Having been on 13 other cruises, this was our first on this itinerary and ship. I have sailed Carnival only 2 other times and this was my husband's first time on Carnival.

Port: Drove in from south Georgia and stayed at Hyatt Pier 66, what a beautiful hotel and view! Had a tower room overlooking the pier and ships - loved it. Day of cruise drove over to Park-n-Go, great experience with them and a discount internet rate.

Check-in: Long and tedious - we arrived at the port around 1 pm. Long, long lines and no place to sit while waiting - Carnival needs improvement here. Our advice, get to the pier super early to be first in line. Read more