First cruise ever. Really enjoyed it. Sorry oldmedic and snoozeman for not coming back to the formal dining. Not used to eating BAIT for diner.  Beer was a little expensive, $5.18 a bottle. For one six pack on the boat, could get a couple of cases on shore. Entertainment was great.  Passengers were very friendly, staff was great, some hard to understand. Got tired of walking the gauntlet every time you get on shore. If I want to buy some of "the best junk in Mexico" I'll buy it. Don't want someone trying to force it on me. We will be back again. This was a trail trip to see how long we could stand it. 5 nights is pretty good. Oh, embarking was good, disembarking needs some work, or is that Carnivals way to welcoming you back to reality? If it is, it works.