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Once we scheduled for a cruise and did not have the choice of early dining because Plats and Diams had taken them all. No FTTF either. So, we took YTD. It was okay. But much prefer 6pm.

I've found food pretty consistent. Only place service was inconsistent was in MDR. That depends on training and time of service. I've been on small and large ships. If you have new staff still training, they can get orders mixed up--or you might get cold food. That happened to me once. I sent it back and was brought a hot plate by a head waiter who apologized. If a crew is nearing end of contract, they do move a little more slowly--but they are exhausted. I try to cut them slack. They work hard and ridiculous hours. I try to tip well. I'm in a service field myself. I know what it is like to work long hours for little appreciation.

Just stopping for a week...

It's SWAG. Like when you go to a convention and vendors give out SWAG. Sometimes SWAG is cool (one vendor gave out crazy socks this year). Sometimes SWAG sucks (I've got way too many crappy ink pens). 

Take the good SWAG. Donate the crappy SWAG. 

(Need to bring those ink pens to Goodwill).

33 days!!!!

I admit to being a beer snob. I don't drink American domestics. I'm really spoiled here in New Orleans with the variety from our local breweries, all of which are carried in local markets. I did see Abita Amber last year on the Carnival Triumph (out of the Port of New Orleans and before her makeover).

I'm really looking forward to tasting the new Carnival brews next month on the Carnival Glory.

Just read the article. He was found by the pool. He was probably up on the Panorama deck or Jogging Track and fell to the Lido deck.

Got a "guaranteed" upgrade only once. We get to the cabin, which was an Oceanview (we originally booked inside cabin), and it had all this swag for Carnival Players Club. I guess someone in the club cancelled last minute. But, great swag! And FTTF debarkation was thrown in!

Serenity Deck for me!

Or secluded shady spot.

November cruise coming up on the Carnival Glory:

-New BBQ on second story of Red Sail (Panorama Deck).

-Lobster Roll from Seafood Shaq

-Night snuggling on Serenity Deck

-Waterslides!

-Afternoon Tea

-Spiked coffee

-New Carnival Brewery Beers

-Behind the Fun Tour (never before on this ship)

I'm a regular at the Alchemy Bar and always trying new foods at the MDR.

Have done Steakhouse and Behind the Fun before on other ships.

I always have extra Mardi Gras beads. I put those on the door or mail box.

5 minutes ago, canes20 said:

Yes sir. My wife is very picky about what she eats so if you have a recommendation that has a good steak or grilled chicken that would really help. I love about anything that could be put on the table in front of me.

Your hotel is not far from a Houston's and from John's Steakhouse on St. Charles Ave. 

You could even walk.

Actually it was my very first cruise on the Carnival Conquest when it was first in New Orleans. We were cruising in May around when the colleges had let out for summer.

I was out on deck for first sea day and a group of LSU students decided that the back deck above the aft pool would be the topless deck. 

Because, you know, can't have tan lines...

I'm not a sun-worshipper, but love being outside. I will find a shady lounger and read while sipping on alcoholic beverages.

I'm a Serenity Deck inhabitant.

Sometimes I nap out there. 

If there are cooking demos, I do go to those.

And I love a Behind the Fun tour!

Sometimes my wife talks me into a demonstration or spa visit.

I do drink beer during the afternoon while on board, but I couldn't drink four. 

But I do get the bucket because I've found I can bring what I don't drink back to the room and put it in the fridge or in a bucket of ice for the next day. I bring a little collapsible cooler to keep the beer cold while on deck.

I enjoyed my steakhouse experience, but it was too much food. Rather go to MDR and eat what is offered. 

Bring it.

Thanks for the review. Will be on board Nov 17.

Not really. Just happy to be onboard and on vacation.

I sail on the type of ship that I can afford and which sails out of my homeport.

My parents like NCL--but not my cup of tea to pay for all those extra restaurants. I like the free food and the amenities on a Carnival ship. I'm not about getting "extras" or paying for "extras" unless its an experience I really want. 

Did my first Chef's Table on my last cruise. Im done.

Did a steakhouse two years ago. Done.

They only big "splurge" I do is the Behind the Fun tour--I think it's fascinating.

I have a booking for the Mardi Gras which I'm sure will go through some renovations as it is built. But my wife and I are in an inside cabin, so I doubt we will be moved.

Actually, I don't want a gift. I'm happy just to be on the cruise. Well, maybe a little extra credit on my bar tab? 

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Greg,

Thank you for the excellent review. 

Wife and I are 75 days out from boarding the same ship and itinerary.

Now I know what to expect! And I don't have to do any more research.

We live in New Orleans, so we just grab an Uber to the port.

On 8/24/2019 at 7:57 AM, Saint Greg said:

 

New Orleans' version of the Running of the Bulls!

On 8/23/2019 at 5:01 PM, Saint Greg said:

Welcome to Lee Circle..or Leeless Circle. The statue of Robert E. Lee that once stood on that pedestal was a casualty of the war on confederate monuments a couple years ago. A total of four statues were removed from around New Orleans.

 

 

In New Orleans we now call it "Pee" Circle...It's where all the Porta-Potty boxes are stationed for Mardi Gras parades!

On 8/15/2019 at 3:38 PM, Shaded Lady said:

 

Dustin Gabriel...

 

here's the link for anyone looking to find who the CD is for their cruise...

 

https://airtable.com/shrxzucqLGHbpDmm8/tblZJCAW6us7UhDmZ?blocks=hide&fbclid=IwAR0x0xOrRmHIi6AZubP1D_ksHixrw-krJMz1CZ4sHAcTxCpmsC1B64N5lho

Looks like Cookie Adams comes onboard the C. Glory on the same day I embark!