CRTWO Posted June 13, 2008 #1 Share Posted June 13, 2008 We have been back from our first Carnival cruise almost two weeks now, and I've got to say it was GREAT! Heard a lot about differance between Carnival and Royal Caribbean, I really could not see it. The ship, Conquest, was beautiful; the room #7279 was probably one of our best ever on any cruise line(we usually sail in junior suites and once a grand suite on RCCI), room steward, dining staff among the best ever. Ship was well maintained, crew was efficient and friendly, food was good, we could do as much or as little as we wanted. What more could you want or expect. Seven days with no cares on a beautiful ship with people waiting on you hand and foot, priceless!! We love sailing Royal Caribbean but would sail Carnival in a heart beat with no qualms at all. Just thought that I would share my thoughts on this ongoing comparison between the cruise lines. I like them both!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pungo3 Posted June 13, 2008 #2 Share Posted June 13, 2008 I'm happy you enjoyed your cruise. I enjoyed the Conquest very much as well. Thanks for writing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balcony bound Posted June 13, 2008 #3 Share Posted June 13, 2008 I'm so glad you had a good time! Cruises are a lovely way to vacation, no matter your choice. We've also been home two weeks from our recent cruise, and I wish we were still sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BABYJOSIE98 Posted June 13, 2008 #4 Share Posted June 13, 2008 We are planning our first Carnival cruise for October. We have sailed Disney and RCI and loved all of our cruises and I am just as excited to try Carnival. DD has been wanting to go since seeing the commercials for "Waterworks"!! So we are sailing the Inspiration out of Tampa...Very excited! Michelle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onejeepster Posted June 13, 2008 #5 Share Posted June 13, 2008 We find that Carnival offers a great product. The staff are always cheerful, rooms are spacious, food and entertainment is great. This is why we have not tried any other line at this time. If it isn't broken don't fix it. I find cruising with Carnival I know what to expect and they offer the best bang for the buck. Glad you enjoyed your cruise Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floridacruiser63 Posted June 13, 2008 #6 Share Posted June 13, 2008 It is always great to read that someone had a wonderful time while sailing. Thanks for writing about it.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted June 13, 2008 #7 Share Posted June 13, 2008 We have been back from our first Carnival cruise almost two weeks now, and I've got to say it was GREAT!Heard a lot about differance between Carnival and Royal Caribbean, I really could not see it. The ship, Conquest, was beautiful; the room #7279 was probably one of our best ever on any cruise line(we usually sail in junior suites and once a grand suite on RCCI), room steward, dining staff among the best ever. Ship was well maintained, crew was efficient and friendly, food was good, we could do as much or as little as we wanted. What more could you want or expect. Seven days with no cares on a beautiful ship with people waiting on you hand and foot, priceless!! We love sailing Royal Caribbean but would sail Carnival in a heart beat with no qualms at all. Just thought that I would share my thoughts on this ongoing comparison between the cruise lines. I like them both!!!!!!!!!! Having been on a number of mass market lines, in spite of what the loyalists would have you believe they are all much more alike than they are different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twodivatravelers Posted June 13, 2008 #8 Share Posted June 13, 2008 Salied NCL Pearl and loved it but heard that Carnival will be much better. Can't wait to do comparison!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjkumbaya Posted June 13, 2008 #9 Share Posted June 13, 2008 Don't you think that this proves that you can't judge things on someone else's views. You really have to experience it for yourself and form your own opinion. I think Carnival does a really great job!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEcruiser1 Posted June 13, 2008 #10 Share Posted June 13, 2008 Salied NCL Pearl and loved it but heard that Carnival will be much better. Can't wait to do comparison!:) Just be prepared for the fact that there is no "Freestyle Dinning" on Carnival. I think that this is the only major difference in the two lines. Carnival is my personal favorite, but I did like the Freestyle dinning experience. Do consider the supper club if availible on your ship. I had a great dinning experience on pride last summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodey Posted June 13, 2008 #11 Share Posted June 13, 2008 Thanks for Sharing your Thoughts....I am glad you had a great time...how could you not on a cruise...:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockee4055 Posted June 13, 2008 #12 Share Posted June 13, 2008 CRTWO - Glad you enjoyed it. We love CCL and are having a hard time switching. I know DW wants to try RCCL but I say "if it isn't broke, then why fix it". You should send CCL a little note saying how much you liked it over their competitors, I'm sure they would like hearing that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travel Angel Posted June 13, 2008 #13 Share Posted June 13, 2008 So refreshing to hear comments like the OP's.....there are many choices out there to consider for cruises and I feel you should explore your options on any cruiseline at least once and see which one(s) best fit your niche' :D Despite the ongoing issues regarding ever increasing air costs, you have the option of driving as well to various US Ports if necessary. Bottom line: Cruising is still the BEST BANG FOR YOUR $$$ when looking for vacations regardless of what cruiseline/ship suits you ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLLund Posted June 13, 2008 #14 Share Posted June 13, 2008 Our first Carnival cruise will be in Oct .. so I am always delighted to hear other first timers on Carnival enjoy it !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie51 Posted June 13, 2008 #15 Share Posted June 13, 2008 I'm glad you had a wonderful time. Our first Carnival cruise will be in Sept. (16 previous cruises/6 different cruise lines.) I like them all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Mach* Posted June 14, 2008 #16 Share Posted June 14, 2008 We have been back from our first Carnival cruise almost two weeks now, and I've got to say it was GREAT!Heard a lot about differance between Carnival and Royal Caribbean, I really could not see it. The ship, Conquest, was beautiful; the room #7279 was probably one of our best ever on any cruise line(we usually sail in junior suites and once a grand suite on RCCI), room steward, dining staff among the best ever. Ship was well maintained, crew was efficient and friendly, food was good, we could do as much or as little as we wanted. What more could you want or expect. Seven days with no cares on a beautiful ship with people waiting on you hand and foot, priceless!! We love sailing Royal Caribbean but would sail Carnival in a heart beat with no qualms at all. Just thought that I would share my thoughts on this ongoing comparison between the cruise lines. I like them both!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for being so candid... I love the Conquest. She and her crew/staff are fantastic! Welcome to the Carnival family!!! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Terre Posted June 14, 2008 #17 Share Posted June 14, 2008 I'm so glad you enjoyed your cruise. Now you see why WE all love Carnival! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYCRUISR Posted June 14, 2008 #18 Share Posted June 14, 2008 Just thought that I would share my thoughts on this ongoing comparison between the cruise lines. I like them both!!!!!!!!!! Ditto! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRTWO Posted June 14, 2008 Author #19 Share Posted June 14, 2008 I totally agree. I have heard and read for two years how superior one line is over another. It's just not true. Carnival and Royal Caribbean are far more alike than different. I would sail either one at any time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Mach* Posted June 14, 2008 #20 Share Posted June 14, 2008 I totally agree. I have heard and read for two years how superior one line is over another. It's just not true. Carnival and Royal Caribbean are far more alike than different. I would sail either one at any time. I'm sure you're exactly right. I fear that a great deal of this is perpetuated by the folks at the other line. Without doubt you've heard about cruise directors publicly referring to Carnival as 'Wal Mart of the seas' or 'K Mart of the seas' and such. The truth is that they are both mass market cruise lines and thank God for that. I can afford to sail on Carnival three or four times a year as opposed to once a year on a line like Seabourn... I'll take three weeks or a month at sea as opposed to a week at sea regardless of how good the service is!!! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumpkin_va Posted June 14, 2008 #21 Share Posted June 14, 2008 our first crusie will be with Carnival were so excited !!! been reading all post's in here trying to drink it all in. I asked travel agent about formal night she said she thought there was 2 ( since this is our first cruise im looking forward to it ) any one ever been on the Triumph?? :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benicehavefun Posted June 14, 2008 #22 Share Posted June 14, 2008 Just be prepared for the fact that there is no "Freestyle Dinning" on Carnival. I think that this is the only major difference in the two lines. Carnival is my personal favorite, but I did like the Freestyle dinning experience. Do consider the supper club if availible on your ship. I had a great dinning experience on pride last summer. Carnival is experimenting with this on the Legend starting 6/19. Anytime dining in the main dining room and you can call ahead for reservation. We'll see how it goes soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike45 Posted June 15, 2008 #23 Share Posted June 15, 2008 I'm glad i read this thread. I've been on carnival sensation and LOVED it. My wife found a 9 night eastern caribbean from Baltimore on Royal caribbean. I'd rather go carnival, but Baltimore is 45 minutes away and don't really have a good reason not to.No airfare and close to home. Grandeur of the seas. I feel like i'm "under cover" talking about royal caribbean in here.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Terre Posted June 16, 2008 #24 Share Posted June 16, 2008 our first crusie will be with Carnival were so excited !!! been reading all post's in here trying to drink it all in. I asked travel agent about formal night she said she thought there was 2 ( since this is our first cruise im looking forward to it ) any one ever been on the Triumph?? :D I've been on the Triumph twice and like that class of ship. It's been four years though since we sailed her. There are two formal or Elegant nights as Carnival is now calling them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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