Medinkr Posted April 7, 2017 #1 Share Posted April 7, 2017 I will be sailing out of Galveston June 2018 (long ways away, I know) and I've noticed there are very few reviews/threads about Valor. Is there anything wrong with her??? Since there are few, I figured I would start a thread and see where it goes. On Valor, which deck is your favorite and give specific reasons why. I want to experience every deck but want to know the high lights. Thank you for reading a newbies post and contributing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsilva Posted April 8, 2017 #2 Share Posted April 8, 2017 I'm sailing on the Valor on 10 days first time with Carnival. I noticed too that the talk about the Valor is very sparse. I'll let you know what I think on my return.😀 Sent from my Pixel XL using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OkieRican Posted April 8, 2017 #3 Share Posted April 8, 2017 I will be going on the Valor in May! First cruise. Last family vacation before son #2 leaves me (graduates next year and plans on going to the Air Force :loudcry:). I am looking forward to it and have done everything in my power not to start packing already :'). I would love to know more about the Valor and all it has to offer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medinkr Posted April 8, 2017 Author #4 Share Posted April 8, 2017 I'm sailing on the Valor on 10 days first time with Carnival. I noticed too that the talk about the Valor is very sparse. I'll let you know what I think on my return.😀 Sent from my Pixel XL using Forums mobile app Yes, the conversations are extremely sparse. I wonder why that is so... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shopreh Posted April 8, 2017 #5 Share Posted April 8, 2017 I'll be going on the Valor on my first cruise April 22. My co-worker is sailing out tomorrow. The Valor used to sail out of Florida but is now port in Galveston. Not sure if that is why there's not a lot of conversations? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OkieRican Posted April 8, 2017 #6 Share Posted April 8, 2017 I check under the actual review section of this website. It has 4/5 starts. You can find it here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medinkr Posted April 8, 2017 Author #7 Share Posted April 8, 2017 I check under the actual review section of this website. It has 4/5 starts. You can find it here The link doesn't work but I'm wanting more of a user's view of any particular deck and what they enjoyed most about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vmt514 Posted April 8, 2017 #8 Share Posted April 8, 2017 We sailed on Valor last summer. It was a good size for a first cruise, not our first. Loved the upgrades, Alchemy Bar was my favorite spot. It was a summer and packed cruise. Hard to get into a comedy show. Casino is open so if you don't smoke, beware. There was a great oldies band but right by the Casino - not a favorite place for us as we like to breath fresh air. Also on our trip the piano player was hurt, so there wasn't any piano bar music after the first night or 2. Wasn't my favorite decor. And our room steward was not to be found. My sister was on the same cruise, different deck, and she had a great room steward. Food was ok, but we had a bad experience in the specialty dining steak restaurant. But it was our first time to on a Southern cruise, 3 new ports for us. That was really good. Also entertainment, although sparsely attended, the shows were very good. But any cruise is a good cruise. Most of the staff was great. Do the sea day brunch, really nice. Watch the daily Compass for specials. And have a great time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medinkr Posted April 8, 2017 Author #9 Share Posted April 8, 2017 We sailed on Valor last summer. It was a good size for a first cruise, not our first. Loved the upgrades, Alchemy Bar was my favorite spot. It was a summer and packed cruise. Hard to get into a comedy show. Casino is open so if you don't smoke, beware. There was a great oldies band but right by the Casino - not a favorite place for us as we like to breath fresh air. Also on our trip the piano player was hurt, so there wasn't any piano bar music after the first night or 2. Wasn't my favorite decor. And our room steward was not to be found. My sister was on the same cruise, different deck, and she had a great room steward. Food was ok, but we had a bad experience in the specialty dining steak restaurant. But it was our first time to on a Southern cruise, 3 new ports for us. That was really good. Also entertainment, although sparsely attended, the shows were very good. But any cruise is a good cruise. Most of the staff was great. Do the sea day brunch, really nice. Watch the daily Compass for specials. And have a great time! Thank you so much for the thorough response! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cibolodave Posted April 9, 2017 #10 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Making our first trip on the Valor this December. Cant wait to hear about everyone's experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medinkr Posted April 9, 2017 Author #11 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Making our first trip on the Valor this December. Cant wait to hear about everyone's experience. If you remember, please report your experiences as well! I won't be shipping out until June 2018 so I would love to hear how you enjoyed your trip, what was your favorite part of the ship and why, and what excursions (if any) did you enjoy. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LouisianaCruiser4200 Posted April 9, 2017 #12 Share Posted April 9, 2017 This is just a wild guess, but does it have anything to do with the Valor's limited port options? She only goes to two places so maybe that has something to do with it. But then again, Triumph goes to the same places. Lots more talk about her Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medinkr Posted April 9, 2017 Author #13 Share Posted April 9, 2017 I'm not sure as I am just getting into the cruising world. She's been around for a bit So it's not like she's a young ship. Curioser and Curioser... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruiser0216 Posted April 9, 2017 #14 Share Posted April 9, 2017 I am leaving on the Valor on 4/27 and it will be my first time on this ship; however, I sailed on her sister ship - Freedom - last summer. Since they are basically the same, here were my favorite spots: -Serenity -clamshells and hot tubs -Adults only pool - tables for eating back here that are very secluded too -Alchemy Bar -The promenade for people watching Our favorite activities were: -Eating at the MDR each night -Comedy Shows, Entertainment Shows -Alchemy Bar -Piano Bar -Pool deck (obviously) The Freedom, and I'm sure the Valor too, was wonderful. Enjoy your trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medinkr Posted April 9, 2017 Author #15 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Thank you for the tips, much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gannk Posted April 9, 2017 #16 Share Posted April 9, 2017 We sailed on her out of Galveston in February. You probably don't see a lot of reviews for your itinerary because it is relatively new to Galveston. We loved Valor. We were on deck 7, in a balcony. It was nice to have rooms above and below us. Our room was close to the aft elevator, so we were convenient to the buffet, pizza pirate, and aft pool. Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medinkr Posted April 9, 2017 Author #17 Share Posted April 9, 2017 We sailed on her out of Galveston in February. You probably don't see a lot of reviews for your itinerary because it is relatively new to Galveston. We loved Valor. We were on deck 7, in a balcony. It was nice to have rooms above and below us. Our room was close to the aft elevator, so we were convenient to the buffet, pizza pirate, and aft pool. Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Thank you for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OkieRican Posted April 11, 2017 #18 Share Posted April 11, 2017 We sailed on her out of Galveston in February. You probably don't see a lot of reviews for your itinerary because it is relatively new to Galveston. We loved Valor. We were on deck 7, in a balcony. It was nice to have rooms above and below us. Our room was close to the aft elevator, so we were convenient to the buffet, pizza pirate, and aft pool. Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app This will be our first cruise. We sail May 20th. I know our cruise will more than likely be more crowded since schools will be getting out around that time. Did you do any of the excursions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsilva Posted April 11, 2017 #19 Share Posted April 11, 2017 Yes, the conversations are extremely sparse. I wonder why that is so... Well... I am going with she is Carnivals best kept secret:D:cool::D Will find out in a few days! Shorter cruise than my past couple but so looking forward to some time off work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsilva Posted April 11, 2017 #20 Share Posted April 11, 2017 We sailed on Valor last summer. It was a good size for a first cruise, not our first. Loved the upgrades, Alchemy Bar was my favorite spot. It was a summer and packed cruise. Hard to get into a comedy show. Casino is open so if you don't smoke, beware. There was a great oldies band but right by the Casino - not a favorite place for us as we like to breath fresh air. Also on our trip the piano player was hurt, so there wasn't any piano bar music after the first night or 2. Wasn't my favorite decor. And our room steward was not to be found. My sister was on the same cruise, different deck, and she had a great room steward. Food was ok, but we had a bad experience in the specialty dining steak restaurant. But it was our first time to on a Southern cruise, 3 new ports for us. That was really good. Also entertainment, although sparsely attended, the shows were very good. But any cruise is a good cruise. Most of the staff was great. Do the sea day brunch, really nice. Watch the daily Compass for specials. And have a great time! Looking forward to spending some time at the Alchemy Bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldalvarado Posted April 11, 2017 #21 Share Posted April 11, 2017 I am leaving on the Valor on 4/27 and it will be my first time on this ship; however, I sailed on her sister ship - Freedom - last summer. Since they are basically the same, here were my favorite spots: -Serenity -clamshells and hot tubs -Adults only pool - tables for eating back here that are very secluded too -Alchemy Bar -The promenade for people watching Our favorite activities were: -Eating at the MDR each night -Comedy Shows, Entertainment Shows -Alchemy Bar -Piano Bar -Pool deck (obviously) The Freedom, and I'm sure the Valor too, was wonderful. Enjoy your trip! We're on the Valor right now. I plan to post more when we return but just to let you know, the aft pool is now family friendly. The adults only Serenity area is all the way forward on 11,in front of the spa. No pool or hot tubs. Just deck chairs and a few clamshells. Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RubyGold Posted April 11, 2017 #22 Share Posted April 11, 2017 My favourite deck is 9, because it had my cabin on. It was the 6k grand scenic ocean view. I've never spent that much time inside a cabin before but sunset/sunrise or stargazing was just amazing. We had 9200 and it has floor to ceiling windows all around one entire side. It's also around twice the floor space of a regular ocean view with very little added cost. Loved itinerary and the ship. Best cruise ever! Sent from my SM-T520 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medinkr Posted April 12, 2017 Author #23 Share Posted April 12, 2017 We're on the Valor right now. I plan to post more when we return but just to let you know, the aft pool is now family friendly. The adults only Serenity area is all the way forward on 11,in front of the spa. No pool or hot tubs. Just deck chairs and a few clamshells. Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk That's odd. From the deck plans, deck 11 is fitness/spa/sports deck. Did they add a pool somewhere? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medinkr Posted April 12, 2017 Author #24 Share Posted April 12, 2017 My favourite deck is 9, because it had my cabin on. It was the 6k grand scenic ocean view. I've never spent that much time inside a cabin before but sunset/sunrise or stargazing was just amazing. We had 9200 and it has floor to ceiling windows all around one entire side. It's also around twice the floor space of a regular ocean view with very little added cost. Loved itinerary and the ship. Best cruise ever! Sent from my SM-T520 using Forums mobile app Thank you for sharing. [emoji3] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldalvarado Posted April 12, 2017 #25 Share Posted April 12, 2017 That's odd. From the deck plans, deck 11 is fitness/spa/sports deck. Did they add a pool somewhere? Sorry typo. Deck 12. There is no adult only pool. Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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