Embarkation. Drove to port, the embarkation process was slow with long lines. took 1hr 20min to get on board. Carnival now uses a self check in process with kiosks. Very pedantic and impersonal. We were told our cabin wasn't ready at 2pm despite a posted cabin availability time of 1.30. No big deal we wandered the ship By or 3pm return cabin was made up with our checked bags sitting outside the door. Rum Runners in the bags were undisturbed.

Ship. First impression was typical Carnival glitz, and a clean well maintained ship. Promenade on Deck 5 is the night time hub, spoilt somewhat by multiple very obtrusive photo stations from about 5 to 8 pm which cause congestion.Main pool area horrible terraced layout with tiny pool. Very congested on sea days, didn't like big screen, made it feel like a stadium. Aft pool unattractive but generally quiet, lousy bar service at both pool bars, very disinterested bar staff.

Dining. Breakfast, we use room service, good menu (continental breakfast) always on time, terrible coffee. We bring our own though coffe makers are on Carnival's banned list. Lunch. Dining room lunch good food and service though same menu both days we ate there. Lido buffet, crowded pushy customers and uninspired food except upstairs in the Fish and chips area where the food was freshly cooked and tasty. Dinner. Silver dining room early seating, friendly waiters and good service, Very friendly maitre'd named Omar. Food good /fair. Read more