As these reviews have been so helpful and enjoyable, I'd like to put our 2 cents in on the Conquest. We sailed on it 10OCT06 and we all agreed it was the fastest week of our lives.
A little bit about us. Family of 4, DW & I are in our late 30's, DS(9) ,DD(7), we are veteran Carnival and RCCL cruisers (with some NCL and X cruises for DW & I).
Our choices: Drove 11-12hrs to Galveston from Memphis, Stayed in the Hilton for 2 nights up front (park, shuttle and sail deal). Standard issue balcony cabin, deck six, way forward stbd with kids in room across the hall. Late seating table for 4 in aft dining room. Sunset Beach in Jamaica, Native Ways to Rays and Run Point in GC, AVIS Rental Car around Cozumel with long stops at Mexicalitos and Mr. Sanchos.