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Carnival Cruise: Baltimore....
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angelbaby
Active Member
Tip: become a member of cruisecritic.com. Search your ship and "rollcall" for tips and good information. They are the cruise experts!
I'll be on the Triumph in March!
We just went on the Triumph in October to the Bahamas. Loved it! We were on the boat for Halloween which was a blast. We can't wait to book another one.
itsbob
I bowl overhand
My first cruise ever....leaving from Baltimore on the "Pride"--
(Springtime)...what do I need to know before I blunder into it?
I have read about required gratuities...upgraded dinners,...but when it pulls into the port in the Bahamas...now what?
to make matters worse: I fall asleep in concerts, stand-up commedians are generally not funny, & I don't want to swim (95%) of the time....nor do I blow $$ in casinos. Looks like I'll spend my time
Thoughts?
Go to CruiseCritic.com.. Find your cruise and start chatting to people who are also going on your cruise.
They have hints and tips columns for first timers.
We met about 30 people through that site, had dinner the night before we cast off in Miami at Bubba Gumps, and dinner on the boat the first night, and basically everyone paired off with people they could relate too. We hung out with about 5 different couples (Plus the couple we originally went with) which made the cruise a LOT more enjoyable. We did dinners together, shore excursions together, you name it.
That and you can NOT be shy on a cruise. Just join in on EVERYTHING and have a great time.
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itsbob
I bowl overhand
We did a TransAtlantic, ship relocation cruise (cheap).. 13 days total. Did the Azores, Portugal, Mallorca, Mallaga, Gibrlatar, and Barcelona..
We had a penthouse suite and got TOTALLY spoiled. Private dining room for those in penthouses and above.. private Butler, Concierge.. maid.. HUGE room (comparitively).
Elle
Happy Camper!
I second this. We had a special meet and greet on our cruise - sponsored by RCI but only opened to those whoe registered online
itsbob
I bowl overhand
Tip: become a member of cruisecritic.com. Search your ship and "rollcall" for tips and good information. They are the cruise experts!
I'll be on the Triumph in March!
Oops, missed this..
Bavarian
New Member
A very good thing about Holland America, don't think applies to Carnival, the now parent company. Always a Catholic Priest, ten days or longer, a Protestant service, A Rabbi if over High Holy Days. Also, had similar on Royal Carribean.Are Protestants welcomed ?......
BTW, Merry Christmas to you and yours.....
Hessian
Well-Known Member
Interesting element!
Thanks for posting that Bavarian!...being that my Cruise will be in the Easter break,...I hope something like that might be on board!
OK...I will now check out the cruisecritic site too...
I also have too look up my two stops in the Bahamas and see what can be enjoyed in the day we are there.
hmmm, plenty to plan for.
Hessian
Thanks for posting that Bavarian!...being that my Cruise will be in the Easter break,...I hope something like that might be on board!
OK...I will now check out the cruisecritic site too...
I also have too look up my two stops in the Bahamas and see what can be enjoyed in the day we are there.
hmmm, plenty to plan for.
Hessian
Chasey_Lane
Salt Life
Snorkeling in Freeport is a must!! Afterwards, take a stroll downtown to do some shopping, drinking and eating. There is really not a whole lot to do in Freeport and the port itself is...dirty. The same can be said about most Caribbean ports though.
How much time will you have in Nassau? If you plan on visiting Atlantis, you can reserve a room at one of the nearby hotels and access to Atlantis is included. I've heard of people getting rooms for CHEAP, but it really depends on the time of year. Go to Hotels, Rooms, Reservations, Hotel Lodging, Motels - Choice Hotels, type in Nassau, select your dates, etc. It could save you money vice booking directly with the cruise line.
awpitt
Main Streeter
Atlantis is super. Expensive but super. We own a condo in the Harborside section of Atlantis. We always say we're going to exchange our week and go somewhere else but we keep going back to Atlantis each year.
If you're into diving, you'll want to get in touch with these folks: Stuart Cove’s Dive Bahamas Scuba Diving Nassau Bahamas Best Snorkeling Adventures
They were a pretty small outfit when we first went to New Providence in '91 and they've grown quite a bit since.
Since you mentioned ancient forts, you'll want to make your way up to Fort Charlotte which is the highest point on the island. Great views of the cruise ships and Atlantis. Fort Charlotte is ajacent to the Queen's staircase.
You might want to try the Fish Fry for lunch. Just follow Bay Street west of the cruise ship piers and it will come up on the right. It a bunch of locals who set up and cook local, cheap, and yummy food. The biggest day seems to be on Wednesdays at lunch.
If you want to snorkel and relax on a beach that's not crowded, try a trip on the Flying Cloud.
Flying Cloud Charters, Nassau, Bahamas
It goes to Rose Island and includes all the Bahama Mamas you can drink.
I hope this helps.
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awpitt
Main Streeter
CruiseCritic is great. We're going on the Oasis of the Seas in March and we've already been communicationg with folks who will be there the same week. Royal Caribbean also hosts a Cruise Critic Meeet and Greet party during the cruise. Carnival probably does also so check that out.
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toppick08
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lovinmaryland
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toppick08
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Oh, ...I have my reason.....
Chasey_Lane
Salt Life
How'd you like the ship? How was processing in Baltimore?
It was my first cruise on a ship that wasn't painted haze gray. The check in process is pretty painless. You have to wait in line but the line moves pretty good. Everyone was very helpful.
My first impression of the ship was gaudy. Sort of like I remember the Atlantic City casinos in the early 80s. But overall it was good. I was even looking at other cruises. Lots of things to do. Comedians were good. We went to a show every night.
The ship is very clean considering the # of people on board. Waiters and stateroom staff are excellent. Most of the behind the scene help are from the 3rd world. Most speak English but you often have to ask them to repeat themselves. Food was hit or miss, lucky more hit. Great desserts especially if you like chiffons.
The check out takes a while. If you do the self debarkation you go before the folks that get the staff to move their bags. Pack light should make it easier in the long run.
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Chasey_Lane
Salt Life
I'll be on Triumph in 62 days. I can't wait to have some delicious warm chocolate melting cake. It's one of my favorites!
