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Our Honest Celebration Key Review - The Truth About Carnival's New Island

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Editorial Summary

The creators provide a comprehensive review of Celebration Key, a new exclusive destination from Carnival. They begin by explaining the Island Eats program, noting that unlike most private islands, most food and drinks here require extra payment. While guests receive one meal credit for casual eateries or a 25 percent discount at full service restaurants, the creators warn that credits are linked by stateroom and do not include beverages. The video details the massive scale of the two freshwater lagoons, Calypso Lagoon for adults and Starfish Lagoon for families, which are separated by the Suncastle landmark. They discuss various amenities including water slides, sports areas, and the Pearl Cove Beach Club, an adults only area offering a more secluded experience. The creators also cover dining options ranging from food trucks to full service restaurants, noting that the cruise line's beverage package is not valid on the island. They conclude that the destination is intuitive to navigate via walking or tram and offers a vibrant atmosphere suitable for various traveler types, though guests should prepare for additional out of pocket costs for food and drinks.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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A Nibble

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Celebration Key isn't actually a private island. It's an exclusive destination.

We were still not prepared for how massive the lagoons really were.

The Starfish Lagoon pool alone dwarfs Royal Caribbean's Oasis Lagoon.

Celebration Key is a vibrant, exciting, and overall fun pool or beach day.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Review the Island Eats menus carefully to know which items are included.
Consider purchasing passes to Pearl Cove Beach Club to escape crowds and kids.
Use the tram routes if you have limited mobility or prefer not to walk.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Confusion about what is included in the cruise fareMost food and drinks on Celebration Key are not included; use Island Eats credits wisely.
Limited complimentary beveragesOnly water is complimentary; plan to pay for other drinks.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the Island Eats program and how does it work?
QWhat are the pool and beach options at Celebration Key?
QWhat are the dining and drink options and costs?
QWhat is the Pearl Cove Beach Club and is it worth it?

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