Exceeded my expectations!

Carnival Splendor Cruise Review

cruiserazguy

Contributor Level: Second Mate

Cruises: 4-6 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 11

Overall rating:

5 out of 5

14 Night Alaska Carnival Journeys (Los Angeles Roundtrip)

Sail date: August 25, 2018

Ship: Carnival Splendor

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 2204

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 4 years ago

Review summary

Carnival Splendor to Alaska from Long Beach August 25-September 8 2018 Ketchikan, Skagway, Juneau, Sitka, Icy Strait Point, and Vancouver

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

This cruise really exceeded my expectations! I'd never been to Alaska before. I was pleasantly surprised how decent the weather was. I always thought Alaska was this really cold and chilly place all year long. We departed from Long Beach, CA late August. This was my fourth cruise. Didn't experience any issues whatsoever. The staff/crew were always warm and friendly. Our cabin was always clean and well maintained. It was also around the time of my birthday, so they made it even more special for me. There were some days at sea that were a little chilly and windy, so some areas of the ship were closed off. There's always something to do on the ship to keep you entertained. It's all about how you make it. Alaska itself didn't disappoint! Amazing scenery and lots of wildlife! I highly recommend!

Ship tip

It was a bigger ship than the Miracle, if you've ever been on it. The layout is a bit different, so you may have some difficulty finding your way around. Your vacation is what you make it! Don't let anything or anyone ruin it for you!

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Ports of call

Sitka, Alaska

5 out of 5

Ketchikan, Alaska

5 out of 5

Wonderful!

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Juneau, Alaska

5 out of 5

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Vancouver (Canada Place), British Columbia

5 out of 5

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Skagway, Alaska

5 out of 5

N/a

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Cruise Glacier Bay

5 out of 5

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Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska

5 out of 5

Long Beach (Los Angeles), California

5 out of 5

Disembarkation

5 out of 5

Traveler Photos

7 Comments

Gwbigdog 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise. We 😍 Alaska.

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GerryBCruisin 3 years ago

Thank you for taking the time to share your 2018 review of the Carnival Splendor.

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mstones68 4 years ago

I was on that cruise. Great time

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cruisereckoning 4 years ago

Loved our Alaska cruise.

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Summerholiday 4 years ago

Love Alaska glad you enjoyed it ...but review is to old and not much use to anyone as the Splendor is now a permanent fixture in Sydney Australia after its refit in Singapore but would love to return to Alaska :-)))

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profile 4 years ago

Sounds like a great trip.

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AuntPinkie 4 years ago

Alaska is difficult if you are used to the Caribbean. We found it strange to come inside to get warm. Glad you enjoyed your cruise.🛳

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