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OLDEST vs. NEWEST Carnival Cruise: Which was better?

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👁️ 4K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 13:15
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Caribbean · Spring · 7 nightsFrom CharlestonVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I sailed on board the cruise Line's oldest and newest ships within a few months of each other

the differences certainly show the evolution of the cruise industry

our interior State Room on Carnival Sunshine was dated noisy smelly and dysfunctional

the cabin was both modern and functional we particularly enjoyed the spacious bathroom and the large walk-in shower

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider booking a Cove balcony on newer ships for extra privacy and comfort
Check cabin location to avoid noise from elevators or other areas

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhich Carnival cruise ship is better, the oldest or the newest?
QHow has cruise ship design evolved over the last few decades?
QWhat are the key differences in dining, entertainment, and attractions between older and newer Carnival ships?

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Port Highlights

Charleston
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YouTube Video Description

If you take one look at Carnival’s oldest and newest cruise ship, you can easily see how cruise ship design has evolved over the last few decades. While traditional ships were built to be smaller and offer a more simple onboard experience, modern-day vessels are massive, floating resorts. I tried both Carnival Sunshine and Carnival Jubilee, the oldest and newest ships in Carnival's fleet. Here's how the two cruise experiences compared. 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