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19 minutes ago, DallasGuy75219 said:

Exactly. Even if it was/is pandemic related at some point, Carnival is never going to go back to the way it was if they can make the short-staffing work by overworking the crew even more and attracting new guests with lower expectations and/or who don't know what they're missing.

Short Staff.....

9 minutes ago, sparks1093 said:

ROFL.

Bored staff.....

If they cut the salmon im done....

5 hours ago, sparks1093 said:

That, again, seems to be a staffing issue. They are limited by who applies for the job and the better performers may be signing on with other ships or maybe they've decided to wait to return until COVID is truly in hand (similar to what a lot of cruisers are doing). I do understand the frustration with the long lines and I hate lines as much as anyone but until things return to normal (whatever that is going to look like going forward) and as long as I'm seeing the same issue on other cruise line forums I'm going to think that this is all pandemic related and not specifically Carnival. (I do know that we had very good performers on Legend both in November and February and no noticeable lines so this is also something that could 

Its pretty slow, i get free service on the islands and mexico so i can wait for ports myself. Just wish they had more reg tv  channels . Like bbc hln ect. 

Oh and entertainment seems to have been part of the cuts , the piano guy is horrid. Im sorry the band is poor also.  I guess some will find out. In time. 

21 hours ago, mz-s said:

 

I didn't complain about the Freedom because that was during the initial restart when the ships were like 60% full. The population of that cruise simply did not need the entire buffet area open so that made sense. But that was a year ago. The ships are full and the buffets need to be able to accommodate a full complement of guests, especially as Carnival has cut hours and removed included options elsewhere.

Ppl are cheerleaders and they want to poo poo it.  These lines are not like before covid. Some wont get it . 

Lol at those saying its fine. Smh. 

48 minutes ago, TerryNJon said:

We did NCL last year. Food in MDR was on par with Carnival, specialty restaurants were great. Entertainment was far better than Carnival. Much more laid back than Carnival. We did Alaska, so maybe that’s why it felt more casual.  Would definitely cruise with them again.

Must be location because you cant go more casual then carnival swim suit in mdr .  Lol 

53 minutes ago, sparks1093 said:

There may be a slight difference, but Royal is not the "all that" that the Royal Loyal's think it is. Royal is a little better than Carnival but it's not worth the fare difference that I've seen between the two (and yes, there can be deals to be had at specific times but I'm talking about those times that I've actually been looking to book a cruise. I generally price several cruise lines and the lowest fare typically wins.

You are right about that, it isnt all that or worth some price differences. But it does attract a slightly diff client. 

Many are posting about times. Im trying to convey ,no matter your timings ,very long lines seems the theme of changes, and i have seen plenty of staff and staff hanging around. The stations are fewer.

Good question went out of texas and big uproar on ppl charged for drinks the first day.  Casino vip drinks started 30 min after casino opened which is 13miles away from shore. 

Royal is a good mix imo of fun/relaxing. Entertainment is better as well. Food is about the same.   Norweigan imo just keeps missing the mark of what it is trying to be.  

21 hours ago, d12j28 said:

I can agree that Carnival has had a few "cutbacks" since Covid, but the lines at the buffet have always (way before Covid) been long between 9 - 10 a.m. Same with Pizza at about 11 p.m. 

I was on this ship 8 months ago and had no issues as far as lines go.

Also blocked elevators have been an issue this time , disembarking and at 10am still backed up badly.    

Certainly there have been some changes since last time i was on the breeze

10 minutes ago, thunderingherd11 said:

Whats frustrating to me is the use of the word cutback.  I work in a business.  It is our job to always look at doing things better and saving money where money can be saved.  Sometimes it isn't a cutback, its a change.  Yes, I like pizza late, but my guess is that the usage during some of these hours is not worth the extra cost.  That is good business.  A lot of people complain about things they never use.  Carnival knows who and how many use these things.  I think its crazy that they charge for room service.  And then I realize, that in 9 cruises, I have never ordered room service.  And the room service cutback started way before the pandemic.  They actually enhanced it during the return from the pandemic.  

I would consider long lines thst no customer likes due to closing station early or not opening as many as before a cutback.

9 minutes ago, sparks1093 said:

Which has been an observation about CCL since we started sailing with them 10 years ago. 

Correct, but it had gotten better and attracted others from other lines over the years , such as myself. So im saying it seems like its going back to that and not trying to capture clients from other lines. 

1 minute ago, VictorWI said:

Looking forward to my time on the Breeze over Halloween. We paid $100pp so I won't complain.

Its not complianing so much as  noticable cut backs. That low price will attract a different client and also lower quality /exp.   Now if someone is a first timer they may not notice these changes. Though long lines im sure everyone is noticing. 

Still having a good time. 

10 minutes ago, sparks1093 said:

That could be, only time will tell. But as has been pointed out all cruise lines are experiencing similar problems with each cruise line making different decisions on how to deal with it. I wouldn't read too much into a canned email.

It could be also connected to letting unvaxx onboard but yes lower brow clients are noticable. 

21 hours ago, Schoifmom said:

In your room you will find (usually on the wall near the phone) a QR code.  This is for the room service menu where you will see that there are still no charge items (at least until the beginning of October).  The "free" items do not appear in the HUB app.

 

Are they out of ice cream?  They have not discontinued it.

Ill check that out. But i dont use it.  Thx. No ice cream served at lunch at all. Not even first day. I assume a cut back.   Only the frozen yogurt machines are there in buffet area. 

On 9/12/2022 at 3:28 PM, ober134 said:

I  believe hammocks are prohibited

I personally prefer inside, quieter. No big families around me , and total darkness at night.  Only down side is i have an issue some front desk staff will look down at you as if you cant offered the extra $30 for an oceanview. Lol 

3 minutes ago, pc_load_letter said:

 

10am? Get to breakfast earlier. Easy fix.

So i taylor it around their times? Btw still long lines i had breakfast yesterday at 9am 

1 minute ago, mz-s said:

 

Right now it seems that Carnival's strategy is to replace their seasoned customers that leave with a new less refined clientele. That's why the email I got for my cruise next week reminded me that marijuana is not allowed, teenagers have a 1AM curfew, and fighting will result in being banned from future cruises.

Yes i noticed that. Clientele is declining. Shame they were getting ppl from other lines to come and now it seems going backwards.  I may go back to Royal next year if this keeps up. 

Day 4 still huge lines. They keep more stations closed and open ones they close sooner. This was 10am. And the line was longer then this. 

19 hours ago, mz-s said:

Frankly I don't understand how it's seen as unsanitary to fill your own cup at the water station. Do people think possible germs migrate upstream and infect the dispenser?

Some touch the tap with cups they drank out of. 

I forgot to mention 2 free movie channels still there ,someone i remember was asking.