Just off the Imagination for the 4 day itinerary, I'm going to attempt to comment on the main areas of the ship, (both good and bad). If anyone would like further details please let me know and I will answer to the best of my ability.
Background: this was the 2nd cruise from me and DH, (both on Carnival). I am 30 and DH is 32. During this review you will see several comparisons between this cruise and our first one Triumph). As hard as we tried to NOT make comparisons, it was inevitable.
Embarkation: Since we live in FL it was a short 4 hour drive to the Port of Miami. We arrived at 1:45, checked our bags with the curb side porter, tipped the porter $1.00 per bag and proceeded into the terminal. Went through the X-Ray machine for the hand held luggage, and on to the line to wait to be checked in. The line moved along swiftly, we were only there about 15 min. At the desk we produced our Drivers licenses and birth certificates. I had my marriage license with me, but I was never asked for it. Next stop was the table to pick up the Sail and Sign cards and room keys and a quick photo they use to identify you when you get on off the ship at ports. There was a short line for the welcome aboard photo and we were on the ship. This whole process only took about 25 min. The Carnival staff was very friendly and helpful.