Fun cruise, great 1st cruise for kids.

Item: Carnival Triumph
Rating: 3
Author: Src30537038

Carnival Triumph Cruise Review to Canada, New England, New York

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Contributor Level: Deck Hand

Cruises: 2-3 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 0

Overall rating:

3 out of 5

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5 Night Canada/New England (New York Roundtrip)

Sail date: July 13, 2009

Ship: Carnival Triumph

Cabin type: Suite

Traveled as: Family (young children)

Reviewed: 15 years ago

Review summary

Things have changed in ten years. The quality of the service and food has declined dramatically on Carnival. But overall, we had a good time. Excellent family vacation.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5

Portions in the dining room were small and food quality was hit or miss. The drinks were GREAT!

Entertainment

3 out of 5

What you would expect.

Children's Programs

1 out of 5

Although the staff were excellent with the children the activities were meagar and not always age appropriate for 6-9 year olds.

Service and Staff

3 out of 5

Good service, not great.

Ship Quality

3 out of 5

Captain steamed slowly and much more motion than on prior cruises. I have concerns regarding the mechanical maintenance of this vessel. There was a constant vibration aft, and even though the sea state was relatively calm we had significant motion throughout. Doubt stabilizers were deployed.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

We had a suite, which I strongly reccomend if trvelling with children comfortable for a family of 4.

Ports of call

Halifax, Nova Scotia

5 out of 5

Lobster and Lighthouse was excellent!

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Saint John, New Brunswick

1 out of 5

The Bay of Fundy/ Hopewell Rocks is a 2 hour ride each way for 1 1/2 hour visit. If you don't make it at low tide, you're wasting your time and money.

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Pros: The price of a penthouse suite was reasonable

Cons: Quality of the food

Recommends Carnival Triumph? Yes!

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