I booked the cruise on the Carnival Paradise so my mom and I could relax without worry. This cruise provided just that! We disembarked from Tampa Bay, and flew in the day before because we live in Phoenix and it's quite a distance to travel. The entire process from booking the cruise to boarding the ship was entirely easy and smooth. I loved how organized it was.
The ship was perfect size. It had about 2,700 passengers and 900 crew but it never felt over crowded. There was plenty of space on the ship and activities for everyone to enjoy.
My mom and I took advantage of the Serenity Deck which was for adults 21+ years old. We really appreciated that option!
Small but workable! Only one working power outlet so I'd recommend bringing a surge protector. No bath but the shower was great and had nice hot water. Great service and clean rooms.