findog77 Posted November 15, 2016 #76 Share Posted November 15, 2016 We just go off the Inspiration and the anytime dining did not have the dancing the first 2 nights. Don't know about the last night cuz we refused to eat in the MDR cuz the service and the menu sucked. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bumorgan Posted November 15, 2016 #77 Share Posted November 15, 2016 Always enjoyed it and hope they still do know that I'm sailing back on Carnival:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simplelife Posted November 15, 2016 #78 Share Posted November 15, 2016 We enjoy it an the waiters seem to enjoy it as well Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted November 15, 2016 #79 Share Posted November 15, 2016 (edited) I really didn't mind it. The way I saw it was, CCL brands themselves as the "Fun" ships. Therefore, one shouldn't cruise CCL who expects white glove service and a violin in the MDR. Adding a little fun to the MDR is just who CCL is. Though I'm not usually a fan of dancing waiters, I found it refreshing. Besides, my wife got up and started dancing the Gangham Style with them, so the fun she had is really all that matters. :) On HAL or Celebrity, I'd find it annoying, simply because it wouldn't fit with the theme of the cruise. But on CCL, it seemed to fit well and the vast majority of the MDR was on their feet. Good one. :D There is dancing on Celebrity as well. Edited November 15, 2016 by firemanbobswife Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maldenmusic Posted November 16, 2016 #80 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Hope not:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMcoolX Posted November 16, 2016 #81 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Sang the last night on the Liberty. Danced two or three nights out of five. One of our favorite parts about eating in the main dining room :) We love it. For those who don't, all you gotta do is show up on time, eat a little faster, and get the hell out before they start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
First and Ten Posted November 16, 2016 #82 Share Posted November 16, 2016 (edited) Not every night but at least twice they will do the 'dirty napkin' dance. Never understood why people twirl there dirty napkins after dinner. Crumbs everywhere. Listen up Francis....it's just crumbs, sheesh, live a little Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Edited November 16, 2016 by First and Ten Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted November 16, 2016 #83 Share Posted November 16, 2016 (edited) Listen up Francis....it's just crumbs, sheesh, live a little Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Nor will I lighten up, lol All it takes is a piece of (not yours) chewed food landing on you plate to put you off the practice. We liked it until this happened, yuck! Edited November 16, 2016 by SadieN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
findog77 Posted November 16, 2016 #84 Share Posted November 16, 2016 We were just on the Inspiration and the Any Time Dining did not sing or dance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swissmiss6253 Posted November 16, 2016 #85 Share Posted November 16, 2016 I would prefer they didn't do it but it seems to be three minutes tops and it is over. I can live through that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmcancruise Posted November 16, 2016 #86 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Probably some of the same people who complain about not being able to wear their ball caps and wife beaters now want a "formal" dining experience. Personally I just think it is fun. Relax we are on vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Je Souhaite Posted November 16, 2016 #87 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Does Carnival still have the singing and dancing every night during dinner. Yes! I actually LIKE it. Way back when, they only did it 2 nights, presenting Baked Alaska one night, and Cherries Jubilee the other. Once I owned a VCR recorder, I taped them because they were so fun. The problem today is, service is SO SLOW, that the dancing starts BEFORE coffee and dessert are served, and have NOTHING to do with dessert presentation. Sometimes I'm even still eating, or just finished, and waiting for table service, and my guys are off dancing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuizer2 Posted November 16, 2016 #88 Share Posted November 16, 2016 We love it. For those who don't, all you gotta do is show up on time, eat a little faster, and get the hell out before they start. I do show up on time. After that, it is limited to the speed of the service. Finally, why do I have to eat faster? I am usually the first one done as it is. When are they going to interrupt the production shows so that they can serve dessert? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted November 16, 2016 #89 Share Posted November 16, 2016 I haven't really had to wait that long for dessert even when it's a dancing night. You can always let them know when they bring your main entree that you would like your dessert menu early and wish to get it before the festivities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yvonne Posted November 16, 2016 #90 Share Posted November 16, 2016 I don't really care for the singing and dancing, but if we happen to be having dinner when they do it (we have anytime dining) we politely endure it. I don't like the twirling of the dirty napkins though, that is disgusting. As a PP mentioned, especially when they have sneezed or coughed into their napkin. It just seems very unsanitary to wipe your mouth a few times, getting crumbs and bits of food on it, and then twirl it in the air and all those particals are flying all over. I just want to cover my plate during that part of the festivities. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oceancity Posted April 21, 2017 #91 Share Posted April 21, 2017 I know this is an older thread, but I'd appreciate your advice. Our October Carnival cruise will be just our second cruise ever, we are both mid-fifties. My DH really wants to cruise to Bermuda and after 30 years, he deserves it. But oh my! I have been researching Carnival and our trip in particular. Our first cruise was a 4 day Disney cruise with a different dining venue each night. No dancing waiters. Is this really a thing? That people enjoy? It just seems bizarre to me. I know we will not like it, will probably ask for a table in the farthest corner recess to get away from it. (Honestly it seems like a weird holdover from a different era.) DH went on vacation to Bermuda as a teen, really loved it. Bermuda generally seems expensive, but maybe we would enjoy a land vacation there. Definitely over the crazy dining room antics and not fitting in with all the hard core cruisers I am learning about here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy cruzer Posted April 21, 2017 #92 Share Posted April 21, 2017 I know this is an older thread, but I'd appreciate your advice. Our October Carnival cruise will be just our second cruise ever, we are both mid-fifties. My DH really wants to cruise to Bermuda and after 30 years, he deserves it. But oh my! I have been researching Carnival and our trip in particular. Our first cruise was a 4 day Disney cruise with a different dining venue each night. No dancing waiters. Is this really a thing? That people enjoy? It just seems bizarre to me. I know we will not like it, will probably ask for a table in the farthest corner recess to get away from it. (Honestly it seems like a weird holdover from a different era.) DH went on vacation to Bermuda as a teen, really loved it. Bermuda generally seems expensive, but maybe we would enjoy a land vacation there. Definitely over the crazy dining room antics and not fitting in with all the hard core cruisers I am learning about here. Why did you pick Carnival? You have picked a product that will not meet your expectations. NCL and Celebrity go to Bermuda. They have more options that may match your expectations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted April 21, 2017 #93 Share Posted April 21, 2017 They even sing and dance on Celebrity. At least they did the times I sailed on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy cruzer Posted April 21, 2017 #94 Share Posted April 21, 2017 They even sing and dance on Celebrity. At least they did the times I sailed on it. You are correct. I think it was one night, one show. More a parade than dancing. Not as "fun" as Carnivals dancing. Just how I remember it. The quoted post seemed to be concerned about alot of things that might disappoint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famof4togo Posted April 21, 2017 #95 Share Posted April 21, 2017 I don't get it either...with the wealth of knowledge available about different cruising options these day, one would assume that it doesn't take a rocket scientist to conclude that the Carnival line is not for those too snooty for a little dancing and singing...seems like a no brainer to me.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolcruiser777 Posted April 21, 2017 #96 Share Posted April 21, 2017 This is one of the reasons I dislike the Pride now. We had a great experience 3 years ago but the new things they added actually made it worse (such as this and the Dr. Seuss parade through the CASINO). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
repo-cruiser Posted April 21, 2017 #97 Share Posted April 21, 2017 They also do this at Chuck E Cheese. Very much the same, so I guess you enjoy that.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted April 21, 2017 #98 Share Posted April 21, 2017 This is one of the reasons I dislike the Pride now. We had a great experience 3 years ago but the new things they added actually made it worse (such as this and the Dr. Seuss parade through the CASINO). Such as what? Dancing? They have been doing it since my very first cruise in December of 2003. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famof4togo Posted April 21, 2017 #99 Share Posted April 21, 2017 I don't particularly like it...but I would never expect anything less while cruising with Carnival....and I certainly would never let a little signing and dancing have any negative impact on my experience..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jimbo5544 Posted April 21, 2017 #100 Share Posted April 21, 2017 I don't particularly like it...but I would never expect anything less while cruising with Carnival....and I certainly would never let a little signing and dancing have any negative impact on my experience..... It is simply part of the formula of what makes a FUN cruise aboard a FUN ship. Sent from my iPhone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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