We just returned today from our 8 day cruise aboard the Carnival Splendor. We had a great time!
Embarkation:
We arrived at the pier at 1130AM and we were on board by 1230PM. This was after we were told by both email and recorded phone call not to arrive before 1pm because they were doing some sort of drill. Needless to say the process was seamless and we were on board eating at the buffet in about an one hour.