We went for a run on the Carnival Spirit to compare it with P&O and Princess. Carnival had the pack and go packages we just couldn't resist, we booked for the lowest cabin but ended up on level 7, but most cabins are much the same.
The dEcor is a real eye opener, you were dazzled with the Egyptian theme of the ship, it was truly impressive. We boarded and departed the ship at Circular Quay which was great, no need to get to that white elephant location ( White Bay ).
Staff were pleasant and friendly ( as per most ships )and things flowed along nicely day to day.