We got an offer from the casino so this was a free cruise. This is our 40+ cruise and 7th with Carnival. They aren’t our favorite but thought it would be fun to try a new ship.

The ship is beautiful but there are a number of problems.

The ship can hold 6000 guests but it can not handle 6000 guests. We have never felt this crowded on any prior ship. A totally full Oasis Class ship feels not close to this crowded. Celebration Central is a good idea but just doesn’t work. Limited seating and lots of blocked views. People arrive late and want to horn in and see the show. Actually had yelling and chairs thrown one night. Might say more about the Carnival passengers than anything. The main theater is much too small for a ship this size. Casino was so crowded that a couple evenings there were no machine or seats at tables available. None! Read more