We decided to treat my mom to a cruise. I have heard things about Carnival being a "lower budget" ship, but I have several clients who love Carnival. We went on a 5 day Mexico cruise on Carnival out of Miami. We spent one night in Miami, loved it but didn't have enough time to hang out on the strip, which means I will be going back.
The cruise ship was a bit older and had been refurbished within the last 5 years, The Carnival Fantasy. Check in was relatively easy and we were actually considered "VIP" and were escorted to the ship. We booked a 3 person suite and what we got was a room with 3 beds, two regular twin beds and one child's bed. The shower stall was big and the bathroom was great.
Food: All I can say is if you are a real picky eater, this is not the ship for you. Small variety daily and the best meal on the ship is the cheeseburger and french fries. We attempted to eat at the main dining room twice and in the middle of our meal, we left. The service was not what you would expect in a dining room, no water unless you asked, no drink orders unless you asked, no bread unless you asked, and the menu selections were limited and the food sub-par.
Entertainment: what entertainment?
Pool - dominated by 20-30 year olds - small and no where to relax in the water. You had to literally get in where you fit in.
The poolside DJ was awesome so we lounged around soaking up the sun and enjoyed the music.
Ports of Call: Nothing to do but shop in Key West, Florida and Cozumel. I loved Cozumel but did not have enough time to really explore. We went on a wonderful excursion to a private island where the beach was awesome.
I don't want to be too harsh on Carnival or judge them by this ship or cruise. I am told they have stepped up their game on the newer mega ships. I will have to try one out and get back to you.
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