What did you think about the Paradise?

[cruise_pirate]

Cannot find a whole lot of info on the Paradise. If you cruised on the ship what were your thoughts? Only info I got from a friend was, it was in bad need of repairs and renovations.

[Tampa cruiser1963]

Cannot find a whole lot of info on the Paradise. If you cruised on the ship what were your thoughts? Only info I got from a friend was, it was in bad need of repairs and renovations.

 

That is completely inacurate. The ship is in great shape and got hotel make over (carpet etc.) just a couple of years ago. She does not have the Funship 2.0 upgrades yet, and like the Elation did not get waterworks on the aft deck. Yes the Joe Farcus decor is out dated, but who really cares?

I have sailed the Paradise twice with another coming up in two weeks. Of the three Carnival ships I have sailed, the Paradise has the best food and equal or greater service.

[cruise_pirate]

Thanks. After posting this thread I saw a similar post. Sorry about that. But thank you for the info that makes me feel better! :). I am taking several couples along and it will be the first cruise for all of them. I was beginning to think I should have booked a different ship for a short 5 day trip.

 

 

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[capcutie2002]

I loved the Paradise ship. It's my favorite Carnival ship so far. The employees on the ship are super friendly, the food was great, the ship was in great condition, and my vacation was perfect. I completely do not agree about the ship being in bad need of repairs. It is a lovely smaller ship. It also seems to frequently be in the top 5 ships list that John Heald posts on FB, which is based on the customer surveys.

[DarthGrady]

Granted, I haven't been on her in a few years, but I thought she was a great ship. Definitely the nicest interior of any of the Fantasy Class ships I've been on. I also don't believe she's had the Waterworks added, so she'll still have the aft pool, which is one of my favorite areas on those ships.

[cruise_pirate]

Thanks for all the info! Feeling much better about this decision! It is hard to find any recent photos or info on this ship. Maybe due to the fact it is fairly new to the East coast.

 

Lonnie

[5soccer9]

We sailed on the Paradise last summer and loved it. I didn't have one complaint about the ship. For a smaller older ship it was wonderful. WE did the Chef Table on there as well and had a blast. Well worth it.

[cruise_pirate]

We sailed on the Paradise last summer and loved it. I didn't have one complaint about the ship. For a smaller older ship it was wonderful. WE did the Chef Table on there as well and had a blast. Well worth it.

 

Good news! :D

[dulcimergirl]

I liked the Paradise. Easy to get around, nice layout. I thought it was in excellent shape, and I did the Behind the Fun tour. They keep all area's of the ship in good shape. It is a smaller, Fantasy class ship, but she has class. Oh, the crew was very friendly and food and activities excellent. My only complaint would be the loud music just outside the casino every evening. Hurts your ears it will. I try to remember to bring ear plugs for this reason. Serenity deck is nice, with cozy shady spots along with sunny places. Very convenient to just run up the stairs to the Lido buffet and bar area.

[rolaur]

Was on the Paradise this last New Years and loved it. Although a Fantasy class and smaller, she is very well kept and the crew was fantastic. The decor is very "Carnival" but that's to be expected. You will not be disappointed in her. We will be on her again this New Years as well!

[cruise_pirate]

Was on the Paradise this last New Years and loved it. Although a Fantasy class and smaller, she is very well kept and the crew was fantastic. The decor is very "Carnival" but that's to be expected. You will not be disappointed in her. We will be on her again this New Years as well!

 

Don't trash it! We cruise on the 20th of January!;)

[tinkerbell_82]

All of these positive responses make me very very happy (we're getting married on her next April).

 

We're actually doing a tour on July 13 as part of our wedding package to see the venues. I'm SO excited (but am going to be SO sad when I have to get off before she sails away!!) :)

[CruisinCrow]

We were on Paradise over Memorial weekend. There's a link to my review with pictures in my signature.

 

I didn't think Paradise was in bad shape at all. Yes, the decor is somewhat dated and "Farcus-y" but nothing looked worn. The ship was actually prettier than I was expecting. I liked the artwork and color-scheme.

 

I found the ship to be really crowded but that may have been because it was a holiday weekend. We've been on Fantasy class ships before and I don't remember ever dealing with that many people and long lines.

 

We had a great cruise.

 

 

(Aside - Hi, Tinkerbell. We were on Monarch with you last year. Congrats on your upcoming wedding!)

[Socref124]

Cannot find a whole lot of info on the Paradise. If you cruised on the ship what were your thoughts? Only info I got from a friend was, it was in bad need of repairs and renovations.

 

We did the Paradise at the end of March and had a great time. There were seven of us, aged 7 to 62, and we were very pleased with the food, service and comedians.:D I never saw anything that was in need of repair or renovation and would not hesitate to sail on the Paradise again.

[cruise_pirate]

We were on Paradise over Memorial weekend. There's a link to my review with pictures in my signature.

 

I didn't think Paradise was in bad shape at all. Yes, the decor is somewhat dated and "Farcus-y" but nothing looked worn. The ship was actually prettier than I was expecting. I liked the artwork and color-scheme.

 

I found the ship to be really crowded but that may have been because it was a holiday weekend. We've been on Fantasy class ships before and I don't remember ever dealing with that many people and long lines.

 

We had a great cruise.

 

 

(Aside - Hi, Tinkerbell. We were on Monarch with you last year. Congrats on your upcoming wedding!)

 

Thanks! Loved the pics!!:)

 

We did the Paradise at the end of March and had a great time. There were seven of us, aged 7 to 62, and we were very pleased with the food, service and comedians.:D I never saw anything that was in need of repair or renovation and would not hesitate to sail on the Paradise again.

 

Thanks for the insight! I was having thoughts the ship was going to look more like the Holiday. Don't get me wrong the Holiday was one of my all time favorites as far as fun goes, but was very dated and looked like it rolled straight out of the 70's. Thought I may run across the cast from Love Boat! :p

[Tampa cruiser1963]

Lido

 

Going under the Skyway bridge

[LUVMYGSDOG]

Count me in as another who loved the Paradise! Didn't see anything worn or in need of repair.

 

 

 

Kim

[Tampa cruiser1963]

Grand atrium

 

 

Example of decor (elevator lobby).

[cruise_pirate]

Well I am going to sleep so much better tonight! Love the pics and all the positive comments :)

[CruisinCrow]

We did the Paradise at the end of March and had a great time. There were seven of us, aged 7 to 62, and we were very pleased with the food, service and comedians.:D

 

We went to the comedy show the last night and it was great. I wished we had gone every night!

[clearwatergirl]

We sailed on the Paradise for the first time over Memorial Day weekend. While a smaller ship, I found her to be in fairly good shape. Some tired spots but overall, very clean and tidy. Missed the 2.0 upgrades but hey, I was on a cruise ship! :D

 

I found the decor to be more subdued in comparison to other "joe farcus" designs. Lots of yellow and browns, warm colors. The atrium is beautifully lit at night.

 

We thought the wait staff in the MDR was exceptional and our steward just OK. Room was always fresh and clean when you expected it to be. Nothing over the top with food, standard Carnival fare. We tend to shy away from the buffet area and eat in the MDR but found buffet food to be OK. Didn't experience any long lines.

 

Entertainment was very good. Large stage area for such a small ship. Good production shows, enjoyed the punch liner club and various musicians throughout the ship during the 5 day cruise.

 

We had an ocean view stateroom on deck 5. Found the configuration somewhat bothersome due to a large box in the corner under the TV cabinet that contained the life vests. Made it awkward to the guy who slept closest to the window. Oh, well, would look into a different stateroom for the next time.

 

Overall, it wasn't a dissapointment and I would sail her again. Have a great cruise.:)

[cruise_pirate]

We sailed on the Paradise for the first time over Memorial Day weekend. While a smaller ship, I found her to be in fairly good shape. Some tired spots but overall, very clean and tidy. Missed the 2.0 upgrades but hey, I was on a cruise ship! :D

 

I found the decor to be more subdued in comparison to other "joe farcus" designs. Lots of yellow and browns, warm colors. The atrium is beautifully lit at night.

 

We thought the wait staff in the MDR was exceptional and our steward just OK. Room was always fresh and clean when you expected it to be. Nothing over the top with food, standard Carnival fare. We tend to shy away from the buffet area and eat in the MDR but found buffet food to be OK. Didn't experience any long lines.

 

Entertainment was very good. Large stage area for such a small ship. Good production shows, enjoyed the punch liner club and various musicians throughout the ship during the 5 day cruise.

 

We had an ocean view stateroom on deck 5. Found the configuration somewhat bothersome due to a large box in the corner under the TV cabinet that contained the life vests. Made it awkward to the guy who slept closest to the window. Oh, well, would look into a different stateroom for the next time.

 

Overall, it wasn't a dissapointment and I would sail her again. Have a great cruise.:)

 

Thanks for your quick review! The room sounds like the other Fantasy class ships were before the upgrades with that funny corner unit and old tube type tv mounted above it:rolleyes:

[CruisinCrow]

Thanks for your quick review! The room sounds like the other Fantasy class ships were before the upgrades with that funny corner unit and old tube type tv mounted above it:rolleyes:

 

That TV box was still mounted on our wall but the TV had been replaced by a flat screen.

[sjn911]

Paradise was my first Carnival cruise from Long Beach in 2009..I just think she is a beautiful little ship...food was good, maritime decor in some places very cool..the ship painting in the big main bar...so cool...the Library artifacts neat...

 

The tea, the main dining room food and service..both great just great. The spa and all wonderful. Very quiet 1A I had on Empress..perfect. Big 10 top table in restaurant..wonderful..solos and couples..killer service..just before they changed things.

 

I liked the shows too...and the shipsize,..and the families doing kareoke and watching Australia in that lounge one afternoon..i much preferred my 2009 trip on her over the Spirit in 2012 which really surprised me...Looking forward to someday trying her again..that is a nice size for service..Sarah

[cruise_pirate]

Thanks Sarah! :)

 

 

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