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Our Carnival Christmas Cruise Was NOT What We Expected 🎄😳

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👁️ 466 views📅 3 months ago⏱️ 19:40
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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Other · WinterFirst-Time Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

This was our first Christmas cruise on Connorville Martyra and we were traveling with 23 of our family members.

The one area we didn't love was the security checkpoint. We've cruised on multiple cruise lines and this part felt a bit chaotic with long lines.

One thing that really surprised us was that There was no employees there cheering or welcoming or clapping us on board.

The room was clean, comfortable, and having that balcony was perfect for sellaway views and fresh ocean air throughout the cruise.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Keep your passport easily accessible until you are fully on the ship.
Boarding and eating early helps you avoid the big lunch crowds on embarkation day.
Bring a cruise approved non-surge protector for more plugs or USB ports.
Bring an old gift card or business card to insert in the light slot for your cabin.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Embarkation process chaosKeep passport accessible and be prepared for security lines.
Dining time changesCheck your dining time on your cards to ensure it matches your reservation.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to spend Christmas on a Carnival cruise?
QHow was the embarkation process for a Christmas cruise?
QWhat are the cabin and balcony experiences on Carnival Mardi Gras?

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YouTube Video Description

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