WOW what a wonderful experience. We were 49 days on The Carnival Splendor from Fort Lauderdale to San Francisco around Cape Horn. I would turn around and do it all again today if I could. Carnival truly out did herself. If Carnival ever offers it again, I will be at the front of the line to book my ticket.

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We flew to Fort Lauderdale the day before sailing and stayed at a Comfort Inn near the air port. We found it by chatting with follow cruisers on Cruise Critic. It was the lowest cost we could find. Read more