My husband and I cruised on the Carnival Miracle, departing Fort Lauderdale on November 20th. This was our third Carnival Cruise but we are thinking that we will do something different next time. Not saying that we won't ever return to Carnival, just that we were expecting better based on our previous Carnival Cruises on the the Conquest and Liberty ships.

No cruise is all good or all bad. It it typically what you decide to make of it. We are not a high maintenance couple and generally are very easy going. Having said that, here are our observations.

Room - Cabin 7349 is classified as having an extended balcony. For those that don't know what that means for Carnival.... the extra foot of extension is only there because the glass and railing slant out at the bottom. It doesn't give you any extra sitting room. Very nice views from that cabin as it is on the stern of the ship and you get a panoramic view. Mohammed was our steward and he was wonderful. Very attentive, knew our names the first day and was friendly when we saw him. Kept our room in great shape. He was one of the highlights of our cruise. Read more