JoyMK Cruise Review on Carnival Vista on Dec 09, 2018

Carnival Vista Cruise Review

JoyMK

Contributor Level: Second Mate

Reviews: 3

Helpful Votes: 38

Overall rating:

3 out of 5

Sail date: December 09, 2018

Ship: Carnival Vista

Reviewed: 5 years ago

Review summary

We just got back from our 7 day cruise. Reading many reviews before we left, some comments I agree with now, some not so much. Getting on the ship, it was delayed due to weather, they tried to get us in the building and out of the cold. Took about an hour once entering the waiting area. The cruise was booked, other then the shows I never felt crowded. I did find the service a little slower then I have on past cruises. The servers themselves were friendly. The food on the buffet was OK, same with the food in the dining room, you won’t go hungry. We ate in the steak house, it was awesome, and JiJi Asian kitchen also very good. They also gave a sushi restaurant, it was good. Our Cabin Stewart Michelle was fantastic. Answered any questions we had, and made sure we had everything we needed. I don’t think she ever took a break. We stayed in a suite, 7838. Nice size room and bathroom with plenty of closet space. Balcony a little small but it was just the 2 of us. Wasn’t crazy about the stores on the ship. I agree the casino was very smoky. As far as getting lost, I didn’t, (turned around maybe) Look at the map, you are here.... etc. watched two outdoor movies, an iMAX and won tickets to a 3D show. BINGO was awful! The caller was terrible, we played 3 games, never knew what each game prize was until after the game ended. (Other then the grand prize) They had a show before the game, they don’t have enough tables, you needed to use a clipboard, I was lucky and grabbed a table as people got up to leave after the show. Glasses all over the table, I pushed them to the end, wiped the table off, and glasses stayed longer then I did. No one walking around taking drink orders. The atrium wasn’t as grand as some, but I still thought it was pretty. I didn’t have any more trouble getting on an elevator then on other ship. I do like the big glass elevators. Matt the cruise directors was great, very relaxed, funny, personable and everywhere! We were off the ship and in our car by 8:45.... All and All it wasn’t the best cruise we’ve taken but we had a good time, relaxed, and hated going back to work today!

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cruisellama 5 years ago

Thanks

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DFromATX 5 years ago

Glad to hear overall it was good and appreciate the honesty. Most of the negatives tend to be about the lounge layout and the disembarkation, so I’m glad you were able to get off quickly. We cruise the Vista in July.

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LMG1988 5 years ago

Thanks for the review! We did not get a Havana cabin, but cabins on the lido. Got mom & sis a cabin on the first floor and a little concerned because of many bringing up the elevators. She can walk, but... we are used to & ok with the OK food. LOL we always find something good and so thankful not to have to cook & clean. I think we have 47 days~ I’m excited to be with friends and family! And thanks for bringing up Bingo and the table situation... giving the heads up. Mom & kids are looking forward to the movies on the lido!

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medicmom05 5 years ago

Good, honest review. My daughter & I are sailing on Vista in March. We also are giving the Havana cabin a try. Seems like most cruises have a few things in common, the casino is smoky, & the buffet is ok. Lol!

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jenn2831 5 years ago

Thanks for the review. Very honest but unlike so many others not complain complain complain. Appreciate ur positive and negatives. We had a great time on the vista but i agree with some of ur points. We will b on her again next summer - looking forward to the havana cabin. Glad u had a good time 🌴🍹🏖🛳

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