tomtom5555 Posted August 21, 2017 #1 Share Posted August 21, 2017 We are sailing on the Carnival Dream out of Galveston on 12/16/18. Our first port of call is Costa Maya on 12/18/18 from 12pm - 8pm. We have booked the all inclusive resort of Maya Chan which will stay open until 6:30pm to accommodate our late time in port. One of our favorite things to do on a cruise is to eat dinner in the main dining room. We have early dining at 6pm. Will Carnival let us do Anytime Time Dining this one day or will we need to eat at the buffet since we will miss our 6pm reservation? Thanks in advance for any advice. I have learned so much about cruising from reading the boards on Cruise Critic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bar1068 Posted August 21, 2017 #2 Share Posted August 21, 2017 We are sailing on the Carnival Dream out of Galveston on 12/16/18. Our first port of call is Costa Maya on 12/18/18 from 12pm - 8pm. We have booked the all inclusive resort of Maya Chan which will stay open until 6:30pm to accommodate our late time in port. One of our favorite things to do on a cruise is to eat dinner in the main dining room. We have early dining at 6pm. Will Carnival let us do Anytime Time Dining this one day or will we need to eat at the buffet since we will miss our 6pm reservation? Thanks in advance for any advice. I have learned so much about cruising from reading the boards on Cruise Critic. Negative ghost rider, the pattern is full.....or...nope they won't. I'm sure the experts will explain further. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schoifmom Posted August 21, 2017 #3 Share Posted August 21, 2017 We are sailing on the Carnival Dream out of Galveston on 12/16/18. Our first port of call is Costa Maya on 12/18/18 from 12pm - 8pm. We have booked the all inclusive resort of Maya Chan which will stay open until 6:30pm to accommodate our late time in port. One of our favorite things to do on a cruise is to eat dinner in the main dining room. We have early dining at 6pm. Will Carnival let us do Anytime Time Dining this one day or will we need to eat at the buffet since we will miss our 6pm reservation? Thanks in advance for any advice. I have learned so much about cruising from reading the boards on Cruise Critic. MDR seatings are capacity controlled. If you have 6:00 fixed dining, that is your dining time. While it is possible that you may get a sympathetic Maitre d' that will allow you one-time access to YTD, I wouldn't count on it. It may be best to make later reservations at specialty dining that night if you do not want to eat on the Lido. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomtom5555 Posted August 21, 2017 Author #4 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Okay. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winddawn Posted August 21, 2017 #5 Share Posted August 21, 2017 It is very unlikely they will accommodate you at ATD. There are worse things than the Lido dinner buffet though. I love being able to indulge in all you can eat soup at the dinner buffet. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicole9s Posted August 21, 2017 #6 Share Posted August 21, 2017 It's also possible, on the other hand, that they have open seating for the entire night due to the late port departure time. Sent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggy7 Posted August 21, 2017 #7 Share Posted August 21, 2017 It's also possible, on the other hand, that they have open seating for the entire night due to the late port departure time. Sent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk I agree, check with the Maitre d' after you board to find out your options, it cant hurt to ask! Good Luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandyzag Posted August 21, 2017 #8 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Just a little minor detail... the Carnival Dream leaves out of New Orleans, not Galveston. Hopefully you didnt get plane tickets for Galveston already. Lol.... And I know it has nothing to do with the question posed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted August 22, 2017 #9 Share Posted August 22, 2017 We are sailing on the Carnival Dream out of Galveston on 12/16/18. Our first port of call is Costa Maya on 12/18/18 from 12pm - 8pm. We have booked the all inclusive resort of Maya Chan which will stay open until 6:30pm to accommodate our late time in port. One of our favorite things to do on a cruise is to eat dinner in the main dining room. We have early dining at 6pm. Will Carnival let us do Anytime Time Dining this one day or will we need to eat at the buffet since we will miss our 6pm reservation? Thanks in advance for any advice. I have learned so much about cruising from reading the boards on Cruise Critic. You can't change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Namelocg Posted August 22, 2017 #10 Share Posted August 22, 2017 The Dream sails from New Orleans on 12/16/18. Check your docs to see if you have the wrong ship or the wrong departure port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tef43 Posted August 22, 2017 #11 Share Posted August 22, 2017 It's also possible, on the other hand, that they have open seating for the entire night due to the late port departure time. Incorrect on so many levels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A&Jfamily Posted August 22, 2017 #12 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Suggestion: book a late dinner at the steakhouse for that day. It is well worth the $! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomtom5555 Posted August 22, 2017 Author #13 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Yes, the Dream is sailing out of NOLA. My mistake. We will be okay with eating in the buffet. I was just hoping we could eat in the dining room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G&TQ Posted August 22, 2017 #14 Share Posted August 22, 2017 I would change to YTD if possible and then you are set. Sent from my Z981 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomtom5555 Posted August 22, 2017 Author #15 Share Posted August 22, 2017 I would change to YTD if possible and then you are set. Sent from my Z981 using Forums mobile app I hadn't thought of that. That is a good idea. The specialty dining is a good idea also. Thanks for the ideas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G&TQ Posted August 22, 2017 #16 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Hope you have a fabulous cruise. Sent from my Z981 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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