maritaysa Posted July 28, 2013 #1 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Excited to be on the Miracle in October. I want to make sure we make the most of our time on our short 4 day cruise. What are we in for, and what are must dos and must sees? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thecruiserofships Posted July 28, 2013 #2 Share Posted July 28, 2013 (edited) The Miracle is a great ship! I cruised on her to Alaska this year and loved the ship & itinerary! I am sharing a link to my review with you. It is on my personal cruise website. There are many pictures of the ship & food in the review. Since you are not doing the same itinerary you might want to look at my Day 1, Day 2, and Day 7 because they contain many pictures of the ship. The other days are mainly Alaska photos. http://www.embarkandaway.com/carnival-miracle-7day-alaska-cruise-review-2013.html Must Do's: Go to the shows! I really enjoyed "Generations" and "Ticket to Ride". The buffet gets crowded easily, but the lines for food move fast. You might have some trouble finding seats if you are traveling in a large group. Edited July 28, 2013 by thecruiserofships Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yakdaddy42 Posted July 28, 2013 #3 Share Posted July 28, 2013 I was also Miracle for a Alaska cruise. I really like the serenity area rear lido deck, the hammocks are great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maritaysa Posted July 28, 2013 Author #4 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Thanks for the info folks. The pics are really making me look forward to seeing the Miracle. Is it October yet? ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruizinman Posted July 28, 2013 #5 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Love that ship, perhaps check out lido with two pools ! Or the grapevine in the MDR ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparky2 Posted July 29, 2013 #6 Share Posted July 29, 2013 (edited) Be sure to check out Gatsby's Garden - check your little "map" for where it's at. It was very nice and quiet. Just looked it up on Carnival's website - deck plans. It's at the front on deck 3. Spirit Class (Spirit, Miracle, Legend, & Pride) are out favorite class. We've been on Miracle & Legend. It's so easy to navigate because you don't have the dining room in the center which prevents one from going from the front of ship to back of ship on 3 different floors. Edited July 29, 2013 by Sparky2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted July 29, 2013 #7 Share Posted July 29, 2013 The Miracle just looks so old and antique compared to the dream class ships and even the Splendor looks so much nicer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcdancerkc Posted July 29, 2013 #8 Share Posted July 29, 2013 2nd the hammocks! :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathyz Posted July 29, 2013 #9 Share Posted July 29, 2013 The Miracle just looks so old and antique compared to the dream class ships and even the Splendor looks so much nicer. But the Spirit class ships are the best! Great flow and don't ever seem crowded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maritaysa Posted July 29, 2013 Author #10 Share Posted July 29, 2013 This is our first time on a Spirit class ship. It'll be nice to be on a ship I don't know like the back of my hand! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkCruiser24 Posted July 29, 2013 #11 Share Posted July 29, 2013 I sailed on Miracle quite some time ago now, but I do second Gatsby's Gardens. It was always nice and quiet and I believe that's where there are some great circular windows you can actually sit and read in! The library is also nice on Miracle. While I wasn't a fan of the grapes in the dining room the rest of the ship was quite nice. It's much easier to navigate than the older Fantasy and Destiny class ships. You'll have a great time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maritaysa Posted February 26, 2015 Author #12 Share Posted February 26, 2015 I wonder if they're going to get rid of Gatsby's garden with the 2.0 upgrades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccruisequeen Posted February 26, 2015 #13 Share Posted February 26, 2015 I wonder if they're going to get rid of Gatsby's garden with the 2.0 upgrades. I doubt it. Restaurants wouldn't fit there. They will be enlarging the candy shoppe to a cherry on the top. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BK512 Posted February 26, 2015 #14 Share Posted February 26, 2015 I was just on the Miracle last week, and she'll be going into dry dock in a few weeks for some upgrades. You'll have a Red Frog pub and an Alchemy Bar as additions/changes, as well as a "new" sports bar. They are bringing the Hasbro game shows and Playlist Productions. I'm not sure that this is an 'upgrade', as the Miracle live 7-piece band was fantastic. They are adding Seuss at Sea and Cherry on Top, too. I enjoyed the Miracle. Easily navigated, lots of outdoor spaces to find a place to relax. I personally didn't care for the decor, especially the dining room, but I know others like it. But the food is good, the service is good, and well, if you get bored, that's on you. Enjoy your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arby70 Posted February 26, 2015 #15 Share Posted February 26, 2015 I enjoyed the Miracle last year when we went on the Alaska cruise. It never felt crowded to me unless you brave the sale areas in the shops...then look out! I enjoyed some of the seating areas near the central lobby area. Very comfy and not really noisy. I'd grab a drink at the bar in the lobby and take my book and sit nearby on one of the sofas. There was a piano bar that I thought was quite comfy and quiet too on the same deck I think as the lobby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N7786W Flyer Posted February 26, 2015 #16 Share Posted February 26, 2015 From our Carnival Miracle Hawaii cruise in January... The aforementioned Dining Room... Gatsby's Garden... My personal favorite, the atrium lobby... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N7786W Flyer Posted February 26, 2015 #17 Share Posted February 26, 2015 A few more... Nick and Nora's... The Library/Internet Cafe'... The Sports Bar (can't remember the name) The Phantom Lounge... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N7786W Flyer Posted February 26, 2015 #18 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Madhatter's One of the pool areas at night... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lollylew Posted February 27, 2015 #19 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I was just on the Miracle last week, and she'll be going into dry dock in a few weeks for some upgrades. You'll have a Red Frog pub and an Alchemy Bar as additions/changes, as well as a "new" sports bar. They are bringing the Hasbro game shows and Playlist Productions. I'm not sure that this is an 'upgrade', as the Miracle live 7-piece band was fantastic. They are adding Seuss at Sea and Cherry on Top, too. I enjoyed the Miracle. Easily navigated, lots of outdoor spaces to find a place to relax. I personally didn't care for the decor, especially the dining room, but I know others like it. But the food is good, the service is good, and well, if you get bored, that's on you. Enjoy your cruise. I am REALLY REALLY crossing my fingers that Carnival is adding the Blue Iguana and Guy's Burgers even if it is not mentioned. It would just seem weird to do all 2.0 upgrades to another sister ship (Pride) but not this one [emoji79] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted February 27, 2015 #20 Share Posted February 27, 2015 They didn't put them on Legend for the 2.0 so don't hold your breath for Miracle. Legend didn't even get the Alchemy Bar. We only go on the Spirit class ships because we love them! We were on Miracle a year ago, and will be back on in a little less than a year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maritaysa Posted February 28, 2015 Author #21 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Great pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanmarcosman Posted February 28, 2015 #22 Share Posted February 28, 2015 I am REALLY REALLY crossing my fingers that Carnival is adding the Blue Iguana and Guy's Burgers even if it is not mentioned. It would just seem weird to do all 2.0 upgrades to another sister ship (Pride) but not this one [emoji79] It was announced at the VIFP party aboard the Miracle on February 13th that these venues are not to be included. Those who are calling this a 1.50 and not an upgrade to 2.0 are correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maritaysa Posted March 1, 2015 Author #23 Share Posted March 1, 2015 It was announced at the VIFP party aboard the Miracle on February 13th that these venues are not to be included. Those who are calling this a 1.50 and not an upgrade to 2.0 are correct. I really wanted to try Guy's but at least we'll have Red Frog. Great appetizers and drinks there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DANCING GRANDMOMMY Posted March 1, 2015 #24 Share Posted March 1, 2015 I was not aware that the Miracle had a 4 day cruise in October. Thought she did the 7 day and the Imagination did the 3 and 4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanmarcosman Posted March 1, 2015 #25 Share Posted March 1, 2015 I was not aware that the Miracle had a 4 day cruise in October. Neither was I and I don't see any 4 day sailings for the Miracle posted on CCL site :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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