We have enjoy cruising on other shipping lines, when we were invited to join friends on Carnival we thought sure. Haven't been on carnival before. First time for everything. Overall the food is plentyful, with lots of variations, Pizza, Mexican, BBQ, Dinning room food is truly delicious. If you have children then this cruise is for you, as they have great water slides and activities for children. Take note: extra activities will be additional costs. Eg build a bear, paint a beach bag to take home to mention a few. Children can play bingo, and the lucky youngsters have also won... $$ on our cruise. If you like a drink, it's not duty free. It's standard bar prices. Other cruise ships we have travelled on have duty free cheaper drinks and cocktails on board. Serenity section for adults only is great, but you need to get in early for a pod, unfortunately it is below the children's water slides, so you will hear squealing children.
Just want to make next cruise visitors aware, this cabin is located directly below the stage. Online when you look at the deck plan, no where does it show there is a stage. This must be a new addition. Outdoor movies every night & outdoor bands every few nights. The pool area is above you. If your a person who is out all the time, nightclubbing. Casino. Watching the movies on deck. Then this cabin with balcony is great. But if you prefer an earlier night to sleep. (Before midnight) Don't pick this cabin. You will hear the base from the loud movies & the theme nights can be heard from your cabin. Ear plugs needed.