Let me start out by saying that this was our first cruise so we had no idea what to expect. We had heard a lot of good and bad about Carnival but figured we would try it on our own. We booked the Eastern Caribbean cruise stopping at Half Moon Cay, St. Thomas, San Juan, & Grand Turk.

In regards to everything on the ship, we had no issues with anything at all. I think the problem with a lot of people on here with their reviews are that they whine and complain about every little thing. If you have to wait in line for dinner a few minutes, who cares you're on vacation. If you were unimpressed with something at the buffet, get something else. If your not waited on hand and foot and served with a silver spoon, who cares and enjoy your vacation. If you are sitting around complaining you shouldn't even go on vacation. The people working on the ship are willing to go above and beyond every expectation you have of them. With that being said, we had an amazing time, the food was OUTSTANDING in the dining room as well as at Emile's on the Lido deck. The entertainment was great! If you are into comedy, the Adults only comedy later on at night was hysterical. Joe Bronzi and Smiley Joe Wiley made us laugh so much we went three days straight. All of the little shops were nice to walk around and see as well.

The ship is nicely decorated with all types of different rooms and lounges such as the Paparazzi bar, the Piano bar, "The Stage", Night Club, Gloves sports bar, and many others. There is always something going on all of the main decks. Read more