Fun Time, Food Not the Best, Not Much for Entertainment Beyond Drinking/Gambling

Item: Carnival Spirit
Rating: 3.4
Author: shawnspeer

Carnival Spirit Cruise Review to Caribbean - Bahamas

shawnspeer

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 23

Overall rating:

3.4 out of 5

Verified Review

5 Night Bahamas (Jacksonville Roundtrip)

Sail date: March 12, 2022

Ship: Carnival Spirit

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 8115

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 2 years ago

Review summary

Great cruise if your looking to just get away and relax. Kids had a great time. I would go again just for a cheap getaway. Food needs major improvement.

Embarkation

3 out of 5

Ship left 2+ hours late.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

2 out of 5

Food was lackluster. Often served tepid. Portion sizes were very small. Burger Bar was Good. Burrito Bar was constantly closed. Pizza was good but slow. Sandwich shop was ehh.

Onboard Activities

2 out of 5

Small pools as to be expected. 1 of the 2 water-slides was broken. Limited entertainment options. Casino had a weird almost sterile feel to it.

Entertainment

3 out of 5

Comedians were OK.

Children's Programs

My kids were not interested.

Service and Staff

4 out of 5

Staff was friendly and attentive.

Ship Quality

4 out of 5

Well maintained. Easy to get around.

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5

Cabin size was as expected. Balcony was a very nice feature. Well kept.

Ports of call

Jacksonville, Florida

2 out of 5

I live near Jacksonville. I already know it sucks. LOL

Thumbs Up 0

Nassau, Bahamas

4 out of 5

Been there many times. Nothing changes. Nice to walk around.

Thumbs Up 0

Bimini, Bahamas

5 out of 5

Don't go to Resort World. Nice, but WAY overpriced for a pool and a beach. Jump in a cab. Go to Radio Beach and grab some fresh Conch Fritters and Cold Beer! Water is nicer and you get to experience the real island.

Thumbs Up 3