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We Tried Carnival's Oldest & Smelliest Cruise (I was unprepared)

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πŸ‘οΈ 28K viewsπŸ“… 1 years ago⏱️ 11:57
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❀️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · Summer · 4 nightsFrom CharlestonVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I found that my expectations for sailing on Carnival's oldest ship this summer fell short of my preconceived notions

it was one of the worst embarcation experiences that I've ever had and certainly not the best start to a cruise

our cabin shared a wall with the Elevator Shaft all night we could hear thumping and clunking as the elevator went up and down

Carnival Sunshine had some of the worst smells of any cruise ship that I've been on including our own cabin bathroom

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Set realistic expectations before every cruise
βœ“Be prepared for potential smell issues on older ships

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Embarkation process β€” Expect long lines and heat; arrive prepared
Cabin noise β€” Avoid cabins near elevator shafts if sensitive to noise
Ship smells β€” Be aware that older ships may have maintenance issues leading to odors

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the unexpected challenges of sailing on Carnival's oldest ship?
QHow does the experience on an older ship compare to newer vessels?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing4 Sad BaconShip Condition4Β½ Sad BaconEmbarkation4Β½ Sad BaconCabin Interior4 Sad BaconDining Buffet1Β½ Sad BaconDining Main1Β½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Charleston2Β½ Sad Bacon
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YouTube Video Description↓

Before every cruise, I try to set realistic expectations of what to expect during my sailing. Having realistic expectations ensures that I usually do not leave my vacation feeling disappointed. Each cruise will be undoubtedly different depending on the itinerary, ship, and cruise line. No two cruises are ever the same! However, I found my expectations for sailing on Carnival’s oldest ship this summer fell short of my preconceived notions. Unfortunately, not everything went as planned on our 4-night cruise to the Bahamas. Here are five things that I wasn’t prepared for when sailing on Carnival Sunshine. Learn more about cruising: https://cruise.blog/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecruiseblog Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycruiseblog/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cruise.blog