We just got back from our 7 day western Caribbean cruise on carnival's Dream. Before we left i was a little nervous after reading these review. My fears were unfounded! We had a wonderful time. This is our forth cruise. We have been on Disney's wonder, Royal caribbean's mariner of the seas and the princess coral. I traveled with my husband, two boys 12 and 15 and my mother. We used 2 cabins.

embarkation... a breeze. We were on the boat in 30 minutes. there were some long lines for the first lunch on the lido, but if you continue walking towards the back of the ship, there is another buffet area, pizza and sandwich area with plenty of seats.

We had first dinner seating, 6pm. Our waiters were very attentive, food was hot, with nice presentation. Great menus. Read more