Typhoon1 Posted December 13, 2013 #1526 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Thank you Bruce. I wasn't clear. I knew what I was saying in my mind, unfortunately not many people join me there:) I was responding to the word "certain" but didn't make it clear. You can reserve, in advance, cabana's, but not a "certain" cabana; you get that once you get on board - go to the guest services desk. They will need sizes for the snorkeling gear. Linda Get onboard early, and make the Shore Ex desk your first stop to get the best selection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpclmc Posted December 14, 2013 #1527 Share Posted December 14, 2013 Get onboard early, and make the Shore Ex desk your first stop to get the best selection. That is the plan. Linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pellaz Posted December 17, 2013 #1528 Share Posted December 17, 2013 Get onboard early, and make the Shore Ex desk your first stop to get the best selection. For those cruising to HMC on Carnival, this is a good reason to purchase the Faster to the Fun program if you're not already VIP with them; it can let you beat the crowd to the Shore Ex desk. On my last cruise, it was literally a matter of seconds that made the difference between Cabana #11 and something not-as-good, like #4. :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon1 Posted December 17, 2013 #1529 Share Posted December 17, 2013 For those cruising to HMC on Carnival, this is a good reason to purchase the Faster to the Fun program if you're not already VIP with them; it can let you beat the crowd to the Shore Ex desk. On my last cruise, it was literally a matter of seconds that made the difference between Cabana #11 and something not-as-good, like #4. :o Nothing wrong #4. We've been in it several times. Walk up the stairs behind it, and you're on your way to the Food pavilion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pellaz Posted December 18, 2013 #1530 Share Posted December 18, 2013 Nothing wrong #4. We've been in it several times. Walk up the stairs behind it, and you're on your way to the Food pavilion. Correct. Notice I didn't say #4 was lousy, just "not-as-good" since most people seem to prefer the less-crowded ones toward the end. And of course, "Any cabana is better than no cabana at all." :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon1 Posted December 18, 2013 #1531 Share Posted December 18, 2013 And of course, "Any cabana is better than no cabana at all." :D How true. I wouldn't hesitate to book any of the cabanas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltsnh Posted December 19, 2013 #1532 Share Posted December 19, 2013 I have reserved a cabana and have FTTF. So off to the shore excursion desk first thing. Now the question if you want to be somewhat a away from the bar but not too far down the beach what are the best cabanas if I have a choice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiserBruce Posted December 19, 2013 #1533 Share Posted December 19, 2013 I have reserved a cabana and have FTTF. So off to the shore excursion desk first thing. Now the question if you want to be somewhat a away from the bar but not too far down the beach what are the best cabanas if I have a choice? A little reading on the board would answer your question. Probably #7 on up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon1 Posted December 19, 2013 #1534 Share Posted December 19, 2013 A little reading on the board would answer your question. Probably #7 on up. Any cabana is better than no cabana at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpclmc Posted December 30, 2013 #1535 Share Posted December 30, 2013 Having a cabana (#11) was incredible. HMC is the best and then a cabana just made it even better-if that is possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon1 Posted December 30, 2013 #1536 Share Posted December 30, 2013 Having a cabana (#11) was incredible. HMC is the best and then a cabana just made it even better-if that is possible. A day at HMC is incomplete without a cabana or villa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpclmc Posted December 31, 2013 #1537 Share Posted December 31, 2013 A day at HMC is incomplete without a cabana or villa. I am going to disagree, a day at HMC is incredible, but very much enhanced with a cabana. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdvmd Posted December 31, 2013 #1538 Share Posted December 31, 2013 I am going to disagree, a day at HMC is incredible, but very much enhanced with a cabana. Agree! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eng4 Posted January 6, 2014 #1539 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Do we take our blue pool towels or are there towels on the island? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiserBruce Posted January 6, 2014 #1540 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Do we take our blue pool towels or are there towels on the island? Either is a possibility. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon1 Posted January 6, 2014 #1541 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Do we take our blue pool towels or are there towels on the island? If you are renting a cabana, several large beach towels will be provided for your cabana, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hannahsmomtoo Posted January 10, 2014 #1542 Share Posted January 10, 2014 Are you able to reserve the cabana before sailing or do you have to do it on the ship? Yes you can reserve before.... We paid for our cabana and THEN emailed Shoreexcursions@carnival.com and already have #15 assigned for our October cruise.. ( they responded and confirmed by email ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hannahsmomtoo Posted January 10, 2014 #1543 Share Posted January 10, 2014 When you email your request for a specific cabana you must provide them with your confirmation number when you initially booked the cabana and also your carnival cruise booking number. :) This. exactly. Have already done so for October. Worked like a charm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hannahsmomtoo Posted January 10, 2014 #1544 Share Posted January 10, 2014 I read you can only get cabanas at the excursion desk, but then people say they are sold out. How would you know the cabanas are sold out until you get on ship? Are these posters writing from on board ship? Or....hopefully....can you reserve in advance now? Our cruise isn't until 10/2014 but the cabana was listed as an "excursion".... there are only 15... ( my cruise says 9 remain )...once they sell out they are gone and will not show on the excursion page. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hannahsmomtoo Posted January 10, 2014 #1545 Share Posted January 10, 2014 Just back from HMC on 10/20 and enjoyed every minute of it. Thanks to the poster who uploaded pictures of cabana #15 brought back memories. I'm ready to go again..:rolleyes: What post # was that? We have 15 reserved for October and I am dying to see it..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltsnh Posted January 10, 2014 #1546 Share Posted January 10, 2014 Yes you can reserve before.... We paid for our cabana and THEN emailed Shoreexcursions@carnival.com and already have #15 assigned for our October cruise.. ( they responded and confirmed by email ) Not sure how you did this because this is the response I got today Thanks for contacting Tour Operations with your inquiry. Unfortunately, we cannot hold any cabanas for you in particular as it a first come first serve basis. I would recommend as soon as you get onboard the Liberty please visit the Shore Excursion desk to reserve the cabana that you prefer. We look forward to having you on board with us and wish you a Happy Sailing! Tour Operations Carnival Cruise Lines Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon1 Posted January 10, 2014 #1547 Share Posted January 10, 2014 Not sure how you did this because this is the response I got today Thanks for contacting Tour Operations with your inquiry. Unfortunately, we cannot hold any cabanas for you in particular as it a first come first serve basis. I would recommend as soon as you get onboard the Liberty please visit the Shore Excursion desk to reserve the cabana that you prefer. We look forward to having you on board with us and wish you a Happy Sailing! Tour Operations Carnival Cruise Lines This was discussed many months ago. Some people were reserving by email, then CCL put a halt to it. If you think you reserved by email, when you arrive onboard you should go to Shore Ex, the cabana you thought you reserved may not be reserved for you. You will get a cabana, but cannot reserve a specific cabana in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pellaz Posted January 11, 2014 #1548 Share Posted January 11, 2014 This was discussed many months ago. Some people were reserving by email, then CCL put a halt to it. Yep, I was one of the few who slipped in during the brief period during which CCL was allowing specific cabana assignments via email. If you think you reserved by email, when you arrive onboard you should go to Shore Ex, the cabana you thought you reserved may not be reserved for you. Even though I had "officially" reserved a cabana by email, I still went to Shore Ex the moment I boarded...and they had already given it away to someone else. When I produced my copy of the confirmation email, they said they'd take care of it...but they still had me down for the wrong one when I checked later. Which one would I ACTUALLY have gotten? --We'll never know, as THAT particular port visit was cancelled due to weather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hannahsmomtoo Posted January 11, 2014 #1549 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Not sure how you did this because this is the response I got today Thanks for contacting Tour Operations with your inquiry. Unfortunately, we cannot hold any cabanas for you in particular as it a first come first serve basis. I would recommend as soon as you get onboard the Liberty please visit the Shore Excursion desk to reserve the cabana that you prefer. We look forward to having you on board with us and wish you a Happy Sailing! Tour Operations Carnival Cruise Lines This was our response..... Hello *****, Thank you for getting in touch with the Shore Excursion Department. We have blocked Cabana #15 for you. The Shore Excursion team onboard the Fascination has been informed about it. We value your business and appreciate this opportunity to assist. Best regards, Tour Operations Carnival Cruise Lines Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hannahsmomtoo Posted January 11, 2014 #1550 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Yep, I was one of the few who slipped in during the brief period during which CCL was allowing specific cabana assignments via email. Even though I had "officially" reserved a cabana by email, I still went to Shore Ex the moment I boarded...and they had already given it away to someone else. When I produced my copy of the confirmation email, they said they'd take care of it...but they still had me down for the wrong one when I checked later. Which one would I ACTUALLY have gotten? --We'll never know, as THAT particular port visit was cancelled due to weather. Good info... While I do have 15 reserved, I will double check on board Thanks ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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