The Magic's inaugural cruise started with much fanfare on Sunday as my family listened to Maroon Five from our window at the Harbor House in Galveston. The next day my 11-year-old Platinum Cruiser was the first Galveston passenger on board sometime after 11:00am. At this point, our vacation had begun. It took a couple of days to learn the ship but as each day passed, we could make our way with ease.

The food was awesome! We did have a bit of excitement in the Southern Lights Dining room on Tuesday eve. A waiter whacked the Maitre'd with a big stir stick and was held in a neck-lock until he could be carted off. This was not Carnival's fault and dinner went on. My family enjoyed every meal and we enjoyed the staff. Escargot was delicious. I know a few posted that the portions were too small. Just order extra if you think you can eat it. We enjoyed the Oceanside BarBQ. I recommend the "Topless Burgers." I would ask all fellow cruisers to have your mind made up on what you want to order. I had one guy spend what seemed to be 10 minutes deciding what he wanted on his omelet. Had he decided on this while he was in line would have made things move faster for the rest. Just a tip J

The water slides were fun and we enjoyed the Sky Course. There was something to do at all time but I enjoyed my deck time with a Ginger Ale. Read more