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Item: Carnival Vista
Rating: 4
Author: peachytee

Carnival Vista Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

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Contributor Level: Second Mate

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Cruises: 7+ cruises

Reviews: 5

Helpful Votes: 113

Overall rating:

4 out of 5

6 Night Western Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: May 14, 2017

Ship: Carnival Vista

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 10239

Traveled as: Family (young children)

Reviewed: 7 years ago

Review summary

Be prepared to party and have FUN!! The cruise director MATT is so entertaining and professional that you feel cared for and taken care of. I've been on several Carnival Cruises but this one is by far the best one yet. You WANT to be part of the action onboard staying in your cabin isn't an option. So much to see and do. Check out the sky ride grab a Guy Fieri burger. Take in an imax movie play bingo. Whatever you do be prepared to be entertained! The staff was friendly and always catering to your needs! The only downfall was the pools were small we than I expected. For that size ship I was hoping for bigger pool. A wave pool would've been perfect on the lido deck!

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Children's Programs

3 out of 5

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

Decent size. Nice layout. Shower was small. The balcony was nice. Just big enough to enough the scenery. Storage and drawer space was tight but it works if you fold up you clothes and use as much hanger space as possible. Housekeeping had to get the ice no ice machines. But once housekeeping knew you wanted ice they kept fresh ice everyday in your cabin day and at night!

Ship tip

Formal night is much better on the first day at sea. You don't need to bring numerous charges for your electronics they have USB ports

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Ports of call

Miami, Florida

3 out of 5

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

2 out of 5

Tropical storm didn't get to see or do anything

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George Town, Grand Cayman

3 out of 5

Cozumel, Mexico

3 out of 5

19 Comments

peachytee 7 years ago

Yes @rokwldr they were offering deals in like Feb and March. I took advantage of the half deposit and 2 room category upgrade..trust me you won't be in the cabin that long to think about it as an inside cabin. The Horizon sails next year I plan to book that early as well. Enjoy. Have fun!

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rokwldr 7 years ago

Going October 29 6 nite, first time in an inside room in 13 cruises. We wanted to see the new ship and I guess they're trying to pay it off cause there were not many deals. Anyway I sure we have a good time. Went on the Breeze when it was new and still our favorite ship. Maybe that will change.

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DelacruzFamily 7 years ago

4 days âð¼ð

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peachytee 7 years ago

The dining experience was great. Many options to choose from @realife3 Tip..if you make reservations at the steak house the first night of your cruise you get a free bottle of wine. If your into seafood they have a nice seafood shack that offers snow crab legs, shrimp, oysters, lobster rolls. All at an additional cost. Enjoy your trip!

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realife3 7 years ago

How was the dining experience and are there many options for food? Glad you enjoyed it, going on my first in August.

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peachytee 7 years ago

perfect time to go! @scbella07 enjoy. your going to love it!

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scbella07 7 years ago

Booked for July 9th can't wait

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peachytee 7 years ago

yes I did @themgrp 6 days went by so quick. can't wait to go back. Have fun!!

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peachytee 7 years ago

no problem @russellc85 you have 2 formal nights...here's a tip the pictures are digital.. download the Carnival Hub to purchase your pictures

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Themdgrp 7 years ago

Thanks for the info Peachtree. I have never seen an Imax movie. Looking forward to it. Glad you had a great time!

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Russellc85 7 years ago

ours is 6 days out of Miami next March!

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peachytee 7 years ago

yes @russellc85 depending on the length of your cruise you will have one or two formal nights..the first night is always the best ð

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Russellc85 7 years ago

Do they do a formal night?!

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peachytee 7 years ago

yes @themdgrp they run day and night..plus late night scary thrill movie if your into that. Day and night movies are different

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peachytee 7 years ago

no tub in the balcony rooms @jsmoov only a shower for one at a time but it serves the purpose..

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Themdgrp 7 years ago

Going in February, can't wait! Does the IMAX theater run through out the day and night or only nights? Do the offer a different movie every day?

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jsmoov 7 years ago

Going in November, is there a full size bath tub and a shower

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peachytee 7 years ago

ok cool you're going to have so much fun @aoneal05

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AONEAL05 7 years ago

Looking at this ship for next cruise!! Thanks for the infoð

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