mummer Posted July 13, 2014 #1 Share Posted July 13, 2014 We spent the last week on our first Carnival cruise. "We" being my husband, our two children and myself. It was amazing! Carnival is now our favorite line. From embarkation to debarkation, it was wonderful. We loved the shows and the fact that there was live music each night. We loved the steakhouse. The kids really liked JiJis, but my husband and I probably wouldn't go again. The shows were packed, but lining up a bit early gave us our pick of seats. We had 4 ports, so we were quite busy! We did all excursions through Carnival because it gave me a comfort level. Each tour guide went out of their way to ensure we had a great time. (Dolphin, push, pull and swim in Cozumel. Pirates, monkeys and birds in Honduras. Mayan ruins and beach break in Costa Maya. Shark and stingray alley in Belize. ) Just wanted to thank everyone for helping us plan a fabulous vacation! Now the unpacking begins... Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pungo3 Posted July 13, 2014 #2 Share Posted July 13, 2014 Congratulations on a fabulous cruise! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Planning ahead, and asking questions, always helps make the trip more enjoyable. Hope to see you here, planning your next one! Happy sailing.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkNC Posted July 13, 2014 #3 Share Posted July 13, 2014 Thanks for the report! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
applefangirl Posted July 13, 2014 #4 Share Posted July 13, 2014 Thanks so much for your glowing review! We sail on the Sunshine on August 9, and I am happy to see your positive comments! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#1TravelMom Posted July 13, 2014 #5 Share Posted July 13, 2014 We were on the Sunshine just a few weeks ago. Glad to hear you had a great time. We loved the Sunshine even though we had very low expectations due to poor reviews. Our DD9 just loved the waterpark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireEater Posted July 13, 2014 #6 Share Posted July 13, 2014 Congrats! We (me) are looking at the Sunshine for next November to try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bafinegan Posted July 13, 2014 #7 Share Posted July 13, 2014 Glad you enjoyed it! We are going on her in Feb. Do you by any chance have the funtimes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpal1993 Posted July 13, 2014 #8 Share Posted July 13, 2014 We cruised on Sunshine June 10,2013 and loved the ship.Our only complaint was that our cruise was so port intensive that we did not have enough time on board to enjoy the ship.LOL! We are looking into booking Breeze out of Miami next June.Loved the Alchemy bar ,Blue Iguana Cafe, Guys Burgers and the Serenity Pool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mummer Posted July 14, 2014 Author #9 Share Posted July 14, 2014 No sorry. I was a crazy mom trying to keep the cabin organized do all the paperwork got tossed each evening. ;) Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjcruiser Posted July 14, 2014 #10 Share Posted July 14, 2014 Thanks for posting about your first Carnival experience. I'm glad that your and your family enjoyed yourselves!!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolphinsfan246 Posted July 14, 2014 #11 Share Posted July 14, 2014 We were on the same cruise as you! We also had a great time and didn't see many of negatives that have been posted in the reviews. I never even smelled "the smell" personally. Sunshine is by far my favorite ship now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennN Posted July 15, 2014 #12 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Good to hear! We are on the Sunshine in December and are super excited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandatsea Posted July 15, 2014 #13 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Great that you enjoyed your 1st cruise on Carnival. Hope you plan another cruise with them soon. We always have an awesome time on any of Carnivals ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare EngIceDave Posted July 15, 2014 #14 Share Posted July 15, 2014 My son and I will be boarding on Saturday, for a little Father/Son bonding trip. Doing the west, same as you did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ltmguy Posted July 15, 2014 #15 Share Posted July 15, 2014 We sail on her Aug 2 and can't wait. What shows were your favorite and did your kids enjoy them? We can't wait to see our cabin we are in the Grand scenic ocean view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mummer Posted July 15, 2014 Author #16 Share Posted July 15, 2014 While we liked them all, I liked the Motown the best. My husband liked Epic Rock the best. Our kids liked them all, even though Epic Rock was a bit risqué. ;) Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mummer Posted July 15, 2014 Author #17 Share Posted July 15, 2014 P.s. Have a great time! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizinisthebest Posted July 15, 2014 #18 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Nice review. Seems like Sunshine has worked out most of her kinks! Look forward to sailing her one day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PathfinderEss Posted July 15, 2014 #19 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Glad you had a great cruise, welcome back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cherbear4000 Posted July 15, 2014 #20 Share Posted July 15, 2014 I am doing the shark/stingray excursion in Belize next week. What did you think about it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ltmguy Posted July 15, 2014 #21 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Thx for the info I am very excited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookiejarvis Posted July 16, 2014 #22 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Glad you enjoyed it! We are going on her in Feb. Do you by any chance have the funtimes? I do. Inbox me address and I'll get them to you Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookiejarvis Posted July 16, 2014 #23 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I do. Inbox me address and I'll get them to you Sent from my iPhone using Forums Oops. Spoke too soon. Dh just informed me he cleaned out luggage today before trash pickup. Sorry Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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