KARTI1955

I am very surprised. I used Cortrans and was beyond impressed. Jaimie was great!

Go to insuremytrip.com. There's lots of plans to choose from. We use TravelGuard and never had and trouble with them. Never used Carnival, and we read enough reviews on CC to not want to purchase travel insurance from them.

Agree about TravelGuard. Very reasonable prices and many coverage options.

I will be on the Conquest but not getting back until December 20th. Would that allow enough time?

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I have to stay connected to work also - ugh. The internet package and speed are very good on Carnival. I think it even supports SKYPE if that is an option for you.

My boss and I text - that seems to work pretty well but there are times when I will just totally lose my signal :rolleyes:

I don't have an IPhone - android though. Can you set your phone to only accept calls from numbers that you select? I am sure someone more tech savvy than I am can give you a better answer as far as the IPhone goes.

It's a pain having to work on vacation but some of us just can't avoid it.

How long has it been since you sailed Carnival? Our first was September of 2011 (we have since completed 10 cruises) and we have never had to take the life jacket to mustard.

Right. Haven't had to take life jacket in years. I understand that it is because people were not securing the straps causing others to trip over them on the mad post muster dash.

This may be the first time in all my years on CC, there were 28 posts in a thread an everyone was in full agreement. Hip Hip Hoorah..... I'm so happy to have this 'agreeable' experience. :)

 

Don't jinx it :D I see nothing rude at all. I cruise solo quite a bit and I would not expect to be asked to join my tablemates after dinner.

The pool itself and the direct area around it, yes it was. The pizza and ice cream is also located to each side of the aft deck so there were occasionally kids in that area, but there were none in the pool chairs or pool/hot tubs. We also spent our time there while docked in Nassau, so it was relatively quiet anyway, and tons of chairs by the pool available.

Thanks!

I remember something similar-sounding my older sister used in the late 60s, called UNCURL. It was horrible. (I think they even had a commercial featuring the Girl from U.N.C.U.R.L (some of you may know what that is ...!)

 

I have very thick curly hair that does get frizzy with humidity. It's gotten curlier as I've gotten older. Whoa, it's really curly now! ;)

 

After I had my third child, I decided to just Embrace the Curl ... it's much easier and less time-consuming than trying to fight it! I just use a light mousse, finger curl, and go ...

OMG I remember this product!! LOL!

Thanks for posting the review. Sounds like you all had a lot of fun! Can't wait til Dec 12th to sail.

How did you find the aft pool? Is it truly adults only?

That is correct, less than 15 min stroll.

Thanks! Lot's of good info here. Appreciate it!

Yes, the dogs are still there. ...it was hilarious watching Topher digging like there was no tomorrow.

Thanks for the review. I have 30 days to go until the Conquest!

We want to go to Jack's also. When you come off the pier, do you just head left and walk down the beach?

TIA.

There is shampoo and body wash in the shower. Little bars of soap also. No conditioner so make sure to pack some.

I like the shampoo and body wash. Some people don't. If you have a particular shampoo that you like, you may want to bring that as well.

The cabana cost isn't "Per person"...it's for "up to" however many it holds...you may invite anyone you choose...and they may go with you!

That is not what OP meant. They are talking about tender priority with FTTF.

Yes you will all be able to go together. You may want to check in with Guest Services to see if they will help you with getting to the tender area a little easier. The special GS line for FTTF does come in handy.

Have a great time!

Glad to hear that you worked everything out. The Breeze spa is fantastic! Have a wonderful time.

Let me try to attach the link again - sorry!

http://www.carnival.com/~/media/CCLUS/Images/pdf/carnival-ship-approved-smoking-areas-pdf.ashx

This shows the smoking areas for all ships.

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?p=47757467#post47757467

Hopefully I did this right and this will be the link to all ship smoking areas.

You can buy packs at the bars and cartons in the gift shop.

I find some interior areas a bit on the cold side due to the AC. I pack a wrap and or sweater just in case.

Have a blast! Don't limit yourself to just the pit boss, make sure that you find the casino host(s) and introduce yourself - don't be shy about it either. The hosts on Carnival are just great and really know how to take care of you. Win big! :)

Target has the small 3oz travel size also. I had one leak but luckily it was in a ziplock. However, now I take off the spray lid, place a small piece of saran wrap over the opening and put the sprayer back on. No leaks. I do this with all liquids with a cap now.

Just love this! Thanks for the smile :D

Even if you don't encounter a delay, just the sheer exhaustion is enough to ruin the first day of your cruise. Usually fly in the day before but I had no choice but to fly in the day of my last one. Of course my flight left at 6:45 AM. I was a nervous wreck the whole flight and was just beat by the time I boarded. Not worth it. I will never do that again.

Check out booking one way flights on different airlines. Sometimes it works out a little better price wise.

Thank you :) I am leaving tomorrow on the Carnival Imagination with my daughter who is adamant about adding her own cash to her S&S account! Since I don't want to lose out on my Carnival M/C points, I planned on closing it out for her at the end, get my points and give her a framed pic from the cruise and her money under her pillow the night we get back :)

That's awesome! Yes, you can do that. Have a great time!

The Casino offers are great!

The cocktail party is cruise casual. Nothing fancy. They will serve cocktails and appetizers. Probably a few prizes given out.

The gifts vary and are plentiful! Last time we received coffee mugs, water bottles, beach towels, cookies, and more. You should have a "Drinks on Us" card in your cabin when you arrive.

There are special drawings in the casino just for those with Casino offer. Lots of cash given out and a free cruise.

Make sure that you introduce yourself to the casino hosts. They will take good care of you.

Also, check out the Carnival Board. Tons of specific info there. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=215

Have a great time!