Carnival Breeze 10/23/16 review....my first try at this photo review thing....

[caroher]

We ran to catch up to the catamaran. We were the last people on but I I kept taking pictures. looking back at the pierother side

our catamaran

This was one of the bumpiest rides I have ever taken. The other way to get to the island was on a speed boat but this actually felt like the speed boat. The water was very choppy and the winds were strong. A few people got nauseous on the ride including Nat. She just looked on straight ahead and we couldn't even get a smile out of her. After about 30 minutes or so we get to a tiny wooden "dock" and were instructed to walk out single file all the way to the beach where we would take the obligatory photo by the sign and then get more instructions on the island and time we would all head back. The guide were funny and engaging. Miguel was the head one I think and he told us that because of the many storms and very choppy waters, the water activities and snorkeling was canceled. Plus because our group was late going we would receive a 50% discount. So that was nice!! waiting on the rest of our group

First look at Isla Pasión

 

 

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[caroher]

This island is gorgeous. White soft sand all around us. Beautifully manicured palm trees (my favorite). Plenty of seating and some with tables and palapas. I was looking forward to the hammock that were supposed to be in the clear turquoise waters, but they were gone because of the water being rough.

did I mention I love the palm trees, I think this is a baby one

picked our spot and I went searching for the restrooms I want this sink and there was a shop selling them if anyone is interested

 

 

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[caroher]

Nat said she was going to give the water a try. I told her to be careful and not to try to swim out to far because they said the currents were very strong I followed her in but way to cold for me and the water was all turned up. Not pretty at all.. It was also very windy so maybe that's why the water was very cold. I put my feet in for a while but decided against going in.

 

 

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[caroher]

Instead I decided to go looking for someplace to lay down and relax. I saw something in the distance that looked promising yes! Hammocks! And I had my pick of them I picked me out a spot and put on some music because I had it all to myselfmy view from the hammock....heaven!left side viewmy right side viewmy upwards view

 

 

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[caroher]

https://vimeo.com/193206899

Video of how the turned up the water was

 

 

 

 

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[Cafedumonde]

Love your report!

[Jamericannn]

Nice start, those breakfast photos are making me hungry!

 

I was about to say the same thing

[easyboy]

Nice photos.

[caroher]

Thank you all for your nice words!!!

I'm sorry it's taking a long time but this is my first review and I don't want to miss anything. I want to be able to look back and re-live this cruise with the best of it. Thank you again!!!

 

 

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[LHARTWICK]

Thanking God for every wonderful day of life but especially this one because I'm on my cruise and healthy of course!

 

Amen.....and AMEN!!! I always pause on every cruise to thank God for blessing us with good health and the ability to cruise, among so many other blessings! And I'm not apologizing if this offends anyone. Thanks for taking the time to post this review. We sail on the Breeze on December 10. We've sailed on her sister ships, Magic and Dream, and they are two of our favorites. I know the Breeze won't disappoint. Thanks again!

[Rocknsoul]

And I'm not apologizing if this offends anyone.

 

When did this statement become a thing to follow praise? Gratitude for blessings is never offensive. Why make it so? 1 Peter 3:14-16

[JaniceB]

Isla Passion looks beautiful, may have to consider it.

[canadaman111]

Loving your review. WE are on the Breeze for our first ever cruise in 452 days.

[caroher]

Still on my Isla Pasión excursion.

Again this small island is very clean and super relax! I loved it. I walked along the edge just enjoying the breeze ( more like wind) but it felt good on the skin because it was pretty warm and the sun was strong. we started to get hungry and I went to check on my family. Are you ready for lunch? M gives the thumb up

walking toward the eating area. They had a variety of foods, from fajita tacos to some kind to pasta with tomato sauce. The food was good and we all went to seconds.

 

 

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[caroher]

everyone enjoyed their meals!buffet areamargaritas were fairly good...I'm not a big drinker so not a margarita specialist but I did have two of them and I was satisfied.https://vimeo.com/193984007 video showing you the amount of wind plus a little music for your enjoyment.

After lunch we decided to walk around the island. We discovered that on the other side from the beach there was a little lake area, kind of a lagoon. where M found a statue of one of his long past ancestors

 

 

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[caroher]

We decided to take family pictures

Then I wanted a snack and since there was some coconut trees there I asked M to get one down for meto bad they were to high, just out of reach....next time coconut, next time

Coming back towards the beach behind the shops we found a small enclosure with "Gasp"

TURTLES [emoji217]!!! I love turtles

 

 

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[caroher]

hi buddy!. I will name you tuts! I've always wanted a turtle named tuts. Now I don't know if we could pick the turtles up but please don't tell anyone because I don't want to get in trouble but I do know we are not supposed to kiss the turtles so don't worry she didn't, even though the turtle seems to want to

back with your fiends you go, until next time bye tuts!

We also saw a few iguanas roaming around and catching some sun rays

 

 

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[caroher]

Next I wanted to do some shopping. I collect, you guessed it, turtles from every place I go. So I go in search of one from this island. The shops here all have colorful murals painted on the sides that are pretty and interestingthis is my favorite

I go in a shop and tell a guy what I'm looking for and he brings these out the prices were outrageous ($40)and I did not purchase any there but when I I did get one at the port shops for way less and very similar in design ($5) this is a cabin that can be rented for your family to spend the day inside the cabana. Nobody rented it on our trip

random palm tree

 

 

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[caroher]

another anglemy attempt of a selfie with the sign in the background

Before we knew it we were lining up in pairs holding hands for those that had one to many margaritas. Heading back was not as bumpy but we headed straight for our cabin for showers.

Overall we really enjoyed our time at Isla Pasión! I recommend it greatly.

 

 

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[horsegal]

Great review so far! I have been considering Isla pasion, question about the food, my one year old is pretty picky and allergic to all dairy. Did you happen to notice if they had chicken nuggets or hot dogs? He likes pasta but I'd be worried that there is some milk or cheese in the sauce.

 

 

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[caroher]

Great review so far! I have been considering Isla pasion, question about the food, my one year old is pretty picky and allergic to all dairy. Did you happen to notice if they had chicken nuggets or hot dogs? He likes pasta but I'd be worried that there is some milk or cheese in the sauce.

 

 

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Yes, I believe they had hot dog or some kind of sausage.

 

 

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[horsegal]

Yes, I believe they had hot dog or some kind of sausage.

 

 

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Thank you!

 

 

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[heffy2]

Wonderful review so far! Thank you!!

[caroher]

Thank you all for hanging in there with me and my super long and detailed review!!!

 

Also anyone thinking of going to Isla Pasión will not be disappointed! It's a really chilled out place and at a good price.

 

 

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[caroher]

It's sunset time.....enjoy!https://vimeo.com/194172426. Sailing away at sunset

We look down and see the pilot boat

Bye, bye pilot guy

Ok back to the sunset

Now it's get ready for dinner and pictures and fight with M to dress up. He did with the compromise that we wouldn't do the main dining and just go to buffet....ok

 

 

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