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The $75 price is the first clue to look at the date of the OP's comments and realize this is outdated.

 

But let me venture on anyways, based upon the creative Chef's Table Dining Experience I enjoyed September 2017 on Miracle.

 

Having been in the culinary world in the past, I appreciated the thought and time that went into preparing a "top-notch" meal. Our chef was informative with each course, explaining the unusual techniques used to create dishes that were artistic masterpieces as well as tasty. At least in our group the emphasis for evaluating the meal was placed upon presentation and taste. Those two factors were enough to make the evening "top-notch"

 

There is a STRIKING CONTRAST between Chef's Table and MDR meals. In fact, I wondered if the team preparing the meal for the Chef's Table were flown in by helicopter just for that meal: there was NO EVIDENCE of their handiwork in the MDR, which consistantly disappointed with the meal offerings. In fairness on the 14 day cruise, there were good meals and the service by the wait staff and "above and beyond" attentiveness by the Maitre 'd was "top notch." However, there were enough fails to consistently disappoint some of us at our table of 10.

 

Chef's Table is a nice evening of good food and wine with a current cost of $85. I would do it again, and encourage others to try it at least once.

I just sailed 11/11/17 on the Carnival Sensation and our price was $75 pp, $172 for two with gratuity as quoted above.

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Qianabb we were there to the chefs table was amazing tried some things I hadn’t tried loved everything. we had a blast

 

 

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Hi [emoji1423]. It was really nice. I’m glad that you all enjoyed it too ! [emoji5]

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I've done the Chef's Table on several Princess ships and loved it each time. Never on Carnival, but considering it for our Med cruise on the Breeze next summer. Does anyone have any comments/observations on how Carnival's Chef's Table compares to Princess'.

Carnival is $75 plus 18% gratuity. It’s $172 for 2 people with tip.

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Our Chef’s Table experience on the Sensation was Sensational! It was about 3 hours long and worth it. The Chef met us and we toured the Galley. We had about 15 courses, endless wine, champagne and coffee if desired. We learned a lot about the inner workings of a ship and there was also a very good magician. We received group photos, the recipe for Chocolate Melting Cake and a complete listing of our tastings.

We had duck, caviar, Japanese Wohu(?) beef and so many other treats.

We treated it as an excursion and dressed up as a group for formal pictures.

It was pricey but worth the experience

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Sailing this Saturday Nov. 25th, just bought the premium WiFi internet package so I'll be posting from the ship as my children bought the cruise for our 34th wedding anniversary and want to be able to show them how much fun we are having and how appreciative we are.

 

YouTube videos of Amber Cove look incredible, can't wait to experience it!!!

This was the favorite of all the cruises that I have been on. Do the Chef’s Table as a treat. It was phenomenal!

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Magnet or a shot glass would be innocent enough

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I don’t know why they change but it will be credited to your onboard account. Ours changed for our 11/11 sailing, and me and my husband both had a credit of $9.05 each. Free drink ! [emoji5]☀️

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Absolutely worth it ! We learned so much about the ship and cruising while enjoying 14 or 15 fabulous courses and waaay too much wine!

Here are a few pics

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After Sailing update:

Amber Cove : There is a stand at the Port to stamp your passport for free.

Grand Turk: The little Post Office Stamps your passport for $2 each.

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If there is one for Sail Away, I didn’t retain it. But this is rest of the week.

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I don’t know about the hair dryer but I was able to bring my hair straightener. But it would not stay on plugged into the bathroom socket. It would only stay heated out at the big mirror. I assume that the bathroom didn’t have enough wattage???

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There were 2 in my cabin on my 11/11 sailing. I ordered a 12 pack as well so we had more than enough water.

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We just got off the 11/11 sailing. Give me a few days and I’ll post them

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We are doing the Chef's Table on our sailing that leaves tomorrow. I will report back... It sounds like it is going to be great !

Thanks for all of the great answers and information! [emoji5]

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Not sure what schedule you are looking at but the info I have on the Sensation is as follows:

11-2-17 4 Day Western

11-6-17 5 day Western

11-11-17 5 day Eastern

11-16-17 4 day Western

11-20-17 5 day Western

11-25-17 5 day Eastern

11-30-17 4 day Western

Someone on another thread said that they were on the 11/4 sailing of Sensation... I didnt look it up, I took their word for it... As I patiently wait for my cruise to commence, I was thinking about it last night.... But even if the Sensation doesnt have a 2 day break, I am sure some other ship does.... Again, just wondering what they do........

If they got t stamped in the Bahamas it was probably in Nassau. They used to do that in the little post office in the Welcome Center. But since they have been renovating it and all of the vendors are outside, I haven't checked to see if it is still there. I have never seen a place to do it at Grand Turk. Never been to Amber Cove, but like GT, it is a Carnival Corp. created port. EM

Thank you for your reply

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That seems odd to me also, that she is in port for 2 day?? Most of the time, the crew is VERY busy working to turn the pax and the ship around for their next sailing.... maybe some have 'nothing' to do, but I doubt that is the case with most cruise 'turn arounds'!

I’m hoping this means our cabins will be available as soon as we board. [emoji5][emoji5][emoji5]

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My question was more me wondering if the ship would just drift out beyond the port for a few days or if it is allowed to stay docked. Definitely relaxation is in order.. Thanks for the responses

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The Sensation leaves out again on 11/11 and I know that the Sensation's 11/4 sailing should have returned today. What does the Ship and the Crew do from Thursday until Saturday? I know that they cant sit in the Port for 2 days ( I dont think).... Just curious :).

I would do each transaction one at a time so that you can choose a different payment each time.

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Ok Great, it wouldn’t let me on either. Thanks for the update !

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When you first enter the Dufry shop -- and you won't have a chance to go anywhere else, since the pier empties right into the store -- ask the Turks & Caicos immigration person at the entrance if there's a way you can get your passport stamped.

I remember that years ago, someone on our Roll Call WAS able to get hers stamped, but I don't remember if they had a stamp at the security checkpoint or she had to go to Cockburn Town or the airport.

Thank you. I will look for it :)