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The Good, The Bad, The Ugly | Boarding Day Carnival Firenze

Shug & Alan's Travel Channel
Shug & Alan's Travel Channel
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What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleOther · 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

We're platinum so we can drop off early. They just don't want you hanging around in the rooms.

The confetti cheesecake is absolutely delicious. The right temperature, just the right consistency.

The marketplace. It was pitiful. As Allan would say.

Cruising is still a good value. You're going to different stops, different locations, your hotel, your food.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get to the terminal before 11:00 a.m. regardless of check-in time due to limited parking.
Complete your muster station as soon as you get on the ship.
If you're platinum or diamond, you can drop your bags off in your room early.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Parking at Long Beach terminalParking is very limited; arrive before 11:00 a.m. and expect to pay $26 per day.
Finding a seat at the buffetBoarding early helps; the buffet was empty initially but filled up fast.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWas Carnival Firenze worth the excitement?
QIs cruising still a good value?
QWhat is the boarding day experience like on Carnival Firenze?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Long Beach1 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Join us as we board @Carnival Firenze for another cruise adventure! From the moment we arrived at the terminal, this boarding day had a little bit of everything—the good, the bad, and the ugly. We'll show you what it was like getting onboard, our first impressions of Carnival Firenze, sail away, Platinum perks, and of course our hunt for great food. Some of it was delicious, some of it was disappointing, and a few items left us scratching our heads. Was Carnival Firenze worth the excitement? How did the food stack up? And what surprised us most on our first day onboard? Come along as we explore the ship, sample the food, enjoy sail away, and share our honest first-day experience. 🚢 Cruise Information Ship: Carnival Firenze Sailing Date: June 1–5, 2026 Cruise Length: 4-Day Baja Mexico Cruise 📍 Itinerary Day 1 – Long Beach, California (Embarkation) Day 2 – Catalina Island, California Day 3 – Ensenada, Mexico Day 4 – Fun Day at Sea Day 5 – Long Beach, California (Disembarkation) 🔔 Subscribe for More Adventures: https://www.youtube.com/@ShugAlansTravelChannel?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ Become a Channel Member: https://www.youtube.com/@ShugAlansTravelChannel/join 👕 Check Out Our Merch: https://www.shugalanmerch.com 🌐 Visit Our Website: https://www.shugalantravel.com Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShugAlansTravelChannel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ShugAlansTravelChannel TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ShugAlansTravelChannel Thanks for cruising with us, and we'll see you on the next adventure! Shug & Alan Another Day, Another Adventure #CarnivalFirenze #BoardingDay #CruiseVlog #TravelVlog #CruiseFoodReview #CarnivalCruise #CruiseLife #Cruising 00:00 Welcome Aboard Carnival Firenze 00:19 The Massive Boarding Line 01:12 We're Finally Onboard 02:35 Stateroom Drop-Off 04:33 Lunch & Review 20:26 Subscribe & Membership Information 22:06 Boarding Helpful Information 25:06 Sail Away Party 28:16 Merch Store Spotlight 28:54 Alan's Ice Cream and Review 30:05 Free Gifts 31:51 Dinner, Disappointment, & Review 37:55 Entertainment in the Promenade 39:54 Showtime | What's Age Got To Do With It 47:12 Final Thoughts on Boarding Day