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I tried to look at uber for April (probably too far away) and I didn't see the car seat option that I'm supposed to see. Not sure what's up with that..hmm. 

31 minutes ago, LHT28 said:

check the Florida  board for info

https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/386-florida-departures/

 

 A private car service might be worth the price  or stay in FLL then take  a service in the morning to the port

FLL hotels are usually cheaper than Miami  IME

Awesome! Thank you so much. I didn't know if it made more sense to stay in Miami the night before just in case traffic is terrible or who knows what happens in the 30min drive 

37 minutes ago, cruise_gal21 said:

So does this actually mean that I don’t need that exemption I submitted for my 1yo daughter now? No more waiting on pins and needles wondering if we’re going to cruise in 5 weeks? I can finally tell my oldest kiddo that we’re going on a cruise without fear that we will be denied due to no exemption? Just double checking I’ve read this correctly. TIA!

This is the way I'm reading it.....This would be a wonderful relief here as well, 2+4 year old

Hello all,

I'll be traveling with my aunt, my MIL, wifey and our two kids(2+4yrs old). We are landing in FLL as it's much cheaper than landing in Miami. However, not sure how to get from the FLL airport to Miami airport or to a miami hotel we have yet to book. 

Anyone have any experiences? I recall doing the tri-rail years ago, but that was pre-kids. That whole process of getting to the train,,,,then disembarking train to get to miami airport would probably be a nightmare with kiddos.

Thanks in advance!

Am I stupid or did they relax the mask requirements from requested to reccomend in Feb and March? Recommend means you should but don't have to? This sounds good to me? If you want to wear one you can, if you don't want to you don't have to... 

Do you get any sort of internet access for free? 

Any thoughts on the elevators? I always hear folks complain about the horizons smart elevators 

Thank you so much to everyone. I was almost certain everyone would pick Mardi Gras, as it's the newest ship. Definitely surprised there. I think we will go with the consensus and try out the ABC route #1 on the Horizon.
 

Honestly having been on 4 cruises, I have not been THAT impressed with the locations I've been to (Cozumel, Grand Turk, Nassau, Falmouth(Jamaica), and Grand Cayman. They all seemed to blend together mostly. We usually do tours though and swimming with dolphins once.

We will have a 2yr+4yr old with us at the time, so excursions may be hard to do. We are excited either way for our first family cruise :).

Options below. Not familiar with most of these destinations. 

Carnival Horizon:

8 days - Southern Caribbean - Miami >>(Curacao, Aruba, Bonaire) April 30th-May 8th --

8 days - Southern Caribbean - Miami >>(Curacao, Aruba, Amber Cove, La Romana) May 14th-May 22nd -- 

6 days - Western Caribbean - Miami >>(Cozumel, Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman) April 24th-April 30th -- 

Carnival Mardi Gras:

7 days - Western Caribbean - Port Canaveral >>(Cozumel, Mahogany Bay, Costa Maya) April 30th-May 7th 

7 days - Eastern Caribbean - Port Canaveral >>(Grand Turk, San Juan, Amber Cove) April 23rd-April 30th -- 

Thank you for the feedback everyone!

I've literally never used a TA as I like doing things myself. Would you recommend googling "Best cruise trip advisor? " I know you can't recommend specific companies on here 🙂

Hello all,

I/we haven't been on a cruise in about 4 years now. Since then we've had two children (3yr+1yr). We were thinking of booking a cruise on the Mardi Gras in April/May of 2022. We are both vax'd but not sure when the kids will get the greenlight on that front. Most signs point to September/later fall for 2+.

My question is, would you book now if it were you for a trip not knowing if the kids would be able to go? Surely the vaccine for them will be available before March 😮

Thanks for any advice/input in advance!

Thank you for the welcome back and the information 🙂

12 hours ago, mom says said:

There is a Family Cruises forum that may be more informative than this one, which tends to be more general:  https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/28-family-cruises/

Thank you very much 

Hello all,

Anyone out there have any personal reviews or trip reports you've created after your trips with toddlers? Or if you know where I can find any. Just wanting to read some experiences. 

Is your question answered?

yes =)

Yeah I'm not sure about taking the BC, that would have the wrong name too lol

Crap, sorry all. Yeah we are bringing ID+Passport+Original Marriage License. Not birth Certificate. --Passport is still good for her, for around 6 more years.

Cruise Documents

Q: Does the name on my reservation need to match the name on my passport?A: Yes. It is important that the name on your reservation be exactly as it is stated on your passport or other official proof of nationality. If your name has changed since your document was issued (e.g., marriage or divorce), it is required that you update the document with the new name or provide an official supporting document (e.g., a state, county or province issued marriage license, divorce decree or legal name change document) of the name change. All documents must be the original or a notarized copy. Additionally, if you are using an identification (e.g., driver's license) and a citizenship document ( e.g., birth certificate), then BOTH documents must match the name on your reservation. Otherwise, it may result in delay or possible denial of boarding.

Hello all,

Just wondering if anyone has ever used their marriage license+ID instead of passport? ---Just married so my wife's passport is "out of date". Just wondering how smooth this will be as I'm hoping for no issues. On their website it says if there was a name change recently just bring the marriage license and your ID. So hopefully it will be easy p-z

I've some doc's I can print and take with me to confirm this , so I'll do just that

I should have been a bit more specific. This came from a third party website, not a Travel Agent, unless a third party website is considered a travel agent :P

Hopefully we will see all of this on our account when we are on the boat.

Hello friends,

Just wondering if anyone has ever had tips included, or onboard credit? How do you get this benefit or know that you have it? We booked via third party and it was part of the deal, but not sure how we will obtain this or what to expect to be honest.

:) 4 days to go!!

Thank you everyone, appreciate all the help. 2 weeks to go :D :D

What's the liklihood of the pay restaurants being really packed every single night? Would you recommend making a reservation now vs while on the boat?

Okay, that makes sense. What time is the alternative then? What time can't I show up at? Is it 6:30 or 8 as @taglovestocruise mentioned?

Hello all,

Forgive my stupidity. I've only cruised on Carnival Cruises in the past. When previously doing My time dining, I just showed up whenever. At the "free" restaurants on board. According to this e-mail I got.

"Thanks for signing up for My Time Dining, the flexible and easy way to plan your dinner schedule throughout your cruise. Make sure you log on and select your dinner time for every night of the cruise."

So....I don't actually have my time, I have to select it ahead of time???