Background - We sailed as a family 2 Adults and 2 Teenagers. This was a much anticipated trip by our youngest Miss 15, those water slides that are advertised on buses in our local area have a lot to answer for!
Travel to embarkation - used Sydney trains from our home to Circular Quay, what a great view of the vessel when you step off the carriage. Wheeled our bags to the drop off point, and we were through immigration and Check-in by 1 pm. (This is with a 12:30 boarding time). We had our lunch in the La Playa Restaurant. Before heading to our cabins to unpack.
Due to the nature of the 3 Sea Days, 3 port Days, 3 Sea days, this cruise is not about destination it is about cruising and relaxing. All can be done on the Carnival Spirit.
This cabin had the usual features bed, shower, wardrobe that had enough wardrobe space for a summer cruise. This room was perfect to navigate the ship. It is near the mid ship steps which we used as steps down (and up) to and from level 3 and 2 where the entertainment and dining room were located. Few steps to the lifts for the Lido and upper decks. It is a perfect location - free from noise and foot traffic.Our children had 4171 which is diagonally opposite its corridor has windows looking into the atrium, Miss 15 liked the feeling of space as she opened the door.