HiediLC
It's not like the other carnival ships at all. I honestly would skip the buffet. Try Big Chicken! Bolt was amazing! Scary but amazing. Ropes course was fun. I made the mistake of doing it on a windy sea day..I would do it on a port day next time.
Karen309
Check the maps when getting off elevator, really helps to know what direction to go.
marciaputnam
Do not bring any bottled water onto ship. They will take it away and discard it.
kpenn
Do your research before picking this ship. I am so glad I did but there were things even I had to figure out on my own. Take a Xanax before using the elevators or get yourself a room that’s in close proximity to most of the things you want to do. She’s a big girl.
bricths67
Wear comfortable shoes. If Alchemy is your bar of choice, get there early. The place fills up quickly and soon they are 2 and 3 deep ordering drinks
annyka
Wear comfortable shoes for walking the ship. Try new activities, shows, and food. Relax and enjoy!
annyka
If you really want to ride Bolt, book early and don’t necessarily wait for a sea day to ride it. It can get canceled due to wind. Ours was canceled three times before we were able to ride (during a sea day).
yeggy66
Public bathrooms are too small and doors stay open too long, use your room bathroom.
cherylvang
Be prepared to walk & explore the beautiful ship.
SharonCeleste
Book shore excursion early.
PamelaJRay
Know that cash is still used on board for tipping, and that all receipts do include an initial 18% gratuity. I missed that part the first 3 days. They add the overall tip requirements to your sail and sign card a couple of days before the end of the trip.
jenprevoznik
Get ready to do a lot of walking because there is a LOT on this ship to explore and do!
julsk
Bathroom light tap top for full light & tap bottom for lower light which is great for those late night visits. Muffins, fresh fruit, granola & breakfast sandwiches are good & free at Coffee place near Center Stage, 6 mid ship. Get seats up front at Center Stage shows at least 30 minutes before showtimes. Definitely use app onboard especially for reserving dinner with just 10 - 15 minute wait time. No library so bring your own reading material. The coffee machine at Pig & Anchor is supposedly the best self service machine on the ship. If you only drink tea, know that they only have Nugelow Green Tea, some no name brand jasmine tea, regular black tea & a decaffeinated black tea.
RoryH
Show up early to center stage shows to get good seats.
KonnerMcGowan
Find the time to explore the whole ship! it’s worth it
quinnlefeber
Book bolt and spa services early. Ask highly recommend steakhouse
AndieDavis
Make sure you try all of the new food options on board if you can. Book your reservations ahead of time to save time when you’re on the ship. Lots of these places are only exclusive to this ship so keep that in mind, :)
mjvjr1978
If this is your first cruise you’ll be blown away. If not, then you may be disappointed. Especially if you’ve done Disney or Royal Caribbean….
theundertow
It’s a massive ship, try everything that you can you won’t regret it
ryder663
RIDE BOLT!!!! And get a balcony. Nothing like going into and out of ports of call.
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