Disney versus Carnival

[ib4cruzn]

Carnival vs Disney? You will be disappointed...

[Max Circus]

We have done Disney Dream and many Carnival cruises. Disney was nice, but the price difference (more than 2 times as much) we didn't think we got that much more value from Disney.

Pros for Disney:

Great entertainment shows - nearly Broadway quality.
Terrific adult district with cool bars - especially the Skyline.

Cons for Disney:

Terrible food - even on simple dishes like a caesar salad which had a southwestern dressing.
Inconsistent service at dinner - my wife could never get the right soup delivered (they kept on bringing the wrong one).

[gottacruise@juno.com]

I am platinum on Carnival. In October I went on the Disney Magic. It was a wonderful cruise. However, Carnival is still my favorite. If you have young kids, the characters and princess things are really great.

I thought the food was the same on both. I expected the Disney ship to be much more exciting, but it was average.

Did I have a good time? Absolutely. However, I'll stick with Carnival for the most part.

[thephantomsgirl]

I loved my three Disney cruises and I have one booked for Nov. 13.

I haven't done Carnival yet - but am going next month. I found I could get an extended AFT balcony for much less than an inside on Disney's Fantasy.

I know it's not going to be the same. But you know what - I think I shall just appreciate both for what they each have.

[DISNEY1975]

[quote=Tapi;36481034]Just like staying at the Grand Floridian will provide a much different experience than staying at the All-Star Resorts, various cruise lines will provide a vastly different experience as well.

AS you can tell by my name, Im also a HUGE fan of Disney. I totally agree with poster I am quoting. Its exactly like staying at the GF vs AS Resorts. Even down the the dining plan that comes at each resort during free dining.... Counter (Quick) service vs. table service.