Upcoming Cruise 2020

[Ilovetocruise67*]

Hello. I've planed a cruise for my sister's circle in November of this year. My travel agent is amazing, however I have a few questions. My last cruise was back in 2012. So I'm a bit out of the loop in terms of all the changes. My travel agent said that Carnival now has a drink package per day $54.95. She said that includes alcohol, coke products, and water. Is it true that you can purchase "Carnival bottled water" before boarding for $2.99? Our cruise is five days, $54.95 per day is in my opinion expensive. I need feedback please! Also, has anyone ever cruised the Carnival Sunshine out of Charleston, SC if so what was your experience.  Thank you.

[Host Kat]

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Edited January 9, 2020 by Host Kat
Typo due to fat fingers & skinny laptop keys!

[bar1928]

I am going on the Diamond Princess leaving Yokohama on 18 April 2020.  Anyone interested in planning a shore excursion? 

[Host Kat]

 

1 hour ago, bar1928 said:

I am going on the Diamond Princess leaving Yokohama on 18 April 2020.  Anyone interested in planning a shore excursion? 

 

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