sonicbuffalo

how many days? see counter below!

We loved the Sunshine, but it was a little too crowded for us.:cool:

Great reading so far. What ports were you going to? Thanks!

We've sailed The Miracle twice, and both were great itineraries. That being said, I'd skip on a 3rd time. I like to see new things!

We've been there and Aruba on ships 3 times and never missed due to anything. Beautiful island!

My wife and I usually wait until we're on a cruise and then try to find a suitable one and book it while on a cruise. Well, apparently those days are over. We invited DW's Mother and 2 sister in laws to go with us on our upcoming cruise. 2 of them received OBC, and so did we. For our next cruise, my wife and I already searched and booked another cruise, and of course, we can't invite anyone else to go with us so Carnival loses on that end. Sorry Carnival burns it's bridges.

sounds like the pvp was just going by Carnival's policies. I would give him/her another chance. There's only so much they can do.

I'm thinking maybe we should have taken another ship. We love to sit and people watch too. We hate hen they want to clear the chairs, etc. from the show rooms. It's not so much that they have to switch or change out rooms as it is knowing that the whole area is not really a theater for the arts, but more of a conversion room.

well....lets see!

I thought you were talking about the cabin we're going to be on in October....9470. Can't wait!:cool:

Before it gets lost among the haters, I'll type my thoughts.

 

I may be wrong, but I feel like Carnival is a "starter" cruise line...one for those to take a first cruise who aren't sure if a cruise is for them. A lower cost may sway them in that direction. Also, Carnival does not have all the "bells and whistles" of higher-priced cruise lines.

 

Others include internet access, but it was paid for in the cost of the cruise. Others may include some form of drink package, alcoholic or not, but that is included within the cruise fare. There may me some that have butler service (I don't know). Etc., etc., etc...

 

As to my experiences:

I find the food, for the most part, to be quite good.

I find the cabins, though smaller than a hotel room, to be adequate and comfortable.

I find the entertainment/activities to be plentiful and fun.

I find the prices for drinks/shopping to be comparable to resort destinations.

And I find the service and attitude I have experienced from the staff and crew to be top-notch.

 

Again, these are my experiences. I'm sure the others will chime in with opposing views, but that's fine.

I agree with those sentiments! Always have had a great Carnival cruise!

A couple of shots of Crown Royal will fix you right up!;p;p:cool:

I've always used a PVP, or booked when I'm already on a cruise. That being said, I booked our next cruise when we were on our last cruise. I also did some serious research and found that Carnival's pricing when booked through a PVP was over $150 higher than the quote I got from a TA. I booked with the TA, and so far, I'm happy with that decision. I might not have gotten OBC, but I saved over $150, so that's my OBC.

We always take our anniversary cruise in early October. That being said, we've never missed an island out of 7 cruises sailing usually on October 9th every year! The weather has been great and we love that time of year. You won't be disappointed!:cool::cool:

lets see how many days!

lets see!

Thanks for the great review! I thoroughly enjoyed it, and will look forward to your future cruises and reviews!

I would call Carnival.....just to make sure!

I don't know....let me check..............................................:cool:

Here's wishing you both a Happy & Prosperous Marriage! Can you please give us your itinerary before you go any further? Thanks!

After this second trip at the Tug Boat, we moved on and headed back.

 

 

 

 

 

 

About this time...I noticed something was wrong with Sakari. She darted up to the surface and the instructor zoomed up after her.

 

 

What could have possibly went wrong? She's my fearless little diver. Oh geesh, there goes my heart again. He was at the surface and holding her.

 

I think she saw an eel.

Read about the 2 new ships HERE.

love the review....Sakari's Mermaid tails are awesome and her drawings are fantastic....but Sakari, please paint some too!

awesome review.....love Sakari's Mermaid tails and especially her drawings.....please paint some too!

If, on the other hand, the cruise lines continue to build newer ships, with 15-20 dining venues and charging for all meals, my cruising days will be over. I hope it doesn't come to that.

Norwegian is the worst at Nickle & Damning you....RCCL is a close second....