MaiTaiMary Posted March 25, 2015 #1 Share Posted March 25, 2015 My DH and I are looking into our next cruise. There are just so many, it's overwhelming! :eek: Trying to narrow it down a bit. :D Cruise #1: Carnival Breeze 8 nights St. Maarten St. Kitts San Juan Grand Turk Cruise #2: Carnival Glory 7 nights Half Moon Cay St. Thomas San Juan Grand Turk Both leave from Miami. They are priced within about $75 of each other (note that cruise #1 is 8 nights, though) DH and I like to: ~kick back on awesome beaches ~snorkeling ~some adventure tours we do NOT like to: ~shop ~go on city tours It will just be me and DH. No kids this time. We've never been to any of these ports or been on either class ship. I really like the Waterworks area and would definitely try out the waterslides. This isn't a deal breaker that the Glory doesn't have this, though. So for those of your familiar with either ship, and/or itinerary.... which do you think would be a better pick for us? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trvlgirlmq Posted March 25, 2015 #2 Share Posted March 25, 2015 (edited) We are on that exact Breeze itinerary in May! Love the Breeze. I prefer the ships with more to do so that would be my vote. Edited March 25, 2015 by trvlgirlmq Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisichka Posted March 25, 2015 #3 Share Posted March 25, 2015 I would do #1. Better ship, better itinerary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seany527 Posted March 25, 2015 #4 Share Posted March 25, 2015 I've done the exact itinerary on the Glory and while the ports were amazing I was not really a fan of the ship. It seemed very weathered and faded. The crew was outstanding and attentive, but unfortunately thats not enough to make me sail on the Glory again. We had an aft cabin and it was very warm as well. Several nights I woke up sweating. With that being said, I have never been on the Breeze so unfortunately I can not compare the ship. It is an 8 day and thats a huge plus. That extra makes a difference to me. As far as beaches, Half Moon Cay is great. Snorkeling was really great in St. Thomas as well. Both things you won't get with the Breeze. If you enjoy dining, I do know the Breeze has more options. Further, the Breeze will be leaving Miami soon, so if your location to the home port is a factor, consider it a huge one. I personally would pass on the Glory and go for the Breeze. For all I know, St. Maarten may have better beaches than HMC and snorkeling at St. Kitts could be out of this world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank12 Posted March 25, 2015 #5 Share Posted March 25, 2015 #1 hands down. Newer, bigger ship with all the bells and whistles plus an extra day. St. Maarten is my favorite port of all. Go to Maho beach and watch the planes land just a few hundred feet over your head. (Google it!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xeroxme Posted March 26, 2015 #6 Share Posted March 26, 2015 1. No question about it for the itinerary. Breeze is a great ship too. For 50.00. Go for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaiTaiMary Posted March 26, 2015 Author #7 Share Posted March 26, 2015 Does anybody know which ports above have tenders? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser fanatic Posted March 26, 2015 #8 Share Posted March 26, 2015 Does anybody know which ports above have tenders? Half Moon Cay is the only tender port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Sam Posted March 26, 2015 #9 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I vote for Breeze, hands down. Bigger and newer ship. Both itin's are great, but the extra day and the ship would be the definite tie breaker. Not a real big fan of Conquest class either, so another tie breaker in favor of Breeze. The beach at Grand Turk is so convenient. A 10 minute walk from the door of the ship. There are tons of loungers right there and a great view of the ship. No need to get land transport to go to a nice beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Sam Posted March 26, 2015 #10 Share Posted March 26, 2015 #1 hands down.Newer, bigger ship with all the bells and whistles plus an extra day. St. Maarten is my favorite port of all. Go to Maho beach and watch the planes land just a few hundred feet over your head. (Google it!) Love Maho beach. Been there on both of my cruises to St. Maarten. Wish it were closer to the dock though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caddykid12 Posted March 26, 2015 #11 Share Posted March 26, 2015 (edited) #1 extra day. Bigger ship!! And St Kitts and St Maarten have AMAZING BEACHES. Just think. Extra day to get a darker tan!:cool: Altho I might say if you are a beach fan. Half Moon Cay is carnivals own private beach. It's beautiful less crowded. Has a amazing ship bar and probably 7 8 miles of beach with the clearest water ever. Edited March 26, 2015 by caddykid12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kristi Williamson Posted March 26, 2015 #12 Share Posted March 26, 2015 The Breeze! Great ship, great itinerary and an extra day!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare aubreyc1988 Posted March 26, 2015 #13 Share Posted March 26, 2015 #1 extra day. Bigger ship!! And St Kitts and St Maarten have AMAZING BEACHES. Just think. Extra day to get a darker tan!:cool: Altho I might say if you are a beach fan. Half Moon Cay is carnivals own private beach. It's beautiful less crowded. Has a amazing ship bar and probably 7 8 miles of beach with the clearest water ever. I would say number 1 as well. I haven't done the Breeze, but the itinerary seems more interesting to me. BUT HMC is amazing, it is hands down the BEST beach I've ever been to, and I've been to a LOT of beaches to me tho, you can always do HMC later, the Breeze ship is new AND does a great itinerary! Go the Maho Beach if you havent been, but don't expect to really swim in water - it is VERY rocky, and the waves can be quite intense. I think the "Big" planes come around 11am, noon ish For St. Maarten, I would also recommend America's Cup Regatta - was the MOST fun excursion I have ever done, a bit pricey, but I'd do it again in a heartbeat - you could always do America's cup in the AM (it's about an hr or so) and then do Maho Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzloolue Posted March 26, 2015 #14 Share Posted March 26, 2015 Maho Beeach is interesting and quirky. But it is not all that great a beach. Orient beach, down from the "nekkid" beach, is the most beautiful place I have ever been. It looks photo shopped. I stood there in the water just staring and thinking that it just does not look real. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sag1804 Posted March 26, 2015 #15 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I have done the Breeze twice and the Glory twice. Both are awesome, BUT nothing beats the Breeze. Also if you are there before May 3 or after July 4th you get Matt Mitcham as your CD and he is the best they have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldlewis45 Posted March 26, 2015 #16 Share Posted March 26, 2015 #1! St. Maarten - Go to Pinel Island. Absolutely beautiful! St. Kitts - Carambola Beach Club - look them up on Facebook and request lounge chairs and umbrella. San Juan - see the forts and have some mofongo, mojitos, and tembleque at Café Puerto Rico in Old San Juan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themerle Posted March 26, 2015 #17 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I would go with cruise #1. I like St. Maarten better than St. Thomas. St. Kitts is a beautiful island. Bonus is the extra day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PurdueChefAmber Posted March 26, 2015 #18 Share Posted March 26, 2015 #1! It's an awesome ship and itenerary! You will.have fun with either but typically the ship helps me with my final decision! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hrrsamrovk Posted March 26, 2015 #19 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I prefer the ships with more to do so that would be my vote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jamman54 Posted March 26, 2015 #20 Share Posted March 26, 2015 (edited) I would choose #1. Hey!! I already did. That's my August cruise!! :D Edited March 26, 2015 by Jamman54 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SittingPretty Posted March 26, 2015 #21 Share Posted March 26, 2015 Definitely go for the Breeze. The ship is beautiful as are all the ports you listed. We like to do our own exploring or use a local tour operator; however, we did do the Fanta-sea tour through Carnival for St. Kitts and it was a great day. There is some excellent snorkelling on the way to Nevis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tapi Posted March 26, 2015 #22 Share Posted March 26, 2015 Cruise #1. Breeze beats the Glory, 8 nights beats 7 nights, and St. Maarten & St. Kitts beat St. Thomas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaiTaiMary Posted March 26, 2015 Author #23 Share Posted March 26, 2015 You guys are awesome. Seriously, besides stepping on the ship at the very beginning of the cruise, is there anything more fun that researching the cruises!?!??! :D:D:D:D:D Thanks so much for the advice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaiTaiMary Posted March 26, 2015 Author #24 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I've read such good things about Half Moon Cay. That's one of the reasons why I thought #2 might be a better choice. Especially since we love awesome beaches. I've always wanted to go to St. Thomas. Sounds like that's not a favorite port, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetta8300 Posted March 26, 2015 #25 Share Posted March 26, 2015 My DH and I are looking into our next cruise. There are just so many, it's overwhelming! :eek: Trying to narrow it down a bit. :D Cruise #1: Carnival Breeze 8 nights St. Maarten St. Kitts San Juan Grand Turk Cruise #2: Carnival Glory 7 nights Half Moon Cay St. Thomas San Juan Grand Turk Both leave from Miami. They are priced within about $75 of each other (note that cruise #1 is 8 nights, though) DH and I like to: ~kick back on awesome beaches ~snorkeling ~some adventure tours we do NOT like to: ~shop ~go on city tours It will just be me and DH. No kids this time. We've never been to any of these ports or been on either class ship. I really like the Waterworks area and would definitely try out the waterslides. This isn't a deal breaker that the Glory doesn't have this, though. So for those of your familiar with either ship, and/or itinerary.... which do you think would be a better pick for us? Between those two I'd definitely choose the Breeze. An extra night. Better ship all around. We went on the Carnival Freedom which is a sister ship to the Glory, and we had a GREAT time, but would definitely choose the Breeze over sailing that ship again. The one better thing the Glory has going for it is Half Moon Cay and St. Thomas though. Those are great stops. I'd also look at how long the ships are in port for each day, I like itineraries where the ships make long stops instead of 5-6 hour stops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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