I've been on five cruises, the past 3 on Carnival (2006, 2012, & 2015). All three have been on the 'Fantasy class' ships.

For my family and I - it's a great way to spend a vacation. The kids are older now - 19 & 21 and we had all grown tired of the trip to the Florida panhandle - expensive beach condos and the fight for seating at expensive restaurants every night.

First - ignore the posts about 'bad food' as they are either planted by the competition or have very picky tastes. The dining room serves top notch cuisine. If you don't like something - send it back and get something else. If you really liked that starter item - get another : ) Read more