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Do’s and Dont’s of CARNIVAL MARDI GRAS, CELEBRATION, and JUBILEE

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👁️ 604 views📅 4 months ago⏱️ 1:34:33
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Creator's Key Takeaways

You really do kind of need to go in there prepared because it is a a mega ship

Shacks chicken. You know, on the XL class ships throughout the Carnival fleet, there's a lot of Carnival ships, right? But the XL class has Shacks Chicken

Don't wait in long lines for coffee. On a lot of your Carnival ships, everybody's in the habit of going to Java Blue Cafe

The Bolt roller coaster is pretty cool. It's a short ride. You get two laps around the track, but it is a thrill ride

Creator's Tips & Advice

Do your homework and research tips for XL class ships before boarding
Book a duck experience at Chabbang for a unique dining experience
Use the Carnival Hub app to plan activities and maximize your cruise
Arrive an hour early for Grand Central theater shows to get good seats
Try the bubble drinks at the Fortune Teller, Latitudes, or Dr. Inks bars

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Overwhelm on a mega shipBe selective about activities; you can't do everything in one week, so plan ahead
First cruise on an XL class shipWatch tips videos and do research to maximize the experience

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the must-do activities on Carnival's XL class ships?
QHow can I avoid long lines for coffee on board?
QWhat specialty dining experiences are worth the cost?
QHow should I plan my time on a mega ship like the Mardi Gras, Celebration, or Jubilee?

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Port Highlights

Nassau2½ Happy Bacon
Port Canaveral2½ Happy Bacon
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Do’s and Dont’s of CARNIVAL MARDI GRAS, CELEBRATION, and JUBILEE