We sailed on the Valor 4/24 to 5/1, Exotic Caribbean. There were 5 in our party, 3 adults and 2 teens. This was our 3rd cruise. (2nd with Carnival) Embarkation - We used Carnival transport from Ft. Lauderdale Airport to the pier with no trouble. When we arrived at the pier at 2pm, the line was painfully long. We moved right through and were in our cabin in about 1 1/2 hours. Our 2 inside cabins were located on deck 6 AFT, which is on the back of the ship right over the Disco and Lounge. Most nights we were in bed before midnight. We heard music but it didn't seem to bother any of us. Oh and the beds were very comfortable!

In the Bahamas - We took a taxi from the pier. Negotiate! We got a tour of the island for $20 each, including a tour of Ft. Charlotte and a walk thru Atlantis Resort. In St. Thomas - We used Jolly's Taxi Service to get to Sapphire Beach. The cost for the ride is $16 round trip, per person. For $20 each he left us at the beautiful beach for 3 hours, picked us up and gave us an island tour, including a drive to mountain top for photos. Great Deal! Fantastic beach, great tour, lovely day. St. Maarten - Took the transport into town($3 pp) to do a little souvenir shopping and return on the water taxi for the same price.

Getting around the ship wasn't too bad. We brought our little map book and had it figured out within the first few days. The shows were fantastic! We loved the '80s show. Saw two comedy shows, loved one could have done without the other. Read more