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Does anyone know if there is a hotel that offers a free shuttle from MIA airport then in the morning to the port? We're only flying in to sleep at the hotel then go straight to the port.

TIA

I applied for my kids on April 29th and did not do the expedited process. I just checked and they should be here this week.

go to the "Florida" section of this site and you will find your question answered dozens of times. just scroll through the threads and ye shall find thy answer. ;)

Thanks! I had no idea there was a Florida section.

We have 4 adults and 4 kids going on the Liberty soon. We're staying at a hotel over night and were wondering what the cheapest option for transfer to the port is?

TIA

Hi Everyone,

We're going on our first carnival cruise with another family so there will be 8 of us total, 4 adults and 4 kids (ages 9, 7,7, 4). Our two ports will be Nassau and Freeport and we're looking into shore excursions to do with the whole group. Snorkling and Atlantis are out of the question so is there anything else that you all recommend?

TIA

June 11-15 sailing.

In my opinion, I prefer the MDR food on carnival over RCCL... when are you planning on sailing (this will help us with the surrounded by drunks question). How long/destination of the cruises u are comparing? The two ships are similar in overall design, so itinerary and dates will make all the difference

Yes, you're absolutely right about my attitude going into the trip. Since we have young kids, we love the Dr. Seuss theme but are weary about them being surrounded by a bunch of drunk people. But one of my biggest reservation is the food. I have heard the food in the MDR is not as good as RC or Celebrity but if she was your favorite ****, it definitely says a lot!

Thank you for your insight, it was soo helpful!

For years Liberty was our favorite ship in the fleet; we've sailed her five times. She was replaced by our current favorite Carnival Breeze. We have sailed most Conquest class ships, but not Conquest herself so I cannot directly compare the two.

 

'This is our 4th cruise however first on Carnival so we have some reservations with the ship already.' I'm not sure what you mean, but assume you have reservations about Carnival's reputation? Carnival is the largest cruise line in the world for a reason; they do what they do well. If you go planning to have a bad time, you will. If you go planning to enjoy yourself, you will. :cool:

Hi all

We are having a hard time deciding between the conquest and liberty. This is our 4th cruise however first on Carnival so we have some reservations with the ship already. More importantly, we have our friends sailing with us who have never cruised before. In total, we will have 4 adults and 4 kids ranging from 9 y/o to 4 y/o.

Any help would be so helpful!

Thanks!

Hi everyone,

Hoping to get some insight as we're planning on taking a cruise soon (haven't decided which line yet but probably RC or NCL). We just started planning the last few days and are in a bit of a sticker shock with the prices. My husband and I have cruised before and so it's only been priced for 2 people, now its 5! I noticed that NCL has kids sail free but of course during May and then again in Sept, not during peak season of course.

So now my question is to those who have cruised with kids: (we are open to ports, length and itinerary)

1) What tricks or discounts did you find to help cut the cost?

2) Did you travel with less than 2 yr old and how was it?

3) What ship do you recommend?

Thank you in advance as this seems like its going to be more costly and difficult than we thought and so I'm looking for some glimmer of hope.