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

shawnant

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 4-6 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 30

Overall rating:

5 out of 5

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4 Night Canada & New England (New York Roundtrip)

Sail date: August 19, 2023

Ship: Carnival Venezia

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 2352

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 1 year ago

Review summary

Some family members said it was the most fun vacation they have ever been on! It was truly a wonderful family vacation. Also, great job Carnival on eliminating marijuana being smoked on the ship. I took my young kids on a carribean cruise years earlier and it was all we can smell on the entire ship the entire trip.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

I hope someone from Carnival reads this. For an Italian themed ship, at the dinner resaurants in the back of the ship, you should have played some background Italian music to go with the theme, or maybe had a piano player at that beautiful piano above the stairs. One night, they played annoying 80s songs that was way to loud. It took away from that perfect setting as we sat next to that iconic Venice scene, with the Gondola boat on the water.

Piano Bar

5 out of 5

This was, by far, the greatest time we had. My family spent 2 nights there and will never forget it. That Piano player/singer was incredible. He was funny, engaging, and just outstanding in every way.

Lido Marketplace

5 out of 5

Really beautiful setting, great Italian themed pictures, great food. Super clean.

Canal Grande Restaurant

4 out of 5

I hate to give a 4 star rating since the service and food was excellent, but as I mentioned before, please consider Italian music to match the romantic Italian theme instead of loud 80s music.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

We loved all options... rope course, miniature golf, hot tubs, + all the musicians, etc.

Ropes Course

5 out of 5

Super fun, scary, and challenging!

Entertainment

5 out of 5

We had the best time at the Piano Bar

Pixels

4 out of 5

You charge to much for a picture. I think you would make more money if you charged less.

Karaoke

3 out of 5

The bar was gorgeous, but many complained that the music wasn't loud enough and you should really limit the songs to 2 minutes. Lots of long songs that the singers obviously wanted to end. It's hard to sing when the music is so soft.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Really outstanding service, Floyd was our dinner server, and

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Such a beautiful ship. Loved the Italian themes.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Cabin was great. We paid for the least expensive balcony but it was still wonderful. I wish I remembered the name of the person who was in charge of cleaning our room. I think it was Juan. He did a great job.

Ship tip

When leaving the New York Harbor, if you don't have kids, go to the Serinity Club Adult only area at the top of the ship, I think on Deck 15. It was SO beautiful leaving the New York Harbor, going past the Statue of Liberty, and only feet from hitting the bottom of the Verranzo bridge!

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Ports of call

New York, New York

5 out of 5

It was aweful driving through the Lincoln Tunnel and parking, but leaving on top of the ship and seeing the Manhantan skyline was a memory I will never forget.

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Saint John, New Brunswick

5 out of 5

I think it would be a bit boring to walk around the City, so we rented a car and went to the St. Martin Sea Caves and then back to the Reversing Falls in the City. Since we had 10 people, it was cheaper to rent cars then take the excursion.

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Disembarkation

5 out of 5

They didn't tell us about the possibility of Open disembarkation if they were ready. Open disembarkation can happen before they call your muster station if you are ready to leave and have all your luggage. They only gave those that were ready 15 minutes to leave the ship. We would have been ready if we knew that was even a possibility. They should tell everyone in advance.

7 Comments

smiddlet 1 year ago

Glad you enjoyed your cruise! We are booked on the Venezia next year and can’t wait!

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Sogmoore 1 year ago

I really like your tip. I will do it. Thanks for sharing

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jallaway 1 year ago

Interesting. I also asked about the dining room music on the Dream which is now contemporary and noticeably louder. The MaitreD noted they used to play soft jazz but now the music is provided by "Corporate"

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AuntPinkie 1 year ago

Appreciate your detailed feedback. Glad you enjoyed your cruise.

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Gwbigdog 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing

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javawoody 1 year ago

Thanks for the review

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cruising2004 1 year ago

Great details! Thank you for sharing your cruising experience. Glad you enjoyed.

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