Embarkation in Galveston a "Breeze" (Pun intended LOL). We had a 12:30 check in and were on the ship eating lunch by 1:00. Muster was a nice change from other cruises since it was held inside with AC as opposed to searing heat on the deck we have experienced on prior cruises.
We stayed in cabin #6468. Room was very nice, and we love the extended balconies that these rear corner rooms have. Room Steward was great.
The Ship is very large and sometimes feels crowded but the decor is nice and it still feels fairly new. The Pools seem very small for such a large ship and, like all carnival ships, are always crowded. The aft pool didn't seem to be reserved for adults only like it was on other ships we have been on. The water slides are great as is the serenity deck, although we would have liked to have more shaded areas on the serenity deck.
Cabin was nice. Better decor than the older ships we have been on.
We struck out on our own and took a cab to Paradise beach. wonderfull place, with the best staff and amazing food and drinks.
Tender crew very friendly and nice, clean city, friendly people.
Beautiful island, nice beach with plenty of lounge chairs in the shade. Very hot while we were there.