We got there the night before and stayed in Ft. Laud. w/ family got to the port 1040am .First off Miami port was a breeze we had priority boarding. We were on the boat at 1140am.

I love Carnival! I read so many negative things on here about the sensation. Its an Old ship. We had a blast. People always pick on the decor and carpet. who cares you are not working,you have people waiting on you. Enjoy life and that what I did. The food was ok not terrible like everyone said .There is something you will like,salmon was good,ceasar salad was excellent. Pumpkin soup was awesome.Chocolate melting cake was the Bomb. Ive had better food for sure.The longer the cruise the better the food for sure. Lots to choose from. The Mexican place and Guys burgers were great!! The pizza was ok .The deli was really good. We went to all the Comedy shows they were really good even the PG. If u dont like R shows dont go cause it was R rated.They were really funny. The piano bar was ok not great .He was slow.We left. The casino bar (the smoking area) has the Best Band ever!!! It was very smokie. The casino is always a Blast. I lost my butt though. Super slow on getting your drinks though esp. if there free.The serenity deck (adult only) was really nice. !st stop key West Im from S. florida so ive been many times. It was fun.We didnt have long it was chilly and early u really dont feel like drinking at 730am .We went on a Trolly ride all around town,u ca get off and on when ever u want. It was nice and scenic. Best Conch fritters around and Key Lime pie. We left Key west around 130 pm and headed to Cozumel that was a blast. We took dune buggie tour and snorkel/lighthouse and island tour. wwwcozumelcruiseexcursions.net we did it on our own not through Carnival. It was a blast Lunch was included. We drank/shopped and partied. All and All We had a blast. It is what u make of it. Dont listen to Bad reviews.