Carnival Sunshine W. Caribbean FunTimes Here

[sjcruiser]

Some including myself had been looking for recent copies of the Sunshine Western Caribbean FunTimes, so I have uploaded copies from our cruise on August 16th, 2014 here. Also below is a mini-review just in case I can't around to doing a full review this weekend.

 

The FunTimes can be found here:

 

https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B0hX9YIt6dGSM2FyQzU3cnJqdHM&usp=sharing

 

The ship was great, but had a few glitches which didn't ruin our cruise. Here's a brief rundown of on the ship, and activities:

 

We had FTTF, and arrived late due to transportation issues, but arrived to board with group 3/4. We were onboard by 12:00, and checked out our rooms which was ready, then off to GS to split OBC. Headed to lunch, then back to the cabin to unpack before muster. FTTF well worth the cost with early boarding, GS line, tendering and early debarkation.

 

Drain backed up in our bathroom (sewer smell), which our steward didn't seem concerned with, so we called GS. Took them a few hours to fix problem. Deck 8 Starboard side, mid-ship always had a borne substance on the carpet with staff using blowers and vacuums to get it up. Occurred every day, and I assume it was some type of leak.

 

Steward never acknowledged us by name, even though he spoke at every encounter, and other stewards on the floor knew our name, and were very friendly. Room was clean, and he obliged our every request, but not calling us by name, even when we told him our nicknames was troublesome.

 

Lido Marketplace was great, and the layout worked well to minimize lines.

 

Guys and Blue Iguana Cantina for lunch or breakfast (BIC) almost everyday.

 

Havana Bar for omelets in the morning, along with plenty of seats.

 

Liquid Lounge great as a disco, but not for live shows. Acoustics were terrible, but again it worked as a nightclub. I didn't go to any port/shopping shows.

 

VIFP Party had drinks and appetizers free flowing!!!

 

Casino was tight on slot machines. Even playing max bet, and getting a decent bonus, the money just wasn't paying out. I did get notice from a casino host one night and got a free drink.

 

MDR menu was the same as previous cruises, but the food was good and hot. We had late Sunrise seating at the rear of the MDR, and the A/C seemed to be not working in this area.

 

The pools were small, and always crowded, so I resorted to the Serenity area for most of the cruise. It was a great area to get away from the hustle and bustle, but be warned of getting sunburned up here from too many drinks and relaxation.

 

Serenity was also the leisure spot for Keisha Knight-Pullman (Ruby) from the Cosby Show and Big Tigger from BET's 106 and Park and Rap City Fame. They were great onboard interacting with the other passengers, some who didn't know how to let them enjoy their privacy/vacation.

 

Ocean Plaza is a good spot for relaxing, listening to music or people watching. I didn't eat at the Taste Bar at night for appetizers/menu samples, but they have a mini-buffet setup at Taste Bar on Sea Days which eliminate the need to go to the Lido if you don't want to do brunch.

 

The Sunshine has some minor/major glitches that require attention. These did not hamper my cruise, or ruin the cruise experience. As noted we have booked the Sunshine for next summer for another family and friends cruise. The choice was between the Breeze and Sunshine, and I think the Sunshine, although smaller and even with its issues, is a better fit for our family.

Edited August 29, 2014 by sjcruiser

[sjcruiser]

Keisha Knight-Pullman (Rudy) from the Cosby Show

 

Stupid editing!!! lol

[britt-britt]

Thanks for the Fun Times, I have been looking these and we set sail on the 13th.

[ShannonSto]

You're awesome! Thank you so much for posting these, I've been scouring the web for months.:)

[sjcruiser]

Your'e welcome all!!! I know I couldn't find any before my cruise. I usually bring them home, and place them in the photo album where they stay and collect dust. This time I decided to put the scanner to good use since its almost never used. Feel free to ask any questions that you may have.

[gred1994]

Thanks so much!! What room were you in?

[jujibee]

Thanks for the Fun Times, I have been looking these and we set sail on the 13th.

 

 

We will be right after you on the 27th. Can't wait!

 

 

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Edited August 30, 2014 by jujibee

[sjcruiser]

I was in 8121, but the problems with the bathroom drains, toilets, or sewage vacuum system seemed to be an issue all over the ship. I had family in a suite on 7 right under me, and their toilet wouldn't flush when they pushed the button, and then would flush on its own minutes later, or by itself. On the other end of the ship, I had family in two cabins side by side who's toilets didn't flush one night right before dinner. I think the problem or issues may have been caused by the renovation/conversion from the Destiny, unless the Destiny had the same problems. As stated earlier, the problems were noticeable, but that big a deal to us to not enjoy our cruise, or not book her again.

[Time2CruiseAgain]

Thank you so much for the Fun Times!! Love having a little heads up on activities to plan!! Mew leave in 2 weeks!!

 

 

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[dayday]

Thank you so much for posting the fun times I have been looking for months. We will be on the Sunshine in Jan and this will help me plan day to day activities.

[helene109]

What excursions did you do? thinking of the Sunshine for next July we are 2 families but with older kids!

[helene109]

we are considering the 5 day. I wonder how similar the funtimes would be

[sjcruiser]

What excursions did you do? thinking of the Sunshine for next July we are 2 families but with older kids!

 

 

The only excursion we did was a city tour with Tequila Factory stop/tour in Cozumel. Not a bad tour, with a beach stop and shopping for $20. In Roatan we went to the beach, are and drank at Fat Tuesdays. We lucked out by paying $5.00 (tip) for a local/tour guide getting our loungers near the beach in place of paying the $23 for clamshells or chairs closer to the lift/beach entry area. Belize we got off the ship, picked up some souvenirs, grabbed some BBQ at the stand/outside kitchen of Tender Bar and Grill, and spent several hours sitting in their listening to music, dancing and watching the water and ships. We did the same in Costa Maya. This is our second time to these ports. We did the same itinerary on the Glory several years ago.

 

 

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[lostdart1]

Keisha Knight-Pullman (Rudy) from the Cosby Show

 

Stupid editing!!! lol

 

Since you edited yourself......

 

it is actually: Keshia Knight Pulliam (Rudy) ;)

[sjcruiser]

My sister pointed that edit error out also, and I forgot to edit the correct spelling of her last name. Thanks for the painting it out.

 

 

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[TwinsGamma]

They didn't have the Fun Times the last time I cruised (Destiny 2003). I like it and can't wait to see one on the Splendor in March.