in FREEPORT.

Bring an extension cord for your stateroom, just in case. My spouse needed it for a cpap machine while sleeping, and there were no outlets near the bed.

The sea brunches rock.The Serenity adult deck fills quickly. David's Steakhouse is so worth the $35/pp.

LOVE the Adults only Serenity area on Deck 9 Aft.

Very smooth ride even in rough waters!

go to the comedy shows early if you want to get a seat

-- Don't miss a visit to the Sunset Garden walk -- most don't even know about it. Deck 3 Fwd Starboard Side. -- Got room for free sushi? Deck 2 at 5pm -- Cigar smoker -- Starry Night Lounge -- On this ship you don't have to get to the theater 45 minutes early as seats are available.

Water shoes are ideal if you plan to spend a lot of time on the Lido deck by the pools. The floor stays wet due to people getting in and out of the pools and hot tubs and it is easy to fall if you're not careful.

you can bring a bottle of wine to celebrate the Birthday of someone special......

Make sure to take a power strip with you for all your electronic needs.

utilize camp carnival if you have kids! ours were ASKING to go each day by the end of the cruise!

Do not run and buy unlimited drinks unless you absolutely want to. It's best to wait and get all the details first. Don't waste your money if you don't drink much.

Beverage package is worth it if you plan to have more than 5 drinks per day! Serenity desk is the best place for 21 and over!

Be certain to go to the Pizza Pirate for a personally crafted pizza. Open 24 hours. I had a pizza each day of the cruise. Take advantage of the fun-flled shows and activities. We hope that the Carnival Pride will remain at the Port of Baltimore for future cruises.

Make sure that you go to the teas. We only made one - but it was GREAT!