StephPS79

I'm not sure what point to take from this comment, but as it relates to this post, my experience on Carnival has been better than my experience on Royal Caribbean, regardless of the ship itself. Royal Caribbean's price tag is exceedingly higher than Carnival's. Do I think Oasis of the Seas is superior to any ship in Carnival's fleet? Absolutely! Do I think that justifies a poorer experience with a higher price tag? Not a chance.

I haven't been on Venezia, but I've sailed a few different Oasis class ships, including Oasis, along with some various size Carnival ships. What I always find myself saying, Oasis class ships are beautiful ships, they win on this ship itself, hands down. But whatever reason, I have more fun on Carnival. A pretty ship is nice, but that doesn't complete the cruise experience.

Yes, it is still under In Room Food and Beverages, but only available on cruises 7 nights or longer, so if your cruise is 6 nights or less, it won't be available. Also limited to 1 bottle per stateroom.

I, like many here it seems, am still recovering from The Holidays Hangover, so I am happy to have something to keep me entertained for another week while I try to "work"...lol Maybe by February I'll find the motivation to be productive...

It seems the issue here is that the offer code probably included drinks on board for a companion, so whoever was booked in the same cabin would get the Cheers package. Once hubby was moved to the other room to accommodate the minor policy, the Cheers package was lost. Booking him originally with the infant wouldn't have granted him the Cheers package either.

I was just about to reply with this! It's not blowing your bar money in the casino, it's about not blowing your regular cruise cash in the casino. If you buy the bar cash, there is no chance you can cash it in on the machine to gamble lol. Some people might benefit from that added roadblock when the drinks are flowing!

@HelloItsMeB might need another recovery day after this one!

Yes, you will sign for every drink.

Maybe a story to make you feel a bit better - my brother had a similar situation last November, on Wonder OTS - in the Solarium. At the time, the area in the front was quiet. It was a single use restroom, but since the area was pretty deserted, he decided it would be okay to "go." Also, not planning ahead, he had undies on under his swim trunks, but then I guess decided he was going to do a little pool lounging, so decided this was an opportune time to remove the undies. Needless to say, this whole endeavor took several minutes. When he emerged from the bathroom...holding his undies...there was a line of guys about 5 deep waiting to use this restroom...I think he said just about the same thing you did, and planned to never return there lol.

I made the dreaded mistake on our last cruise. It was even more complicated as it was the first week of November, and Daylight Savings Time ended on Embarkation night. Then we were in Costa Maya, but no idea what timezone my phone was in, but my alarm ended up being an hour behind. Who can keep all that straight on vacation?! Flip-flop, flip-flop. Look, I'm just trying to relax! Oof. Yeah, ended up missing that excursion completely.

I actually love Conquest class ships, but I might be slightly biased, since Glory was our first ship lol. I wouldn't hesitate to book a Conquest class if it were a cruise we were interested in. I actually really like the layout. I like the atrium and how it is used. There's no Ocean Plaza, so a lot of the events are in the atrium area. I like the exterior deck off the lobby on deck 3. I also really like the stadium-type pool deck. While I do like large ships, it's not the largest ship, and I enjoy that. And, for whatever reason, I love a Farcus-styled ship lol. However, if you are one that is bothered by a ship's age and wear and tear, and limited restaurants, it might not be the ship for you.

Holy Schnikes! After about a week away (Christmas VAC and I avoid the computer as much as possible when not working lol!) - I come back to this news, albeit a little late to the show and 4 pages deep. Merry Christmas to me!

Rush rush rush seems by choice. You could opt to sit an a lounger all day long if you chose to do so.

As someone who has done both, I will take a cruise over camping 1000 times over. But TBH, I dislike camping quite a bit lol.

Same!

And this is why food is subjective. I actually quite like the Reuben at the Carnival deli, and think Carnival's buffet is hands down better than RCI. Was on the Wonder in November, and the buffet, while set up well, had mostly cold, flavorless food. And that's RCI's newest ship right now.

Hence, the cost-saving measures, or "cutbacks" as everyone likes to say.

I do mind the price increases. I like that there are price-points for everyone, me included. I haven't experienced any "rougher customers," and I appreciate having an affordable option. And if I'm being truthful, I find the crowd on Carnival to be much more fun than other lines I've sailed. I agree prices have increased, but this isn't specific to Carnival, or even cruising. But, if you feel the value isn't appropriate to the cost, you did the logical thing and adapted by looking at other options.

The prices on the first picture are per person. The second picture is total for 2 guests with taxes and port fees. Looks correct. The only difference is some categories are sold out.

Well, I mean, if the target market finds the current product acceptable, why wouldn't Carnival put that product out? I think it's being overlooked that Carnival is BILLIONS of dollars in debt. What they were once capable of doesn't mean the are currently capable. I took my first cruise in 2018. I had a better time on every one of my cruises than any previous vacation I can remember, and will continue to sail with Carnival. I have no problem defending the product.

I'll be honest, I never knew it was even a thing. lol. I guess I don't get the omelette hype. I also never understood why anyone waits in that long line on the lido for an omelette. I can make one at home in 5 minutes.

Yeah, we've won a couple of $10 dollars here or there. Never the second chance.

I've done the steakhouse on Magic and Glory and had a fantastic meal every time. Of course, there are variances from ship to ship, and haven't been on Mardi Gras, but we plan to visit it on every ship. 100% the experiences so far have been worth it.

I know this has been explained a few times, but how difficult is it to have gift card applied as OBC? Does this have to be done at customer service, or kiosk onboard, or can it be done ahead of time on the website?

I think the Facebook posts have been passive aggressive too. Here's a hot take: He wanted the Cruise Fleet Director position, but was passed for Chris Williams. Probably had a bad day or something rubbed the wrong way and he said Peace Out, Bees.