I have sailed on Carnival three times. The first time I sailed (Triumph 2000) I was not terribly impressed. The second time I sailed with Carnival, I was on the Imagination and was more satisfied than I had been on the Triumph. I just returned from sailing on the Victory for five nights. Now, I am almost a fan of Carnival Cruises.

There were eight in our group. Me, my husband, my parents and my four children ages 19, 17, 11, and 4.

EMBARKATION - We arrived at the port (NYC) at about 12 noon and were on the ship within 30 minutes or so. We encountered no problems and the staff was very pleasant and efficient. We were issued our sign and sale card at this time. THE SHIP and our Read more