First let me say, I have been in the Travel Industry for 19+ years. I had worked in a brick-and-mortar nationally branded travel agency until about 2 years ago. This cruise, my 13th, was the first that was planned by someone other than me (another travel agent) and we were a part of a group (28 people).

I have been on the Carnival ships now 4 times. The Carnival Liberty was a wonderful ship. In true cruise fashion, the staff was excellent, food was wonderful and ports of call were amazing!

We flew into Miami a day early to ensure no issues getting to the ship as we were flying from the Nebraska area. Our group had a private check in and was wisked off in a quick fashion after a brief 20 minute check-in. By 12:45 pm, we were on the Lido deck (same deck as our cabin) for our first cocktail. Read more