This was our second cruise with Carnival and the first out of Miami. Let me start by saying that the Miami terminal folks certainly do have their act together. On and off could not have been quicker or easier. A world of difference over our experience sailing on Carnival Legend out of Tampa last year. Plaudits to Carnival's Miami port crew!

The Liberty was fresh out of a drydock refurbishing. From what we understood from talking with the crew, the garish, clashing colors were much muted as was the type and volume of on board music in the general public spaces. Several unique and welcomed eating venues were also added. We particularly liked the Fish N' Chips which remained largly undiscovered on Deck 10 above the Lido buffet area. Loved the fried oysters!

Our cabin (7341) was starboard mid-ship and typical of Carnival's balcony staterooms. We very much enjoyed it other than the fact that it is almost directly across the hall from the public laundry which, for whatever reason, serves as a late night congregational venue....quite noisy at times. We'd select a cabin on the other side or farther down the hall next time. Our steward, however, and her helpers were wonderful and added greatly to the enjoyment of our cruise. Read more