This was our first cruise. So of course we had no idea what to expect.

Embarkation was very simple as we took care of that on Carnivals' website. Found our cabin easily. Luggage took about another hour to get there. So we had a small lunch on the Lido deck. Wasn't impressed to much by the food at this buffet. Selection was very limited. Good thing we put locks on our bags as they just set them outside your room, anyone could walk up and take your bags. There has to be a better way to do this. Same the night before debarkation, either you set it in the hallway, same problem, or fight to carry off the ship yourself.

We decided to buy a fountain drink card (BIG MISTAKE). We'll never do that again. We drink alot of water anyway, there is fruit punch, coffee and apple juice to drink. Plus you spend pretty much 2 days off the ship drinking adult beverages, and we ordered wine with dinner so again no drink card. Read more