I just returned from a cruise on the Carnival Splendor and over all it was a great experience.

Day 1) Arrived at LAX around 12:30p was met in the baggage claim area by a Carnival representative who escorted my wife and I to the cruise port shuttle. After a short drive we were in line to get checked into the ship and get our sail and sign card. From the time we arrived at the port to the time we were on board was less then 30 minutes which was by far the fastest of any of the other ports I have sailed from(Miami,Port Canaveral, Jacksonville). Our cabin was already for us so we went straight to it dropped off our carry on luggage and went to grab a bite to eat all the the buffet was fairly crowded we were pleasantly surprised to discover they had a tandoori grill on the ship and the food was surprisingly good. After that it was time for the mandatory safety briefing..It was over quickly and we went to the cabin to sit on our balcony and prepared to set sail. however the time to sail came and went and the ship wasn't moving. suddenly we saw 2 ambulances and 3 police vehicles drive up to the ship. 2 people were take out by squad and another one 2 were escorted off the ship by police and all there luggage removed. an hour later the ship set sail with the only explanation from Carnival was that they sailed late do to a passengers concern. The rest of the evening was just dinner(the lido buffet ) and typical ship activities(games and shows)

Day 2) sea day Typical games and activities 1st formal night(Black Peral dinning room dining you way seating). The food was good wait staff professional and semi friendly a little problems with their english but they made a good effort. Also for the 1st time on any ship I have cruised ship they held a huge Labor day deck party that went on until 1am Read more