abmom Posted March 29, 2009 #1 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Well, I booked my first Carnival cruise today! On the Triumph leaving Miami on 4/26. Four adults & one 3 year old...in two rooms. My first cruise ever was in January of this year on Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas. We had a great time and were really impressed with Royal Caribbean. I'm hoping that Carnival is as much (or more) fun. So is there anything I should know about Carnival? Any differences that I should be aware of? Special tips? Anything? Anything? I'm really excited. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cccer Posted March 29, 2009 #2 Share Posted March 29, 2009 We have been on both Triumph and Navigator. In my opinion, both have their pros and cons. However, we had a great experience on both. We have done 4 Carnivals and 1 RCL and we are booked on Carnival for July. The increased cost to do an RCL cruise did not seem worth it. You will have a great time on Carnival just like I'm sure you did on the Navigator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missabbi Posted March 29, 2009 #3 Share Posted March 29, 2009 I LOVE the Triumph! We have sailed on her 3 times. She was also our very first Carnival cruise. You will have a blast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wonderfullife Posted March 29, 2009 #4 Share Posted March 29, 2009 I was on Triumph in February and the staff was the best I have ever had on a cruise. I hope you have the same experience. Enjoy! Aleece Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cotton Posted March 29, 2009 #5 Share Posted March 29, 2009 I think Carnival and RCCL are more similiar than different. Carnival seems to have better bedding and food. Otherwise, entertainment, service, and the 'fun' factor are about equal. I believe I've gotten a bit more 'bang for the buck' on Carnival. One thing - don't start comparing. Just enjoy!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbhlondie Posted April 2, 2009 #6 Share Posted April 2, 2009 I also have been on the Triumph and a different RCCL, Mariner of the Seas, but have been told it is identical to Navigator. Both are a blast but I do have to admit with the price increase the bang for the buck is Carnival. I like Carnival's Shows the best and the constant entertainment around the pool and all over the ship is so much fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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