Great cruise with Outstanding excursions!

Item: Carnival Victory
Rating: 5
Author: ldietrich24

Carnival Victory Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

ldietrich24

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 4-6 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 38

Overall rating:

5 out of 5

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4 Night Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: July 31, 2017

Ship: Carnival Victory

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 2337

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 7 years ago

Review summary

This was my 5th cruise and it was tied for being a favorite. It was a first time cruise for the two people traveling with me and while they were hesitant they had a great time and said they would both like to cruise again.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Very good considering we got there several hours early. We were still allowed to begin the embarkation process, get on the ship for lunch, and just wait until the cabins were ready.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

The food was wonderful! We especially enjoyed the Sea Day Brunch as well as the late night pizza station.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

We enjoyed many things including the pools, hot tubs, water slide, mini golf, casino, gym, and spa. The only thing that could be improved is the Military Meetups. We went to this because my fiance who was traveling with me was in the Army. We selected tea and THEN were asked for our sign and sail card because we needed to pay for them. It's not that they were expensive (less than $2) but if this was a time to honor those who served we really shouldn't have been hit with that surprise cost. Seemed trivial. Also, would have been nice if something was said to honor them or at least ask where/when they served. Instead we just sat down, drank tea, and ate dessert. Didn't even get to talk to anyone else.

Entertainment

5 out of 5

We enjoyed the Love and Marriage show, evening shows, trivia, and a comedy show. All were very entertaining and great quality.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Our waiters were quite entertaining, attentive, and helpful, especially Arielle (sp?) and Mark when we had brunch. Our room stewardess was wonderful as well.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Everything was clean and well maintained. By the last day we STILL hadn't figured out how to get to the Pacific Restaurant without going up and down several flights of stairs, but the signs did help.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Very nice, even the top bunk was large and we didn't feel cramped in the cabin with 3 adults.

Ship tip

Follow the signs if you need to get to the Pacific Restaurant. It is still a bit frustrating but not bad.

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Ports of call

Miami, Florida

5 out of 5

We just came right from the airport so I can't really rate it.

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Nassau, Bahamas

5 out of 5

We had an absolutely wonderful time on the dolphin encounter at Balmoral Island!!!! It stormed for a few hours but we stayed under roof at the bar, played games, and when the rain stopped we still got a full half hour with the dolphins, learning about them, petting them, getting many photos taken... it was just a blast! We then had 2 hours to spend at the beach. We didn't feel rushed and had a wonderful day despite the rain.

Thumbs Up 5

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (Private Island)

5 out of 5

Oh my goodness, this place is the best!!!! We did the horseback riding excursion first thing in the morning and then spent the rest of the day at the beach. I did a similar excursion last month and the horses were in poor shape and mistreated. These horses were healthy, happy, and weren't forced to just follow each other head to tail. We were actually directed NOT to do this because the horses don't like having another horse right behind them. The trail ride was fun, lots of chances to trot in order to catch up. And the ocean part was beyond what I had imagined! The horses were eager to get into the water and run. I have trained and showed horses all my life so it takes a lot to wow me when it comes to horseback riding but this did! We all had so much fun and were allowed to take our own pictures so didn't feel pressured to purchase them.

Thumbs Up 9

Disembarkation

5 out of 5

We had an early flight so guest services let us know where to be early and sure enough we were off the ship in plenty of time.

Traveler Photos

2 Comments

MrChocoholic 7 years ago

Excellent report! While I disagreed (minor) on the food, particularly the pizza, you managed to cram a lifetime of fun in four days. Check out my experience aboard Victory and see how yours compared. www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIHiNWFaws4 - Welcome Aboard www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_cO7I-hbBQ - Nassau www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZD0uEhjERU - FOOD! www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2EHMhU33GY&t=21s - Entertainment Night www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HEpBBRxhr8 - Half Moon Cay

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Summerholiday 7 years ago

My hubby and I first done a four day cruise as we did not think cruising was for us but 18 cruises later we have been to amazing places and have great memory's... think your hooked as we are 🎣only 60 days until we leave Australia for our next adventure 🍹😎

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