Carnival Sunshine Review
W1zard
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s
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Sail Date: Feb 2019
Cabin: Balcony
Cruise dates fit our schedule well. As we ended up with 24 in our group (not planned) all with my time dining it was quite a surprise that we never had trouble with seating for dinner. We actually had a group of tables 3 of 7 nights and on other nights group members tried out different venues which was fun to share with each other later. We loved Hostess Rashida and tried for Head Waiter ElPedrio with success. The Daily Chicken is rather tasteless but the Port Menu which changes each day offered many tasty entrees. Everyone raved over the salmon, trout, flank steak. Try to time my time so you aren’t rushed to get your main course by showtime. The waiters are required to stop everything to perform. We only had that happen 1 time we made sure to be very early or late most of the week. We only did breakfast 1 time on LIDO the rest we went to the dining room and had excellent experience. This is contrary to other reviews we read which surpirsed me. We always requested a back table to enjoy looking out at sea. Eggs, Omlettes, pancakes, waffles, etc were great and bacon cooked crispy to order did not disappoint.
Ports - DR We found a taxi driver to take us to the TRAM, RESTAURANT, AND SOUVENIOR SHOP in Puerto Plata. Our driver stayed with us even up the tram. Of course we treated him to lunch. The cost so reasonable $90, $30 tip, $20 tip driver manager. Round trip was 3-4 hours.
Puerto Rico - we decided to just walk to shopping found the Cathedral, Umbrella Street, Genesis Cafe, just enjoyed a beautiful day. Our cousin went the rain forest which she said was fantastic (another contrary report to some on this site).
Cabin Review
Balcony
Cabin 8E
I was very pleased with the cabin. We had the balcony wall opened up between our cabin and my parents which made it so nice to sit together at various times. Of course it is small but everything you need is provided. Hairdryers are in desk drawer which helps since bath is so small. The safe is easy to use and there is lots of closet space. Luggage fit in but you can still stowe under bed. We were just forward of glass elevators which work so much faster than any other elevators on the ship. We did investigate the forward balcony discussed in other reviews on deck 6 and 7 nice view. Late night music from Liquid Lounge and Lobby Bar can disturb but no worries everything only lasts about 30 minutes and pretty much over at midnight.
Port Reviews
Grand Turk
Most of the Grand Turk Residents work for Carnival - It really is a great day for a beach or water activity as the island is very small. Go on an adventure of your own. If you are a cyclist rent one this island is really only 7 miles long and very narrow. All roads lead to the airstrip and port.
St. Thomas
The shopping expert transportation is really the best way to go to get to town and back it isn’t very far. While some in our group did go snorkeling and on other island tours everyone said they enjoyed their experience. Many bought at Crown - check out all the jewelers for quality and price before you buy. Crown did come recommended by our US Cruise Agent.
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)
Bicycle Surrey for elderly a nice touch. Don’t be frightened off by high priced tours. Make up your own insist the driver stick to your plan and get out to see the island it is really quite beautiful.
San Juan
After I heard the rain forest was back in action I would love to go there so next trip I will make an effort to see it.
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