Carnival Vista Slow going but smooth

Carnival Vista Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 21

Overall rating:

3.9 out of 5
Carnival Vista

7 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

Sail date: May 28, 2022

Ship: Carnival Vista

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 10274

Traveled as: Family (young children)

Reviewed: 2 years ago

Review summary

Sailed May 28-June 4 2022, cruising speed was slow no higher then 20 knots. Ship was in good shape but the engine issue needs to be addressed sooner then later. The cruise was completely sold out to max capacity. The crew was great but definitely over whelmed by the amount of passengers. Some venues were closed due to the lack of crew. The slides were closed but the sky ride and ropes course were open during peak times. Good luck getting a lounge chair. Some deck parties were canceled due to weather or short staff. There were a lot of people reporting that they tested positive on the day that they returned or while on the cruise. Ports were good, be careful in Jamaica. Grand Cayman Turtle Farm was great, Cozumel Dolphin experience was excellent. All were through Carnival.

Embarkation

5 out of 5
Embarkation was quick and easy with Verifly

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5
Ship was clean and the staff were excellent. Same old Carnival food.

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5
Some venues were closed due to the lack of crew. The slides were closed but the sky ride and ropes course were open during peak times. Good luck getting a lounge chair. Some deck parties were canceled due to weather or short staff.

Entertainment

3 out of 5
same shows as usual. Good performances by the crew.

Children's Programs

4 out of 5
the kids loved the programs, even though the hours were shortened.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
excellent service and staff

Ship Quality

4 out of 5
Sailed May 28-June 4 2022, cruising speed was slow no higher then 20 knots. Ship was in good shape but the engine issue needs to be addressed sooner then later. The cruise was completely sold out to max capacity.

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5
Great cabin steward (Chio) the cabin was always cleaned and ready. everything worked.

Ship tip

Sailed May 28-June 4 2022, cruising speed was slow no higher then 20 knots. Ship was in good shape but the engine issue needs to be addressed sooner then later. The cruise was completely sold out to max capacity. The crew was great but definitely over whelmed by the amount of passengers. Some venues were closed due to the lack of crew. The slides were closed but the sky ride and ropes course were open during peak times. Good luck getting a lounge chair. Some deck parties were canceled due to weather or short staff. There were a lot of people reporting that they tested positive on the day that they returned or while on the cruise. Ports were good, be careful in Jamaica. Grand Cayman Turtle Farm was great, Cozumel Dolphin experience was excellent. All were through Carnival.  

Disembarkation

1 out of 5
very disorganized. too many people trying to be the first ones off the ship.
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7 Comments

GabeNSteph    2 years ago

Thanks for your comments

javawoody    2 years ago

Appreciate the review

jallaway    2 years ago

Cl, I never did the water slides and didn't pay much attention but I noticed them working at least once when I was up in the serenity area. Maybe it was only one of them?

Wxman23    2 years ago

The slides were never opened? Seems like a stupid thing to keep closed given the number of kids and something that even with a line goes quick to do.

Gwbigdog    2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise

GiantRay    2 years ago

I’m glad to hear your feedback. I’m taking the same itinerary on august 6 with my grandson. I hope this engine issue be fixed by then. Is getting ridiculous now.

AuntPinkie    2 years ago

Appreciate your feedback. Glad you mostly enjoyed your cruise.

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