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6 things I'll NEVER do on a Carnival cruise again!

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πŸ‘οΈ 336K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 8:05

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The creator shares six specific experiences from her travels on Carnival Cruise Line that she intends to avoid in the future. After sailing on the Carnival Celebration, she concludes that she will only choose to sail on the newer Excel class ships to avoid the cramped spaces and outdated designs found on older, smaller vessels. Regarding dining, she states she will no longer eat at the Lido Marketplace buffet due to bland food and lackluster atmosphere, and she will avoid the Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse because of restrictive ordering rules and overcooked food. She also advises against sitting in the obstructed stadium seats during Center Stage shows on Excel class ships, noting that foot traffic and technical equipment block the view. When visiting Cozumel, she learned that Carnival ships dock in locations that make walking to town difficult in the heat, leading her to prefer taxis or excursions instead. Finally, she warns against waiting until the last day of a cruise to attempt weather dependent activities like the ropes course or the Bolt roller coaster, as safety concerns can lead to unexpected closures.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I will never Sail on Carnival Cruise Lines oldest and smallest ships again

I won't plan to eat in the Lido Marketplace again

I will not watch another Center Stage Show in the obstructed stadium seat

I will never walk into town in Cozumel again

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Choose Carnival's newest ships instead of older ones
βœ“Avoid the Lido Marketplace buffet and use alternative dining options
βœ“Arrive early to get good seats for shows instead of obstructed stadium seats
βœ“Take an organized excursion or taxi in Cozumel instead of walking

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Choosing the right ship β€” Sail on Carnival's newest Excel class ships like Mardi Gras or Celebration for a better experience
Dining options β€” Avoid the buffet and use alternative dining like Guy's Burger Joint or Big Chicken
Getting good seats for shows β€” Arrive early to snag floor seats instead of obstructed stadium seats

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the top things to avoid on a Carnival cruise?
QHow can first-timers have a better experience on Carnival?

Topics Covered

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