Carnival Pride Review
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Hey all! I just returned from a week on the Pride (4/7-14) and I have to tell you that I was disappointed in how much the quality has gone done since we sailed in December 2012. I know they won't fix what I and the people who sailed on the April 7, 2013 trip had issues with but be aware that things have changed.
The embarking and debarking/disembarking process was very smooth. Please make sure you tip your wheelchair person if you have to be pushed on and off the boat.
The quality of food has changed, the service in public areas is not what it was in November 2012 and December 2012 and even less than Sept 2011. I'm sad that this will be my sister's first cruise and I will have to explain to her things aren't usually this bad.
Cabin Review
Extended Balcony
I was in cabin 8234 (port side). It is right off the aft elevator which is convenient for someone who has difficulty walking. The doorway is wider to accommodate a wheelchair and the bathroom has a smooth ramp to enter and exit with minimal assistance. It is not possible to get out to enjoy the extended balcony which was sad because everyone should be able to enjoy their balcony.
The bathroom floor gets absolutely soaked during showers and the main drain is just inside the doorway. There is a seat in the shower. The shower turns on by PULLING the knob, not pushing and that is not evident (it took me a few minutes to figure it out) and there are two shower heads to choose from. One is stationary one is not. The one that is not stationary has different settings.
We had to put the towels down to absorb water that did not quickly drain so that neither of us would slip. If you adjust the pillows, make sure you do not hit the panic button that is on the wall at the head of the bed. I asked if there was a cover for it and we were told no.