adam3313 Posted August 23, 2017 #1 Share Posted August 23, 2017 Hello again all! It's been a few months since we last chatted, but it's time to get the review going again. Back in May, I did a semi-live review of my Western Caribbean cruise aboard the Carnival Dream. I've decided to give it a try again on this upcoming cruise aboard the Carnival Magic. If you'd like to read about my time aboard the Dream, you can do so by clicking here! Let's get started on this next adventure! After my trip on the Dream, I was "lucky" enough to "earn" a bounce back offer from the casino. I played phone tag a few times working with a casino representative going over what cruises were available. Even though you are given a 6 month window to cruise, recently it seems that window is only 3 months in reality. I started to evaluate options for a few short cruises, which I usually avoid due to having to buy airfare from Northern Virginia. I called back a few days later with a few options written down, but asked if there were any new cruises loaded on the offer. There was a 7 day on the Glory in early August, which didn't work for me as it was on the weekend I would be traveling for my college roommate's bachelor party. She proceeded to say there was an 8 day on the Magic out of Port Canaveral. I immediately asked what the itinerary was, and was shocked to hear it was the Southern Caribbean itinerary. The timing was not ideal, as I was hoping to travel over Labor Day week, but I took about fifteen seconds to pull up my work calendar to see if I could take the week off, and $93 in port fees and taxes later, I was booked! I have been looking to get down to Aruba for quite awhile now. A few friends that have gotten married recently have honeymooned there and always had the best things to say. Curacao sounded great too, and Grand Turk is still one of my favorite ports, and hopefully we'll make it there so I can finally get there for the second time. As you can see, this is a rough estimate of the route we will be taking from Port Canaveral. This sailing includes 2 sea days en route to Aruba, and a sea day before and after Grand Turk. 4 sea days sounds great to me! This will be my first cruise on the Carnival Magic. After this cruise, I will have completed the entire Dream Class of the Carnival fleet. I am looking forward to exploring a new ship! I'll be posting a bit more later tonight about what I have planned for the cruise so far. This one has snuck up on me a bit, and I've been doing a bit of traveling on weekends visiting friends and family, so I've got to do a lot of planning still over the next few days! Looking forward to sharing the cruise experience with you all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hknowles35 Posted August 24, 2017 #2 Share Posted August 24, 2017 My husband and I will be on this cruise also!! Have you noticed we are now in Aruba til 11pm instead of 10? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Saint Joe Posted August 24, 2017 #3 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Sailed on Magic on New Year's Eve. Nice ship. Good time. Have 7 family members who drove down from NJ & will be on board with you. You'll see my grandson in your travels; can't miss the bright orange hair! We're on Pride which leaves the day after you from Baltimore. Have a great trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted August 24, 2017 #4 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Thanks for the review. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjcruiser Posted August 24, 2017 #5 Share Posted August 24, 2017 We'll be on the cruise with you!!! Looking forward to the review as we go along. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms. Fun Bunch Posted August 24, 2017 #6 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Looking forward to following your review. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted August 24, 2017 #7 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Looking forward to your review. Happy sailing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vamartha Posted August 24, 2017 #8 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Paying attention to this one! We did this itinerary on the Breeze several years ago (still my favorite cruise) and we're sailing for the first time on the Magic in 65 days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddylover Posted August 25, 2017 #9 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Anxiously awaiting more of your review....... :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkCruiser24 Posted August 25, 2017 #10 Share Posted August 25, 2017 I'll be sailing on the Magic with dad in October! If it's not too much trouble can you see what day they serve gazpacho? I know it seems silly but it's my favorite and I'm trying to do the steakhouse and not miss it! I'm looking forward to your review!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam3313 Posted August 26, 2017 Author #11 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Greetings from Orlando! I flew in yesterday and visited with friends and crashed at their house. Going to be leaving shortly to drive to port, drop off my rental car, and arrive for my 1130 check in. Hopefully the sun comes out soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam3313 Posted August 26, 2017 Author #12 Share Posted August 26, 2017 I'll be sailing on the Magic with dad in October! If it's not too much trouble can you see what day they serve gazpacho? I know it seems silly but it's my favorite and I'm trying to do the steakhouse and not miss it! I'm looking forward to your review!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums I'll take a look and let you know when I see it on the menu! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sjb0704 Posted August 26, 2017 #13 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Following...we sail on Magic in 2 weeks...I can't wait! Sent from my VS987 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam3313 Posted August 26, 2017 Author #14 Share Posted August 26, 2017 There she is! Long backup waiting to unload shuttles unfortunately. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam3313 Posted August 26, 2017 Author #15 Share Posted August 26, 2017 First lunch on board....no line for guys pig and anchor! Got in the terminal at 12:15 and was onboard right before 12:40...not too bad! It is really hot outside, and I forgot to pack my swimsuit in my carry on, so hopefully I have luck with my bag arriving early. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jamman54 Posted August 26, 2017 #16 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Enjoy your cruise on the Magic!! We will be on her for a B2B in October. Looking forward to your pics. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seafoy Posted August 26, 2017 #17 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Have a fabulous cruise....I look forward to following along this week...we will be hopping on as you are getting off....can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam3313 Posted August 26, 2017 Author #18 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Muster Drill time....the Magic is a ship that scans your sail and sign card when you get to the drill. I have to say I enjoy the updates to the HUB app. They have dining menus available on the app now! It is a must download before any Carnival cruise. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam3313 Posted August 26, 2017 Author #19 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Most entertaining muster drill I've been at is over, and we have the first drink of the cruise! Ting Mojito at the red frog rum bar! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam3313 Posted August 27, 2017 Author #20 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Good evening from somewhere off the Florida coast as we sail south towards Aruba! Sail away party was a good time. Luckily after the electric slide, my bag was delivered to my room so I could get my swimsuit on and head to the jacuzzi for what turned out to be 2 hours. I'm a little annoyed that they didn't have a waiter taking drink orders in the jacuzzis! I had dinner on lido tonight, since they had the pork and shrimp from the dining room. My first shift at the casino didn't go too well, but I did get my "drinks on us" card from my last cruise, so all is good. I've been at the piano bar since 9. "ThePianoMat" is a little under the weather, but is pushing through and entertaining us. We'll be back to the casino once piano bar closes for the night! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam3313 Posted August 27, 2017 Author #21 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Sail away! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare deladane Posted August 27, 2017 #22 Share Posted August 27, 2017 My aunt is on the ship with you! Any problems with the bad weather in Florida? Hope you can sail hurricane-free! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drazil65 Posted August 27, 2017 #23 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Love Magic!!! We have sailed her a couple of times and have 2 upcoming trips scheduled for December and April before she leaves PC :( for good...Love the pix and makes us excited for our next trip...cant wait for the rest of your review....:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tampadee Posted August 27, 2017 #24 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Do you play slots? Are you seeing winners? We are scheduled to sail next month and would love a report and how the slots are! Dee Dee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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