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Great est trip evrer. by
Mary M. from Stinnett, KY Sailing date: Jun 2010Pros: everything Cons: nothing. everything was great. The ship was great. The crew was great. The dining experience was wonderfull. Everything was extrememlly clean. I only encountered one rude staff member and that was at a souvenier shop where they sell carnival carrying cases, key chains, etc. I did not get his name. But this was so petty. I would definitely take another cruise with carnival. And have already recommended this vacation to everyone that I have talked to, which consists of about 20 couples or more. The only bad thing was I lost 150.00 after a member of my party had to cancel the cruise. Dining/FoodI have never seen so much food. Awesome Stateroom QualityThe room was extrememly nice, clean, etc. The size was terribly, but I know you can pay more and get a bigger room, but this is what I could afford. And there is so much to do on the ship that all you do is sleep anyway. Ship Staff QualityGREATTTTTTT Entertainment & ActivitiesThis was amazing. The welcome aboiard party at the pool. The shows were great. Children's ProgramsWe did not participate in these activites, but it seemed to cover all age groups.  
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Freeport, Grand Bahama IslandThe water was beautiful, but a lot of seaweed or something in the water, couldn't hardly swim for it, but beautiful.
Don't Miss: The water Nassau, BahamasThe water was amazing. The Atlantis Hotel incredible. These were the must sees. I don't think there was a waste of time anything. However, the city closed to early to really see everything. We ate at the Hardrock Cafe, the food was outstanding.
Don't Miss: You don't want to miss anything at this port 0 out of 0 people found this review helpful.
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  Beginners Luck by
A Traveler from California Sailing date: Jun 2010Pros: The entire trip was fabulous Cons: Thin walls - loud neighbors This was my first time sailing and I chose the Carnival Sensation. From the very beginning, starting with the check in process, I was very impressed with the staff, their friendlyness and how helpful everyone was. Once I entered onto the ship, I was in awe. I had heard stories, but there's nothing like living it first hand. The food was excellent, there were plenty of activities, and even though there were thousands of people on the ship, you never feel crowded. The layout of the ship was easy to learn, so you didn't waste alot of time trying to get places. Staff were always available to assist if needed. The formal dining was very classy yet comfortable, and the food was delicious. I met alot of people from all over the USA in search of the same things, relaxation and fun. I would say that I had both. My only complaint was that I could hear my neighbors in the stateroom next to me when they got a little loud. I'm looking forward to the next one. Ship Quality
Dining/Foodmeals were delicious! Plates were prepared with such elegance and style, you were almost afraid to eat it. Stateroom QualityI knew my room would be small, so I wasnt surprised by the size; however, it was enough room for two people to move around and not overcrowd each other. Ship Staff QualityStaff were always available. Not just those working the information desk; staff were accessible throughout the ship and always willing to assist. Entertainment & Activitiesthere were a variety of shows and activities for people of all ages. Activities were arranged so that you could make it to various things throughout the day and some activities were repeated on a different day/time just in case you couldn't make the original.
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Freeport, Grand Bahama IslandIt was my first time out of the USA, so I tried to take in as much as possible. When going to visit, don't get stuck into only doing one activity. If you have the time, explore the island, talk to the people, try something new
Don't Miss: go to the beaches. the water is clear and warm Nassau, BahamasI enjoyed this port; however, it was very crowded. As the evening approaches and the tours die down, the area around the port shuts down. This allows you to site see without all the hustle. There is plenty shopping and plenty water activities in this area. If you're up for an adventure, head over to Paradise Island.
Don't Miss: Please don't visit Nassau without making the trip to Atlantis. 1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Most likley not returning by
Tanya A from Cleawater FL Sailing date: May 2010Pros: The food was good, not much variety at dinner Cons: Service was awfull unless you wanteld a drink from the bar 18 in are party. Arrived at the port and the port staff was very mean to my grandparents that were traveling with us. Mentoned it to the Carnival staff and they said port staff did not work for Carnival. Arrived on the boat with no greeting from staff. Room attedant was great. Not to much to do on the boat with small children 2-5 as a family. My children loved Camp Carnival. My 14 yr old loved her club, but she could come and go as she pleased. I did not care for that. Food at dinner was great but not a large selection. Wait staff was awfull. Felt rushed and couldn't get anythiong to drink if it wasn't from the bar. Shows were OK .. after spending 2000.00$ on a 3 night crusie I was dissappointed, felt I did not get my monies worth. The pool was very small ( only had 1) and our day back from the bahammas there were so many people in it my kids couldn't swim. They did have a splash area by the slides where we spent most of our time with the little ones. Also no sail away party and hardly any music on deck :( Ship Quality
Dining/FoodFood was great service was awfull Stateroom Qualitystareoon attendant was great.... for a family of 5 our room was WAY to small. Very stressful when we were in the cabin. Ship Staff QualityUnless you wanted a bar drink you were ignored Entertainment & ActivitiesDidn't care for the shows... Children's ProgramsKids liked camp carnival, but as a family there were not any activities 1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Bad Experience by
Nicholas W from Atlanta,Ga Sailing date: Apr 2010Pros: the food Cons: they don't explain the money that you ended up spending,to me its a rip off,where do the money go to that you pay to cruse i don't like it and every stop you make it cost lots of money look like the carnival ship would have this work out in your price before you sail Dining/Food
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Great Cruise! by
Jennifer O from Indianapolis, IN Sailing date: Mar 2010Pros: Kids camp and the buffet Cons: Can't think of anything We just returned from the cruise that departed on 3/28/10. We had an extremely long wait when checking in because a drunken passenger on the prior cruise made a hoax bomb threat at 4am. But, I'm glad the cruise line took all the appropriate safety precautions to ensure it was not real. We also had to skip our stop in Freeport due to bad weather. We later learned that a tornado touched down in Freeport. Again, so glad the captain kept us safe throughout the trip. I would definitely recommend this trip. Atlantis was fun. Ship Quality
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Stateroom QualityWe are a family of 5 and stayed in a suite. It was very comfortable for us! Ship Staff Quality
Entertainment & ActivitiesI wished there were more activities for adults such as wine tastings, etc. during the day. Children's Programs
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bad decor/ bad service/ money grubbers by
zsani h. from hagerstown, in Sailing date: Dec 2009Pros: evening dining Cons: constantly asking for more money our weather was bad - not the fault of the crew at all. check in was hard. food was fair. decor was outdated and tacky. they constantly asked for more money for everything. the shows were the highlight but still not fantastic. debarkation went very smooth but there was not box offered for the shipboard comment form. i tried to get what i wanted from the cruise by asking the information desk which was not helpful in the least. the lady at the desk was so unhelpful i walked away crying when asking where the morning stretch was located. by the way, i went to the morning stretch and although it was on the itinerary it did not exist. Ship Qualityship size was good. Dining/Foodthe dining room was great and my waitor was wonderful. the food there was good. the buffet areas were crowded and unappealing. Stateroom Qualitythis was better than i expected. i liked the window and area i was in. we slept 5 to our stateroom. it was not roomy but well laid out. Ship Staff Qualitydining room and stateroom help was magnificent. the cruise director was windy and boring. the help desk was horrific until it came time to pay the shipboard account then they were nice. the crew who ran the games and activities did not promote a good time. the crew from camp carnival was not interested in providing for normal kid entertainment. i would suppose the paid babysitting option was better taken care of. Entertainment & Activitiesshows were entertaining. the gym did not have the very first class i went for so i did not try again. the shipboard games were ran by people who did not want to be there. Children's Programsmy five year old was bored and did not want to return after the first time attending. my eleven year old said 'no way' after his first trip to camp carnival as well. he felt the activities were not age appropriate. 3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Wasn't what I expected considering... by
Mona'e D. from Orlando, FL Sailing date: Oct 2009Pros: Friendly staff Cons: Lack of activities aboard... The dining food was pretty good. They served lobster tails and shrimp. However, the buffet selections were not good. Compared to other ships I have been on, and considering this is supposed to be a "party ship," it lacked activities aboard. Ship Quality
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Great cruise in every way! by
Gail B from Tampa, FL Sailing date: Oct 2009Pros: Wonderful Crew, Food & Entertainment Cons: Nothing! Cape Canaveral has the most efficient check-in process. From the time we locked our car to standing on deck was 15minutes!!! The ship was very clean & visually appealing. The staff was attentive & pleasant.
Food was Fabulous!!! Entertainment was typical cruise stuff.
both ports of call, Freeport & Nassau were heavenly. We spent a lot of time in the beautiful Bahama water. Atlantis Beach Day tour ($89.00) was overpriced. Cruise passengers are escorted to a designated beach area which is a "hike & a 1/2" in the hot sun, up & down stairs away from the guests. There are no conveniently located lavatories. They promise chairs, but only a small number have sun visors atteched. Umbrella rental (if you weren't lucky enough to get a good chair) is $30.00 in addition to the $89.00 tour. The water was fantastic, however, you can take a taxi to Cable beach for a lot less! Ship QualityBoth public & in-stateroom lavatories have an awful odor which is not unique to this ship. Everything else was wonderful! Dining/FoodQuality of food was excellant. Great choices & Fantastic service!!!! Stateroom QualityBathrooms appear clean but don't smell clean. Typical on many cruise ships. Ship Staff Quality
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**the only way to go on vacation** by
Kristin Trowbridge from Urbana, Ohio Sailing date: Oct 2009Pros: buffets, entertainment, the staff Cons: little rooms My overall impression of this cruise; AMAZING!! After being on several vacations throughout the years, this is now that only way I will want to take a trip. This was our FIRST time crusing and it was a great experience. There were minor details that I could complain about, but the overall vacation was spectacular. When first approaching the port, I thought to myself, this is going to be crazy getting all of these people with their luggage to the right spot, especially when I was crusing with 5 other people and one of them was a toddler. However, the boarding process was FAST and sooo easy. Before I knew it, we were through security and onto the boat, eating the all u can eat lunch buffet. If you love to eat, then a cruise is for you. THERE WAS EVEN A CHOCOLATE BUFFET FOR ALL YOU CHOCOLATE LOVERS.... the food was always there and fresh. The water was very calm and even porting into the Bahamas was fast and easy. Getting through customs was quick and no problems getting on and off the boat to visit Nassau. The entertainment on board was great-- loved the disco and the waterworks. Finally, at last, getting off the boat was fast. They give you an option of being self issist, by taking your own bags off the boat or waiting for them (the staff) to take it to customs for you. We didnt have any problems there at all. GREAT CRUISE!!! THE STAFF WERE GREAT, especially I PUTU!!! Ship QualityFor being a smaller ship, the boat was still huge to me. We didnt even make it to the front of the shp and we sailed for four days. VERY CLEAN!!! Dining/FoodALL U CAN BUFFETS ALL THE TIME!! No matter if you were hungry at 5pm or 3am, there was always something to eat. Stateroom QualityI will say that the inside staterooms were kinda of small, especially with three adults and a toddler. I will upgrade to a bigger room when we cruise again. LOVE THE TOWEL ANIMALS Ship Staff QualityTHE STAFF WAS WONDERFUL. They were very helpful, friendly and they went above and beyond my expectiations. Our dining room staff were wonderful with my toddler and a smile on their face everytime you saw them..... GREAT!!! Entertainment & ActivitiesKaroke and the Disco were very fun. Casino wasnt too big, but didnt stay too long since I didnt want to lose all of my money.. haha Children's ProgramsCamp Carnivial seemed to be very good. My 2 year old son wouldn't stay in the room, but I would recommend it to all parents. The idea of a cell phone that they give you is a very helpful part in taking your children to the camp. They can call you whenever you are needed even when you are off the ship! :-) 2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
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awesome cruise !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! by
elizabeth s. from tallahassee fl Sailing date: Sep 2009Pros: everything staff & food Cons: nothing but lost money in casino and wanted to win win win ! this was great wish we had more time but will be going again soon ! Ship Quality
Dining/Fooduse main dining room everynight the menue is wonderful use buffets for other meals Stateroom Qualityvery nice pillows and bedding we over slept it was comfortable Ship Staff Qualitythey remember your name and very friendly Entertainment & Activitiesgo to all the shows they are great ! 0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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