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Not exactly true. And the insurance is underwritten by Nationwide TRIP CANCELLATION (*Cancellation Fee Waiver Program non-insurance feature provided by Carnival Cruise Line) In life, you never really know what may happen… but you can rely on the Vacation Protection trip cancellation. If you need to cancel for some of the most common reasons (severe weather, illness, etc.) you'll get 100% of the cost of your trip back, in cash. If you need to cancel for any reason not listed in the plan — any reason at all — you'll get 75% back in a Future Cruise Credit Certificate. vacation-protection-section2-desktop-mobile TRAVEL INSURANCE2 (Underwritten by Nationwide®) Sail through your vacation with less to worry about. Trip Interruption: Up to total Trip cost reimbursement if you must start your vacation late or need to come home early due to illness, injury and more. Baggage: Up to $1,500 if your stuff is lost, stolen or damaged, and up to $500 reimbursement if you have to buy necessary items while your bags are delayed 24+ hours Medical: Up to $10,000 if you get sick or injured on your vacation Emergency Evacuation: Up to $30,000 for emergency medical evacuation and repatriation (services provided by LiveTravel) vacation-protection-section3-desktop-mobile 24/7 WORLDWIDE TRAVEL ASSISTANCE (Non-insurance services provided by LiveTravel) Need help while you travel? Assistance is there for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week… anywhere in the world.

Hopefully it is a matter of getting the proper documentation from your doctor. We had to cancel once, the day before our cruise as DH had to have emergency surgery the day of embarkation. His surgeon was also going on a cruise the day after and he was extremely cooperative with the documentation and signatures we needed as he totally understood the situation. It still took a bit of time with the insurance company but we did get the reimbursement for everything that wasn't reimbursed by the cruise line (taxes, port fees, etc.)

Carnival's insurance includes cancel for ANY reason, so canceling for anything pre-existing is not an issue. They are light on the actual medical coverage though.

Actually for us older folks it's the best deal you can get price wise - very hard to beat since it doesn't take age into account, only price of cruise fare.

Been a long time since I've seen the "Capers" - thanks for the memories!

That's a long time to be on a ship with food that is only tolerable.

I had an aft wrap on Magic in November. On just one day I had some light soot. After that I made sure to check each day, but it didn't happen again.

While not steakhouse brunch, on the Mardi Gras seaday brunch they had some steakhouse options for an upcharge. I had the lobster benedict and still think about it, it was wonderful.

Wow, not what I pictured in my mind. Can't wait to see photos of your day.

I'm pretty sure it IS location. I was aft last time, and aft again this time so not expecting improvement. Thankfully I don't really need internet this time 🙂

Glad to hear you had an enjoyable time!! I agree, it's the humans. I was on the Magic a few months ago and it was one of my best cruises with my only complaint the WiFi. We are on Magic again the end of this month, looking forward to it.

So they got the whole taco.

It is WAY more crowded than it used to be. There was a time when it was a Fantasy Class ship for this port and a much different vibe. Things change.

It is pricing many of us out now. We used to pay under $200 for a cabana and it kept creeping up. We had thought about one of the villas for an upcoming cruise but it doesn't make sense anymore. We will miss them. Will start booking other ports instead of HMC just to avoid feeling the loss LOL.

Fellow Floridian here... laughing my butt off. We could use these guys

Thanks so much, really enjoyed this (and all your other) reviews. Can't wait for your next one. Safe trip home.

One of the things I really miss, the Taste Bar.

That's because hospice was involved. Pretty much same as when folks die in a nursing home.

You might be surprised, PVPs are usually on until pretty late at night.

I can't believe no one has mentioned the topless deck... if someone did I missed it, sorry!

Try both 😃

I had nothing but problems with internet on Magic... MG worked awesome

We like Rusty's at the port.

On my Iphone the only thing I've done is FaceTime - for the most part has worked well.

I recall it taking a week or two. Hope you see yours soon.