vermonter16 Posted February 1, 2012 #1626 Share Posted February 1, 2012 I don't necessarily agree with the Carnival statements. I have sailed on 4 different Carnival cruises and I think depending on what time of year you go has a lot to do with it. We generally go in February. Now if people are attending at spring break season - it would be CRAZY and definitely get all the partying. I think Carnival has come a long ways since it's partying days back in the 80s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muushka Posted February 1, 2012 #1627 Share Posted February 1, 2012 I don't necessarily agree with the Carnival statements either, but for a different reason. I don't think they are a bargain in price, plus their cancellation policy (if you use the 'super saver' fare (or whatever they call it) is terrible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldencruiser Posted February 1, 2012 #1628 Share Posted February 1, 2012 TO SCOTTBEE, Guessing that this is sort of a "regional" reference and not necessarily one that means "one speeds round a course of islands in a short period of time" (Nascar not having a gigantic following here in Canada like it does in the USA). Personally, I've always thought of Carnival as the Frat-Party of Cruising... way to many drunken folks out of control (waaaay out of control) for my liking... (Dare I even say, in light of the recent Costa Mishap... sadly even perhaps a Captain) Which is why when we were looking to cruise, Carnival wasn't even on the radar !! Cheers! Not sure how you would know that there are "too many drunken folks out of control (waaay our of control)... if you have never personally sailed on a Carnival cruise. We have cruised on Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Princess and Celebrity and have never found this to be true on any of the cruise lines mentioned. Carnival has come a long way since I first sailed with them in 1983. If you travel on any line during the summer or holiday break time from school there will be more kids, teens and / or young adults. Please refrain your comments for what you personally know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sloindown Posted February 5, 2012 #1629 Share Posted February 5, 2012 Just bas a point of clarification. There is indeed a full 14 day menu for longer cruises; my point was that for seven day cruises they keep repeating days 1-7 and never offer the days 8-14 choices. If the time ever comes that I take a job as an activities leader for a group of Italian speaking cruisers, I can only hope that my employers makes sure my Italian is understandable before they hire me.END of response.:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nj2014 Posted March 1, 2012 #1630 Share Posted March 1, 2012 Hi, first time cruiser in March on Millenium Western Caribbean. My son pretty much drinks only water and juice and my hubby and I drink club soda/sparkling water. My question is: should we buy a beverage package or can you order juice and sparkling water from room service. We're doing a concierge level room, is sparkling water supplied in the room? Thx,:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sloop-JohnB Posted March 1, 2012 #1631 Share Posted March 1, 2012 Not sure how you would know that there are "too many drunken folks out of control (waaay our of control)... if you have never personally sailed on a Carnival cruise. We have cruised on Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Princess and Celebrity and have never found this to be true on any of the cruise lines mentioned. Carnival has come a long way since I first sailed with them in 1983. If you travel on any line during the summer or holiday break time from school there will be more kids, teens and / or young adults. Please refrain your comments for what you personally know. TO GOLDEN CRUISER, Sorry to upset your sensibilities... :rolleyes: BUT this is an "opinion" site... And as I said... << Personally, I've always thought of Carnival as the Frat-Party of Cruising... way to many drunken folks out of control (waaaay out of control) for my liking... >> This is my opinion... one that I've garnered thru speaking with MANY friends who have cruised with Carnival over the last oh say 20-odd years... and none of whom ever signed up for a second cruise... so that would be my "opinion" based on FACTS I "personally know"... as you nicely put it in your post. :eek: Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dizney Posted March 1, 2012 #1632 Share Posted March 1, 2012 TO GOLDEN CRUISER, Sorry to upset your sensibilities... :rolleyes: BUT this is an "opinion" site... And as I said... << Personally, I've always thought of Carnival as the Frat-Party of Cruising... way to many drunken folks out of control (waaaay out of control) for my liking... >> This is my opinion... one that I've garnered thru speaking with MANY friends who have cruised with Carnival over the last oh say 20-odd years... and none of whom ever signed up for a second cruise... so that would be my "opinion" based on FACTS I "personally know"... as you nicely put it in your post. :eek: Cheers! AMEN! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelbug2225 Posted March 1, 2012 #1633 Share Posted March 1, 2012 Persian Gardens are on all M and S class ships. The Relaxation Lounge is a new feature on S class open to those in AQ and spa guests. It's a lovely quiet place to relax before and after spa hours. Persian Gardens on equinox: Relaxation Lounge: I read somewhere that the Relaxation Lounge open for anyone to use but you have to pay to use the Persian Garden, is that true? I will be on the Solstice in May. I would loveto use the Relaxation Lounge. Can any confrim this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lsimon Posted March 1, 2012 #1634 Share Posted March 1, 2012 I read somewhere that the Relaxation Lounge open for anyone to use but you have to pay to use the Persian Garden, is that true? I will be on the Solstice in May. I would loveto use the Relaxation Lounge. Can any confrim this? My understanding is that the relaxation lounge is for the use of both Aquaclass guests and spa customers waiting for treatments to begin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
choppe Posted March 1, 2012 #1635 Share Posted March 1, 2012 Does anyone know if you are able to bring a bottle of wine on the Celebrity Infinity and pay a cork charge? If so, how much is the charge and how do you declare it? Thanks, Christine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevnzworld Posted March 2, 2012 #1636 Share Posted March 2, 2012 " Does anyone know if you are able to bring a bottle of wine on the Celebrity Infinity and pay a cork charge? If so, how much is the charge and how do you declare it? " Thanks, Christine You can bring two bottles onboard on embarkation day only. They search your bags when boarding the ship after shore excursions and confiscate and hold any wine until you disembark. I believe the wine is to be consumed in the room only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lsimon Posted March 2, 2012 #1637 Share Posted March 2, 2012 Does anyone know if you are able to bring a bottle of wine on the Celebrity Infinity and pay a cork charge? If so, how much is the charge and how do you declare it? Thanks, Christine. They allow 2 bottles of wine, per cabin, to be brought on at the initial embarkation only. There is no corkage fee for bringing the bottles on and you can enjoy them in your stateroom. You cabin steward will even bring you glasses, a corkscrew (although the ones they supply are pretty cheap and not great to use) and even will chill the wine for you in a bucket of ice if you ask them to. If you want to consume the wine in the dining room or a lounge there is a $25.00 corkage fee. Give the wine to the sommelier, or better yet send it down early in the day through your cabin steward, and they'll serve it and give you a charge for the corkage fee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcitymaven Posted March 2, 2012 #1638 Share Posted March 2, 2012 Hi, first time cruiser in March on Millenium Western Caribbean. My son pretty much drinks only water and juice and my hubby and I drink club soda/sparkling water. My question is: should we buy a beverage package or can you order juice and sparkling water from room service. We're doing a concierge level room, is sparkling water supplied in the room? Thx,:) I see that you're new to Cruise Critic so let me offer a big welcome aboard to you! To address your question, sparkling water is not supplied to concierge class cabins. Aqua class has bottled water provided. Hope you enjoy your upcoming cruise. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
choppe Posted March 2, 2012 #1639 Share Posted March 2, 2012 Thanks so much Kevnzworld and Lsimon. Do they charge gratuity on the cork charge? I hope not :) Christine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hart10 Posted March 25, 2012 #1640 Share Posted March 25, 2012 Thank you all for all the usefull inforamtion. I am new to X and really enjoyed reading all the tips.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabookkeepersdh Posted March 25, 2012 #1641 Share Posted March 25, 2012 My secret...be REALLY considerate of the staff, treat them well, thank them for their efforts, leave your cabin for a short time if it helps them stay on schedual, understand that they work VERY hard and have feelings...and you'll get even BETTER service :D !! Very well put Dano. We always go out of our way to be pleasant with he staff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtsbusiness Posted March 26, 2012 #1642 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Wonder if the regular followers of this thread could give an updated summary to avoid having to read through so many pages. I know this sounds lazy, but I have read several pages on smoothies and would love to find the nitty gritty.:):):confused: I don't mean to be rude, but have very limited time before my cruise andwould love to know all your secrets.:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
can'tcatchup Posted March 26, 2012 #1643 Share Posted March 26, 2012 It would be nice to start a new one since this one goes back to 2004 & some newbies could be expecting some things which have changed or been eliminated in the last EIGHT years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snausman Posted March 26, 2012 #1644 Share Posted March 26, 2012 It would be nice to start a new one since this one goes back to 2004 & some newbies could be expecting some things which have changed or been eliminated in the last EIGHT years. I think this is an excellent idea. Laura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pilot70D Posted March 26, 2012 #1645 Share Posted March 26, 2012 On M class, there is a no fee sauna in the men's and women's locker rooms. Regards DARN, all these cruises and I didn't know I could use the sauna in the ladies locker room without charge. :D:D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snausman Posted March 26, 2012 #1646 Share Posted March 26, 2012 DARN, all these cruises and I didn't know I could use the sauna in the ladies locker room without charge.:D:D:D Only the saunas in the Persian Gardens is there a fee. Laura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ghstudio Posted March 26, 2012 #1647 Share Posted March 26, 2012 As suggested, I've started a new thread....so that folks don't have to week thru pages of obsolete information. The new thread can be found at: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?p=33066563#post33066563 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snausman Posted March 26, 2012 #1648 Share Posted March 26, 2012 As suggested, I've started a new thread....so that folks don't have to week thru pages of obsolete information. The new thread can be found at: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?p=33066563#post33066563 Thank You! Laura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
can'tcatchup Posted March 26, 2012 #1649 Share Posted March 26, 2012 As suggested, I've started a new thread....so that folks don't have to week thru pages of obsolete information. The new thread can be found at: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?p=33066563#post33066563 THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Any way to get mods to close this one to new postings? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyCougar Posted March 27, 2012 #1650 Share Posted March 27, 2012 Nothing special, especially if you've ever been to a real spa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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