I like to research everything before I spend my hard earned money on it, so to say I wasn't a little apprehensive going on this ship would be a lie. I read some of the unflattering reviews here. I must say that in comparison to the other cruises I've been on, this one was the best. I'll admit that I've only sailed Carnival, because of the price, in the past. Some of the issues other posters brought up, like kids running wild, horrible lines, bad stewards and/or waiters, is really overstated.

It is possible that the worst problem I had on the boat was with the bed. It felt like sleeping on a concrete pad. I woke up in the morning with my lower back and hips aching. My fiancee on the other hand loved it. Also, the weather was a little bit cool and gloomy (not that Carnival can control this).

Our waiter, Rodney, was awesome. He was very friendly, remembered our preferences and was all in all awesome. The bar waiter, Mario, was great as well. I wish I could have taken Mario home with me to fetch me beers, because he was very nice and funny. Read more