Thanks Jamman54 and Patty for the great review and photos!! Hubby and I were glued to your details, descriptions and photos. Luckily for us we started when you were complete so no waiting required. We are on day 4 (Miami) of our Christmas/NYE 10/9 day B2B extravaganza!! 19 days on Carnival Venezia plus 2 days pre-stay. What we learned ahead of time from your review was immeasurable.
The ship is as described with the exception of the addition of the gorgeous Christmas decorations and holiday atmosphere. Another difference is the change in the majority of the crew and staff from cruise director and on down. MarQ is back and is very well liked and upbeat. Bar staff is awesome and like you we have our favorites. Like you we also had to change cabins. Although cabin type and location is identical and only switched sides of the ship our experience in that area, and the dining room service is dramatic. Our first room steward was one of the best ever and so far our port side guy is over worked and dealing with cabins on two decks. π«€ But our towel animals are great and all have eyes. π
The first of the two cruises was also an Elite cruise and the second is a Premier cruise so the casino is always packed, smokey and nearly impossible get free drinks (while gambling) that they advertise when encouraging you to play more to earn.
Tonight is NYE and we are looking forward to the celebrations all over the ship!!
We are counting our blessings and will enjoy the rest of our amazing cruise!! And I'm also sure and our room steward and dining team will grow on us like they always do. β€οΈ Wishing all a Happy and Healthy 2024!! ππΎπ₯