We sailed from New Orleans on October 16, 2010. Parking is smooth and easy, just stay in the right lane and a porter will unload your bags for you and get them loaded on the ship. Proceed to the parking garage $112 for a seven day cruise payable as you enter the facility by credit card or cash.Garage is secure and access is limited so there is no problem there.

Check in was handled very well by Carnival employees and was reasonably quick and easy considering the large number of people who were processed.Carnival folks on the dock were very patient and courteous, even with some of the passengers who were confused about what to do.

Once on board the buffet on the Lido deck was open with great food and service while we waited for the cabin crews to finish getting the cabins ready. After a short wait (actually a bit shorter than on some of our other cruises) we went to our cabin, which was clean and well furnished. Read more