Carnival Pride March 17 to March 24, 2013
Baltimore, Port Canaveral, Nassau and Freeport
This cruise was booked at the last minute, within 21 days of sailing. The rates were good for Resident, Past Guest and Military, with IS cabins starting around $500pp. We booked an IS/4K, which is a cabin with French Doors. Using tips from cruise critic, and photos from other online sites, we managed to snag a cabin which gave us a partial view between the lifeboats, which was a great location for getting sunlight and some air. Our location was deck four, aft, close to the stairs and elevators, but in the center of the other cabins in this category on this floor. Our room stewards were always on the job ensuring our cabin was in top shape or any request granted. The restaurant staff was also always ready to please, and offered their recommendation for nightly selections.
The rooms was made up in a king configuration, but the previous had the layout of the room with twin beds, the Pullman/bunk from the ceiling, and sofa made up as a bed. This setup would be idea for a family with small children, but I wouldn't recommend it for a family with teens. The room allows for sunlight and air from the french doors which open inwards, and the view is between two lifeboats which is partially blocked, but well worth the price for this cabin. Three closets for clothes storage, along with four drawers at the vanity, and two large drawers under the sofa/sofa bed. Large suitcases fit under the bed easily.