I chose this cruise when searching for a break from the horrible Michigan winter. The dates fit into my schedule perfectly and the price point was really reasonable.

Embarkation was a breeze. My flight was delayed about an hour, but I wasn’t really worried as I had purchased travel insurance through an independent website as I usually do when I cruise. When I got to baggage claim at Ft. Lauderdale airport, I checked in at the carnival desk and the gentleman there said he had been tracking my flight and not to worry, there was plenty of time to get me to the port. I had purchased my transfers in advance, so they knew I was enroute. Once I got my bags I joined a few other cruisers on the transfer bus.

I walked into the check-in terminal at 1:05pm and was on the ship at 1:29pm. I dropped my bag off in my stateroom and headed up to the lido deck for lunch. Other than the main dining room, all food venues were open. After having a bite I chilled out watching the people……….love that part of a cruise! Read more