Did We Make a Mistake? 10 Fears & Questions Answered on the Carnival Dream 🚢
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It's definitely not the oldest ship we've been on, but I'm hoping that it's not feeling worn out or dated and that it still has that fun vibe.
Yes, this was a game changer. I had my own bathroom where I could keep all my stuff. It was wonderful.
I was pleasantly surprised that there were probably 10 hot tubs that we counted.
Not for me. I was quite warm in our cabin.
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Thinking about sailing on the Carnival Dream? We had a lot of questions and a few fears before we set sail on our 6-night Caribbean cruise from Galveston, Texas. This video answers your biggest questions before you go! We dive into everything from the ship's age, addressing if a vessel from 2009 feels old or worn out, and if there are enough sun loungers, hot tubs, and pool space to go around. We also tackle the question of our Deluxe Oceanview stateroom #1402 and whether having two washrooms is overkill or a game-changer. We get into the practical details on the Carnival Dream, including the number of plugs in the cabin and our experience with the ship's laundry facilities and their costs. We also give you our honest opinion on the complimentary food options, the variety, and our take on the Carnival Dream's theater and its sightlines. We cover what our view from Deck 1 was like, whether the AC kept the cabin cool enough, and if the crowds felt too busy in the common areas. Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a seasoned sailor, this video is designed to get you all the answers you need before you book your trip! 📽️Carnival Dream - Embarkation & Sail Away (Day 1) https://youtu.be/Q-45R1WlY1I 📽️Carnival Dream - Sea Day Fun (Day 2) https://youtu.be/lCWrKwpGPIw 📽️Carnival Dream - Costa Maya & Mahahual (Day 3) https://youtu.be/Iv7rTj9qTzY 📽️Carnival Dream - Belize Cave Tubing (Day 4) https://youtu.be/yheL2ImVCt0 📽️Carnival Dream - Iberostar Resort Cozumel & Formal Night (Day 5) https://youtu.be/MlBkQ0Bpz64 📽️Carnival Dream - Final Sea Day (Day 6) https://youtu.be/7NmkudFpThs 📽️Carnival Dream Ship Tour https://youtu.be/z9obawfzDgw 📽️FREE Carnival Dream Food: What's Included! https://youtu.be/WV5QEDFQi5A 📽️Carnival Dream Review: Our Likes & Wishes https://youtu.be/RNKp6cn2b88 📽️Carnival Dream Deluxe Ocean View Cabin Tour https://youtu.be/b1B07jbHvk8 📽️Carnival Dream: 10 Fears & Questions Answered https://youtu.be/rCR2FBXqIeQ 📽️Carnival Dream Casino Tour https://youtu.be/qdhI3K-oreE 📽️Carnival Dream: Cloud 9 Fitness Center Tour https://youtu.be/zGE362y7FQ4 📽️Carnival Dream Arcade Tour https://youtu.be/95S5BMfOhXc 🛒 Book a Cruise on the Carnival Dream - https://sovrn.co/ec72rib 🛒 Resort For A Day - Port Excursions - https://lddy.no/1maq3 ⭐ Follow us on Social Media ⭐ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northernvikingexplorer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NorthernVikingExplorer TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northernvikingexplorer Link Tree - https://linktr.ee/NorthernVikingExplorer Website: https://northernvikingexplorer.com/ 🛒 Our Favorite Cruise & Travel Gear on Amazon (Affiliate) European Travel Plug Adapter to USB-C https://amzn.to/4gTrC6b Light Duty - DIYMAG Magnetic Hooks 30lbs (3 Pack) https://amzn.to/3T9NcrQ Light Duty - DIYMAG Magnetic Hooks 30lbs (10 Pack) https://amzn.to/3HxlHpz Heavy Duty - Neosmuk Magnetic Hooks 100lbs (5 Pack) https://amzn.to/3HIyxRQ Gonex 30L Ultra Lightweight Packable Backpack https://amzn.to/3HwvdcD Lamicall Phone Waterproof Pouch (2-Pack) https://amzn.to/42mStRY Cruise Luggage Tags https://amzn.to/3IyB4yB PackTowl Personal Quick Dry Microfiber Towel https://amzn.to/3JvOlVO Level8 Luggage Set (20" & 28") https://amzn.to/4cfw8rv Level8 Compression Packing Cubes https://amzn.to/3HtpRyQ ☕Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/northernviking 🎯 Subscribe to my other channel "Northern Viking Everyday" for Tech Tutorials and Reviews. https://www.youtube.com/c/northernvikingeveryday?sub_confirmation=1 ⌚ Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction 00:32 1. Older Ship? Will it feel old or worn out? 03:47 2. Sun Loungers & Pool Space: Is there enough space to relax? 05:47 3. Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom: Is a two-washroom cabin a game-changer? 07:26 4. Plugs: Are there enough plugs for all your devices? 09:01 5. Laundry: Will the laundromat be busy and what are the costs? 10:20 6. Complimentary Food: Is the food good and is there enough variety? 12:38 7. The Theater: Are the sightlines good and are there enough seats? 13:58 8. Our Oceanview Cabin: What is the view like from a Deck 1 cabin? 14:41 9. Air Conditioning: Will the cabin AC be cool enough? 15:51 10. Crowds: Will the ship feel too busy in the common areas? 19:50 Final Thoughts 📷 My Gear (Affiliate) Canon EOS M6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera - https://amzn.to/3kxH6Rs Sigma 16mm f/1.4 Lens Canon EF-M - https://amzn.to/3v5hdv8 GoPro Hero 13 Black - https://amzn.to/4eAGYd8 DJI Mic Mini - https://amzn.to/3Vl3u2b DISCLAIMER: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase through one of the links, I’ll receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. #CarnivalDream #CarnivalCruise #CarnivalCruiseLine #Galveston #CaribbeanCruise #CruiseQuestions #CruiseTips #CruiseLife #CruiseTravel #CruiseVlog #DeluxeOceanview #CruiseCabin #choosefun #northernvikingexplorer @Carnival