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Carnival Radiance Review | 4-Night Long Beach Sailing to Catalina and Ensenada!

Jackson Jetsetting
Jackson Jetsetting
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👁️ 184K views📅 4 years ago⏱️ 18:09
What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for SoloOther · Spring · 4 nightsFrom Long BeachVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

this is my first time sailing carnival since 1995 believe it or not i was able to link my previous cruises to my account

overall loved my inside cabin

the food in the main dining room was excellent it was a lot better than anything that i had on princess for sure

the alchemy bar which has awesome cocktails definitely recommend that that was probably my favorite spot on the ship

Creator's Tips & Advice

Eat an early breakfast and get on the first tender to avoid long lines in Catalina Island
Use the app to check in for My Time dining to manage crowds and get a table quickly
Walk off the ship in Ensenada instead of taking the shuttle to save money

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Navigating the ship layoutThe ship has some dead ends and you may need to go up a deck to reach the same level
Formal night expectationsIt wasn't a true formal night, but they do have formal options available

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the boarding experience like at Long Beach port?
QWhat are the dining options and food quality on Carnival Radiance?
QWhat activities are available on board and in port stops?

Topics Covered

Loyalty Program1 Happy BaconEmbarkation3½ Happy BaconService Crew3 Happy BaconShip Condition3 Happy BaconCabin Interior4 Happy BaconDining Main3½ Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks4½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Catalina Island3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Golf at Catalina Country Club
Ensenada3 Happy Bacon
Top: La Bufadora
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YouTube Video Description

The Carnival Radiance is a newly renovated ship sailing full time from Long Beach, California, on alternating 4-night and 3-night itineraries. My sailing left Monday and returned Friday, with stops in Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. Check out all the fun things I did on board, and if you're interested, we've got full tours of my pre-cruise hotel as well as the Radiance! Carnival Radiance Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlKRREK2gXo Renaissance Long Beach Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtYBHtadbIU Book a cruise with us! https://www.jacksonjetsetting.com/book Join my Substack for the latest travel news and deals: https://jacksonjetsetting.substack.com/?r=618b0&utm_campaign=pub-share-checklist Don't set sail without our cruise essentials! https://www.amazon.com/shop/jacksonjetsetting/list/3P2X6Z6KSIXRU?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfjacksonjetsetting_PZCZ349PEY0ABAJ1J3B3 Use code CRUISE10 to save 10% off GigSky: https://plans.gigsky.com/6J3CSR/2CTPL/