a great trip by
Christine S. from Charleston, WV
Sailing date: Oct 2009 Pros:
the day at half moon cay
Cons:
the layout of the Palace theater - hard to see the stage
everything we saw was clean and the crew were very friendly and helpful
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Dining/Food the coconut grill buffet was very nice, really liked being able to eat outside on the deck
Stateroom Quality the cleanest - very nice
Ship Staff Quality friendly and helpful
Entertainment & Activities the spa was great, we enjoyed the trivia activities
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Decent Cruise by
Jon W from Pensacola, FL
Sailing date: Sep 2009 Pros:
I loved the on ship shows and Club 88 with Lorraine, she was an awesome host.
Cons:
Both the ports were very generic. Not much to see at either port other than the Markets and Atlantis. I have been to ports extremely better than these two.
The ship was large, clean, and I was very pleased with the employees.
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Entertainment & Activities Lorraine in Club 88 was the best! She was very entertaining with the guests every night
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an excellent cruise for the value by
leslie D. from Daytona Beach, FL
Sailing date: Jul 2009 Pros:
The entertainment, plenty to do, never a dull moment, friendly, experienced, staff
Cons:
pools were crowded at times.
We had a great time! Would recommend this cruise to families with kids 9 and up! Was hesitant to book because of Carnivals past reputation, but they did a great job!!! Never a dull moment and there was something for everyone to do. Plenty of food on the trip although it was mediocre at best. The kids didn't care so much about that, they had lots of fun! Loved the minature golf and ping pong tables. We were lucky to have great weather and really flat oceans the entire 5 day trip! The staff was experienced and friendly/helpful. We did some activities with kids and some without--there was something for all occasions. The cruise staff for photos was attentive to detail and easy to work with. Cabins were clean and neat. Although I know this was an older ship, couldn't tell at all! I was very pleasantly surprised at the refurbishment and how nicely it updated the ship. For the value, this was a fantastic get-away. Don't expect luxury liner style, but this was comfortable and VERY fun! The gym and spa were state of the art and the trainer was very helpful in giving my 13 year old son and I some instruction on weight mechanics and nutrition tips. The shore excursions were typical for the Bahamas area. I recommend the Atlantis aquapark WITH the meal vouchers since a burger, fries, and drink will cost you more than a dinner out for two. We also loved the stingray snorkel on the private island. The private island was our favorite day and the water was so perfect. GREAT cruise get-away and had fun! The house of mouse boat (been on it 4x)was great when the kids were younger, but this was much more fun for our 10 and 13 year old. The food was just 'o.k.' but I was glad I didn't have to cook for 5 days, clean up, or do the dishes!
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Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (Private Island) We rented a kat and sailed all around the bay--had a great time!!
Nassau, Bahamas loved Atlantis Aqua-park!!!
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nice, short get-a-way by
A Traveler from ga
Sailing date: Apr 2009 Pros:
the theater productions
Cons:
lack of places to ballroom dance and too cold environment most places
Most of the crew and staff were friendly and helpful, some
exceptionally so. I thought the food quality at times was
not up to par with other ships we've travelled on.
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Nice trip by
Nikki from Jacksonville, FL
Sailing date: Apr 2009 Pros:
The relaxiation and clean ship
Cons:
kids, kids, kids and more kids with so-so food thown in
Nice time but would love to see less kids, or at least a pool that adults can use. In addition, a nice place to slow dance with the husband would be great and was missed sorely
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A relaxing time by
Deirdre from fl
Sailing date: Jan 2009 Pros:
everything was great
Cons:
n/a
This ship was really nice and clean.I have cruised Carnival before and thism one wasm nice also
Ship Quality very easy to get around because mo previous traveles
Dining/Food the food in all dining rooms were nice i really enjoyed the grill atmosphere
Stateroom Quality always clean and ready when I returned
Ship Staff Quality very friendly on every level
Entertainment & Activities the shows were great, nice to go to the club without the hard rock and extreme rap
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Key West, Florida not much time the tours were a little pricy, resturants opened later after we left.
Don't Miss: n/a
Nassau, Bahamas third visit and it still was nice
Don't Miss: the bahamian kitchen
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had a blast by
Crystal C from Darien, GA
Sailing date: Dec 2008 Pros:
It was fun! I had everything at my finger tips!
Cons:
the boat rocked so bad the last night, on our way back
I did not do anything. no cooking, cleaning, or entertaining! it was all done and done with kindness. someone even cut my child's dinner for her! wow!!!! I had alot of fun and cant wait to go back. but I agree pools are to small. they know they have alot of guest!
Dining/Food very goods staff
Stateroom Quality Id leave the room for 5 min and when i got back it was clean!
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Entertainment & Activities had a blast! literally looked forward to each show
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Best Cruise Ever! by
A Traveler from South Carolina
Sailing date: Dec 2008 Pros:
The way All The Staff made you Feel Special!
Cons:
The Early & Late Seating for Dinner Seating ... Our yellow party boat excursion was cancelled. We were very dissapointed about that.
This was an 21st. Anniversary Cruise for my Husband and I. We decided to drive From SC to Jacksonville Florida to Cruise. From the time We got to the cruiseport, Everything went very well for us. At the cruise terminal everyone was so organized and efficient. Most of all helpful and Friendly. We didn't have to even wait in line over 5 minutes until we were allowed to get on the ship. We were greeted with friendly faces and smiles! Our stateroom was very clean and comfortable. This is the first cruise that has ever went this smooth for us. We have been on 7 cruises and We find that Carnival is the funship. We had lots of fun and even though the ship is not new, it has been refurbished and represents looking as new now. Yes, Its the Fascination. Everyone on board was so polite and nice. All of our experiences were pleasant.
The food was lots better than on other ships we have been on. We find that Carnival's food is very tasty with lots of variety. The casino was one of my favorite places to be. I found long hours of fun just playing the penny machines and playing in the slot tourments.
Of course, My full body massage was wonderful too. In the dining room our waiters always had us laughing. They made our dining experience so much fun, We ate dinner in there everynight. Actually, overall Our cruise was wondrful! Im ready to go again!
Ship Quality Perfect! Everything easy to find!
Dining/Food Very Tasty and was good!
Stateroom Quality Always clean and very cool! (The way I like it!)
Ship Staff Quality Always Friendly & Helpful!
Entertainment & Activities Many fun things to do and many to choose from!
Children's Programs I didn't take any kids,But The kids I saw was having lots of fun!
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Key West, Florida The Hog's Breath resturant!
Don't Miss: The Chickens
Nassau, Bahamas Very interesting and Good Shopping!
Don't Miss: The Straw Markets & Jewelry Store Buys!
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Great 1st cruise experience! by
A Traveler from Buford, GA
Sailing date: Nov 2008 Pros:
Very comfortable on ship, it was like a home from home!
Cons:
Staff at Port very dis organised. We waited very long to get on the ship & there were no public toilets in the port that worked!
Very Very nice with a few exceptions but i'll be writting to Carnival about that.
If my problems are resolved we will travel with Carnival again.
Tahnkyou.
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Key West, Florida
Nassau, Bahamas Don't Miss: Atlantis was very nice & the locals were pleasent & very honnest!
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A surprisingly wonderful cruise by
Francine G from HHI,SC
Sailing date: Sep 2008 Pros:
The crew, cleanliness of the ship. size of ship
Cons:
need to have areas for cleaning hands before entering eating areas
A very good experience, we were the only ship in port at Key West and Nassau which was quite nice.
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Key West, Florida Don't Miss: Just the cute town that it is
Nassau, Bahamas Don't Miss: Atlantis
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