swetag81 Posted April 17, 2017 #1 Share Posted April 17, 2017 Hi all We are having a hard time deciding between the conquest and liberty. This is our 4th cruise however first on Carnival so we have some reservations with the ship already. More importantly, we have our friends sailing with us who have never cruised before. In total, we will have 4 adults and 4 kids ranging from 9 y/o to 4 y/o. Any help would be so helpful! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulMedik Posted April 17, 2017 #2 Share Posted April 17, 2017 For years Liberty was our favorite ship in the fleet; we've sailed her five times. She was replaced by our current favorite Carnival Breeze. We have sailed most Conquest class ships, but not Conquest herself so I cannot directly compare the two. 'This is our 4th cruise however first on Carnival so we have some reservations with the ship already.' I'm not sure what you mean, but assume you have reservations about Carnival's reputation? Carnival is the largest cruise line in the world for a reason; they do what they do well. If you go planning to have a bad time, you will. If you go planning to enjoy yourself, you will. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swetag81 Posted April 17, 2017 Author #3 Share Posted April 17, 2017 Yes, you're absolutely right about my attitude going into the trip. Since we have young kids, we love the Dr. Seuss theme but are weary about them being surrounded by a bunch of drunk people. But one of my biggest reservation is the food. I have heard the food in the MDR is not as good as RC or Celebrity but if she was your favorite ****, it definitely says a lot! Thank you for your insight, it was soo helpful! For years Liberty was our favorite ship in the fleet; we've sailed her five times. She was replaced by our current favorite Carnival Breeze. We have sailed most Conquest class ships, but not Conquest herself so I cannot directly compare the two. 'This is our 4th cruise however first on Carnival so we have some reservations with the ship already.' I'm not sure what you mean, but assume you have reservations about Carnival's reputation? Carnival is the largest cruise line in the world for a reason; they do what they do well. If you go planning to have a bad time, you will. If you go planning to enjoy yourself, you will. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poz222 Posted April 17, 2017 #4 Share Posted April 17, 2017 In my opinion, I prefer the MDR food on carnival over RCCL... when are you planning on sailing (this will help us with the surrounded by drunks question). How long/destination of the cruises u are comparing? The two ships are similar in overall design, so itinerary and dates will make all the difference Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolcruiser777 Posted April 17, 2017 #5 Share Posted April 17, 2017 The Conquest and Liberty are sister ships, so they are pretty much the same. I would make your decision based on itinerary/homeport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swetag81 Posted April 17, 2017 Author #6 Share Posted April 17, 2017 June 11-15 sailing. In my opinion, I prefer the MDR food on carnival over RCCL... when are you planning on sailing (this will help us with the surrounded by drunks question). How long/destination of the cruises u are comparing? The two ships are similar in overall design, so itinerary and dates will make all the difference Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolcruiser777 Posted April 17, 2017 #7 Share Posted April 17, 2017 The June 11-15 sailing is a 4 night on the Liberty from PC. https://www.carnival.com/itinerary/4-day-the-bahamas-cruise/pt-canaveral/liberty/4-days/bav?Military=N&PastGuest=N&Senior=N&numGuests=2&roomType=IS&sailDate=06252017 There is a June 12-17 which is a 5 night on the Conquest from FLL... https://www.carnival.com/itinerary/5-day-western-caribbean-cruise/ft-lauderdale/conquest/5-days/wc0?Military=N&PastGuest=N&Senior=N&numGuests=2&roomType=IS&sailDate=06122017 These go to two different places from two different ports on two different dates... I would personally choose the Liberty because Ocho Rios isn't that good and Grand Cayman is a tendered port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inlinesick Posted April 17, 2017 #8 Share Posted April 17, 2017 The liberty has been our favorite ship, but we love ALL the conquest class hands down! So either way you can't go wrong, just go with the ride you like the most! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovingCCL Posted April 17, 2017 #9 Share Posted April 17, 2017 I have been on both and enjoyed both immensely. I voted for the Liberty based on the ship's decor -- it is very pretty! However, now that I see the choice is between 4 or 5 days, I would for sure go for the Conquest. The longer the cruise = the happier I am. Also, my sister and her husband went on RC last year and did not like it at all in comparison to Carnival. The said the free food options on Carnival was much better and they just had more fun on Carnival. Go with an open mind and have a great time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrpayroll Posted April 17, 2017 #10 Share Posted April 17, 2017 We have been on both and prefer Liberty. It is newer than Conquest and we prefer the interior design. Conquest seems sort of dark .5 day over 4 could be a difference maker though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapbxking Posted April 18, 2017 #11 Share Posted April 18, 2017 LIBERTY!!!! Simply the best boat I have been on. Love the layout, not crowded! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTromboneFrack Posted April 18, 2017 #12 Share Posted April 18, 2017 We have also been on both and loved them both. Aside from the interior decorations and the Serenity Deck on the Liberty, they are virtually the same. If it was choosing between 4 and 5 day, I'd definitely do the 5 day, with as little difference as there is between the ships. We're trying out the Glory this Christmas. Again, same ship, different decorations. I'm expecting another great time. Hope you have a wonderful trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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