jdog99

We will be taking Amtrak from New London CT to Penn Station (2 and 1/2 hours) and then a taxi to the cruise terminal. We looked at driving in and parking, but train and taxi is less expensive and easier. Who needs a lot of stress when going on vacation? Jim

I have heard about some rowdy behavior, but that's no surprise with Carnival, especially with a ship full of New Yorkers😁

I see that this will be your first Carnival cruise. Each cruise line has a distinct personality and I enjoy the vibe and personality of all of them. Holland tends to be a quieter cruise with older guests while Carnival tends to foster a louder party atmosphere and Royal Caribbean and Norwegian are between the two with a more family vibe. A positive outlook makes all the difference between finding enjoyment or misery. Jim

I am starting a roll call for this cruise. I have 3 cruises planned aboard the Venezia in 2024 - one in January, one in May and this one in February. Jim

I booked this currently as a solo - hoping to get my brothers to join me. I am taking Amtrak in and out of NY too (from CT) - seems like an easy way to get to/from NY without mortgaging my house to pay for parking. I am also booked on the Venezia in January and February so I can relate my experience with the ship after those cruises. BTW, my experience cruising is if you show up with a go with the flow attitude and are ready to be flexible you will have a good time. If you look for things to be upset about you will find them but if you look for things to enjoy you will find them. Jim

Hi, Wife and I are booked on this cruise and I am booked solo on the Venezia again in February and May (hoping my brothers can join me on this one) Jim