has anyone been on a cruise? hows it like?

Question

were taking carnival liberty..
tell me about it

Answer 1

I have been on many cruises but not on a Carnival ship. But here's how it goes. First, the standard cabin that most people get (inside/outside/balcony) are generally between 175 and 200 Square feet, about the size of a 9 by 12 ft home bedroom (balconies are about 45 to 55 sq ft). Suites and penthouses can be between 350 and 1300 square feet. Each cabin has a two beds which can be made into a queen, a bathroom with a shower stall, a closet and some drawer space, a TV and telephone, a safe for valuables, and a life jacket for each passenger. pack using soft sided luggage because you will store your luggage under your beds.

When you arrive at the port to check in you (each passenger) will receive a key card which will serve as your room key, charge card for anything you buy on ship (i.e.,drinks, souvenir) and its also your pass to get on and off ship in each port. When you first board the ship the security personnel will have you insert your key card into a scanner and then will take a photo of you that is included in the magnetic strip on the card. Each time you get off ship you will need this key card and many times also a photo ID (passport or driver's license). This card allows them to keep an accurate track of all passengers entering and/or leaving the ship.

Each day of your cruise you will receive in your cabin a "newsletter" listing the time, place and particulars of everything happening for you on ship. There are generally activities like demonstrations of ice carvings, napkin folding and towel folding, and cooking demonstrations. Some ships may offer a galley (kitchen) tour or a tour of the bridge. There may be organized games and other activities around the pools. In the evenings there are generally shows, one show for those with an early dinner seating and another (same show) for those who eat late. There is always food available. Usually there is a place in ship where you can go get something. Or, you can always just pick up the phone in your cabin and order from the room service menu (food is free). If you want, you can order breakfast room service.

All ships, except Disney, have a casino with slots and table games. Ships have movie theaters, generally small but nice, and you can also see movies in your room. They have ATM’s and a purser’s desk where you can cash a check or exchange currency if you need to. There is a tour and activities desk so you can schedule land tours and activities.

Ships have free morning exercise programs, stretching and walking, etc, and on some you can pay for other things like Spinning. All cruise ships have gyms so you can go workout, usually any time from 6:00 AM to late at night. There is usually a walking/running track on one of the decks also. Some ships leave the gym open all night. They call the gyms Spa because they do promote getting pampered with things like wraps and massages with aroma therapy. They will also generally have a beauty salon to do hair and nails.

There are always pools. Some ships have more than one and the newer ships generally have an indoor pool as well as outdoor ones and all of these have hot tubs. There is generally a basketball court on the top deck, a place for scuffle board, and a mini-golf course.

There are places on ships to play cards and board games, and the cards and games are provided. If you want to just sit and read, there’s a library where you can bring your books or select one from the shelf. Ships have internet cafes and some offer WIFI if you bring your prefer to use your computer in your cabin (some ships offer notebooks for rent). There are cocktail lounges that feature a variety of music. Some have a piano bar with jazz. There is usually a disco that starts after 10:00 PM each night and last until everyone leave. On certain days ships will have special activities like a chocolate lovers buffet, or a midnight deck party .


Some people worry about getting sea sick, but the ships being used these days have automated stabilizers which minimize the rocking. The larger ships cut through the water so easy that you don’t even feel like you are moving. When there is bad weather the cruise lines will steer around and away from it, sometimes changing the order of port stops. Also, the ships generally move overnight and dock in the mornings so you don’t feel much movement. Consequently, your chances of getting sea sick are minimal. There is generally less motion than on an airplane.

Most 7-day cruises have two formal nights when you can wear your best stuff and get pictures taken, and maybe meet the ship’s Captain. Cruise lines charge a lot for the photos they take so take your own photos around the ship when you get the chance, especially on the formal nights. Ask other passengers to take photos for you, they generally are very willing. The formal nights are REQUESTED not required attire. But most people do dress up in a tux for men and a long dress (any color) for women. Some men just wear a suit and tie and some women wear a nice dress but not a gown. You will not be denied access to the dining room or anything else if you choose not to dress up. (we usually take off the formal stuff after dinner and pictures anyway).

Regardless of where you are going the dress on cruises is casual,,i.e. shorts, slacks, "T" shirts, sandals, sneakers, during the day and "Sports Casual" (i.e., what you would expect to see worn in a business office) after 6:00 PM. If you are going to the Caribbean you can wear your swim wear at/in the pool area, but a wrap while headed there. The sports casual dress is required in public areas like the dining rooms, casino, show rooms, disco, bars. You don't have to dress up for dinner unless you want to; sports casual is fine.

Enjoy your cruise; I know you will.

Answer 2

I just got back from a Carnival cruise - Imagination last may and Victory this past time. Carnival cruises are a lot of fun, there is ALwAYS something to do - and you will never be bored. I have never been on the Liberty - but I heard it was amazing. That is the newest of the Carnival lines (i think at least) and I heard it is a beautiful ship. Make sure you pick some fun excursions to do on the islands and do NOT over pack. I took soo much clothes and it like filled up our room. You won't wear as much clothes as you think you will wear since you wear bathing suit almost all day long then dress for dinnner and thats about it. Have fun.. I am jealous. I can't WAIT to go on another cruise!! :):)

Answer 3

We went on a cruise with the Carnival Glory last May and it was wonderful.

There is a huge deck with pools and maybe a water slide- Check out the ship on Carnival's website, you can do a virtual tour.

You will eat like a pig and gain weight. Just get ready. The food was all wonderful. There were some things better than others, but everything was great!

You will not have to lift a finger to do anything. There is always someone there to wait on you.

On the lido deck there are usually lots of fun activities, music. the restaurants are also there. There is a more formal dining room on another part of the ship.

There are several clubs (dancing, karaokee, lounges, etc) a casino and tons of other stuff. You will never get to do everything that there is to do.

You will have a ton of fun- It was the best vacation we had ever had. We are planning another cruise for December now!

Answer 4

I've been on a royal carribean cruise but not the carnival line. I hear carnival is fun (party ship) and affordable. I went to nassau and coco cay on my four day cruise last august. It was pretty awesome. There are so many activites to choose from while on the ship itself you never get bored. There's theatre, pools, dancing areas, casino, restaurants (some you have to pay extra for), rock-climbing, contests, sovenir shops, and much more. I liked the food, theatre, and chocolate buffet at midnight the best. Then the islands were beautiful, esp. coco cay it had soft white sand, clear blue water, free food, cool native gift shops, snorkling, and a lot more. I had a blast. You'll probably love it. The only thing I didn't really like was the fancy dress night, I hate dressing up.

Answer 5

I have been on two Carnival cruises. They were both great. We went on Fantasy class ships both times. The Carnival Liberty is a Conquest class ship that is one of the largest that is in the Carnival fleet. Expect to be pampered as much as you desire. There will be evening shows when the ship is at sea. Plenty of activities and classes during the day, Best advice is eat in the dining room. I eat all three meals every day in the dining room. The only thing I go to the Lido dining room for is the deli and drinks. The food is excellent, and the staff in the dining room is great. They are efficient, and entertaining. After a couple of nights, they get to know you. I always get my double expressos after dinner without having to ask. They just bring it to me. The entertainment staff is usually British. They have a sense of humor that takes some geting used to, but I liked it.

The ship is large enough that you should feel almost no movement. It is just like being in a floating resort.

We don't drink or gamble, so for the four of us, it is the most economical vacation we can get (living in Florida).

But, be warned. They are habit forming. We took our first three day cruise for our 15th anniversary. It was supposed to be a one time thing. Nine months later we were on our next one. And when we returned from that one, we started looking again, and within a month we were booked on the Carnival Glory for this September.

Remember, you are on vacation. Enjoy yourself. Take advantage of all the services and ammenities that they offer. Eat all you want. If you want 10 lobster tails in the dining room, just ask. They will be glad to serve you as many as you want. The staff is there to serve you. Let them.

Answer 6

the entertainment should be good. carnival ships are known to cater to families, so there's a lot of activities for the whole family.

rooms are always small... but kept clean, as well as the whole ship. I'm hoping you'll find the crew very friendly and the food awesome! eat lots! haha

Answer 7

In reply for your query approximately passports, the reply is that many overseas ports require you to have a passport. I'm leaving on a Caribbean cruise, in which I'll be leaving from and returning to a US port, and it's essential that I take a passport. Ask your journey agent or whoever you could have booked with.

Answer 8

ive been on a cruise last may actually. i dont remember the cruise line but it was great. they had a casino, arcade, bingo sessions, movies, the buffets were awesome, pools. it was a blast. we didnt wanna get off the boat lol. have fun on ur trip!

Answer 9

I went on a cruise last month. Had a great time. Great food. Awesome service. Have a great time!