dramaqueenjan Posted July 16, 2013 #76 Share Posted July 16, 2013 lovin it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PathfinderEss Posted July 16, 2013 #77 Share Posted July 16, 2013 Great review, thanks.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alreadypacked Posted July 16, 2013 #78 Share Posted July 16, 2013 A BUG? You had a BUG in your dessert?? :eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek: My reaction exactly! What kind of bug? Something tiny like a gnat or fruit fly? Or something big and crawly like (gasp) a roach? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britbrie Posted July 16, 2013 Author #79 Share Posted July 16, 2013 My reaction exactly! What kind of bug? Something tiny like a gnat or fruit fly? Or something big and crawly like (gasp) a roach? It looked like a fruit fly. I freaked out hahah. I almost ate that piece of chocolate too!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alreadypacked Posted July 16, 2013 #80 Share Posted July 16, 2013 It looked like a fruit fly. I freaked out hahah. I almost ate that piece of chocolate too!!! Whew! Well, I'm relieved to hear that. I cannot stand bugs, but I accept that little flying things like gnats or fruit flies are hard to control and can fly into the cleanest establishment and get into food or drinks. It's not really an problem of cleanliness or lack thereof. I've worked in a restaurant before and dine out a lot. Living in South Florida, I can't tell you how many times I've ordered a glass of wine that a fruit fly dove into. Disgusting as bugs are, glad it wasn't anything worse. Ick!:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolphiness Posted July 17, 2013 #81 Share Posted July 17, 2013 We drove from Baton Rouge! You could do the drive the morning of, for sure. We just didn't want to be all tired from the drive and stuff. We also drive from about 45 min. south of Laff. and we ALWAYS leave the day before! You just never know what delays or unexpected things could happen to make you miss the ship! Just a little risky to me so we stay in a little town I was raised in (La Porte) which is only 30 min. from dock. and not as expen. as some in Galv. and a nice full breakfast! So we are rested and ready for the day!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephanieg Posted July 17, 2013 #82 Share Posted July 17, 2013 Just wanted to let you guys know that there is a wonderful group called the Galveston Carnival Cruisers with over 1000 members that can help answer all of your questions. Do a search and ask to join. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britbrie Posted July 18, 2013 Author #83 Share Posted July 18, 2013 We docked a little before 8 am in Roatan. (Of course I was still asleep... but my dad said that's what happened). After getting ready, we went and ate a quick breakfast at the lido deck. They had a selection of waffles, and pancakes with fruit toppings at the grill. On the inside of the buffet, they had an omelet station/typical breakfast fare. We headed down to deck 0 to get off the ship. The plan for the day was for mom and I to go shopping and take some pictures, while dad was going to go on a dive. Early morning, the Liberty was docking right in front of us: Here comes the part where I broke out my Canon 7D... sorry it's going to be a LOT of flower pictures... I just think they are super pretty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britbrie Posted July 18, 2013 Author #84 Share Posted July 18, 2013 They had this really cool central area that had a fountain, and a cool hand carved boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britbrie Posted July 18, 2013 Author #85 Share Posted July 18, 2013 The different stores they had were Cariloha, Effy Jewelers, International Diamonds, Piranha Joe's, some local vendor shops, and a drug store. After we did a little bit of shopping, we went to Fat Tuesday's to go grab a drink. I've lived in Louisiana my whole life, and have always grown up around Mardi Gras events/parades... so Fat Tuesday's was pretty lame to me. It was a nice little place to grab a quick drink and people watch, but not really a party scene. I grabbed a banana/strawberry daiquiri, while mom got a bud light. My daiquiri was very weak and came in a souvenir sport cup for $10. After drinking our drinks, mom and I decided to head back to the ship to grab some lunch. Once back on the ship, we stopped by the room to put our purchases down. A few minutes after hanging out in the room, a maintenance man walks in from the balcony... looks at us all stunned, and quickly exits the room. We were shocked!! This goes to show you guys to definitely lock your balcony doors and lock up valuables anytime you aren't in your room! After lunch, we went back to the room and got a load of laundry together. The washing machines and dryers worked pretty well on this ship... (it was $3.00 per machine). While waiting on the laundry, my dad came back from his dive. This was his second dive in Roatan, and both times they went to Anthony's Key. He said it is one of the most professional dives he has ever been on, and that the spot they take you is gorgeous. After about 45 minutes of instruction, they dove and went up to 40 ft down for about half an hour or so. They saw sea turtles, tons of fish and LOTS of coral. He definitely loved the dive, and recommends the excursion to any one looking to do a beginner dive. Around 5:50 pm, we watched the sail away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britbrie Posted July 18, 2013 Author #86 Share Posted July 18, 2013 After taking pictures and watching the sights for a little bit, it was time to head to dinner. (I forgot my point and shoot in the room so had to use my cell phone camera...) My dad had the shark for an appetizer: I tried the potato soup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britbrie Posted July 18, 2013 Author #87 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Flank steak: Veggie Enchiladas: Seafood Newburg style: This night, I did not feel so well (I was still getting over bronchitis)... so I went back to the room before dessert was served. Later on, my dad went and got me some chocolate cake from the lido buffet. Instead of going anywhere and watching the magic show, we watched the in-room movie and went to sleep. Up next:The Fourth of July! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxcent Posted July 18, 2013 #88 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Good Review Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Geegitz Posted July 18, 2013 #89 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Great review! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebigtony Posted August 9, 2013 #90 Share Posted August 9, 2013 Up next:The Fourth of July! What happened to the Fourth of July?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babsee101 Posted August 10, 2013 #91 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Looking forward to another chapter of your review! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4hunters Posted August 10, 2013 #92 Share Posted August 10, 2013 It's been a long time. Doubting she'll return... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
douglinc@msn.com Posted August 10, 2013 #93 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Great review & love your pictures. We will be back on the Magic 10-6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britbrie Posted August 16, 2013 Author #94 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Sorry it's been a while since my last post, I've been sooooo busy with work!! I'm def gonna try to post soon!!!!!!!! sorry!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floydfamily4 Posted September 12, 2013 #95 Share Posted September 12, 2013 We cruise on 12/1 and I am loving your report. More please!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinCarps Posted September 12, 2013 #96 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Come back...come back! ;) (I asked in my most pitiful, Kate Winslet impression.) Loving your trip report! We sail for the first time with Carnival on the Magic this Thanksgiving...can't wait! Hey, what are those lollipop/cherry looking things on your plate in the beginning of your trip report? Also, did the crew member who was out on your balcony not explain himself and why he was in there?!!!:eek: I mean, he might have stepped out for some fresh air, like maybe your room was the last he had to clean, make up beds, etc...?? Just wanted to let you guys know that there is a wonderful group called the Galveston Carnival Cruisers with over 1000 members that can help answer all of your questions. Do a search and ask to join. Where? Facebook? Cruise Critic? I have several questions! :D Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
platinum.wannabe Posted September 12, 2013 #97 Share Posted September 12, 2013 (edited) Fun review! Edited September 12, 2013 by platinum.wannabe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lady in tx Posted September 24, 2013 #98 Share Posted September 24, 2013 Sorry it's been a while since my last post, I've been sooooo busy with work!! I'm def gonna try to post soon!!!!!!!! sorry!! Come back pls. Really enjoyed reading the review. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinkbarbie Posted September 29, 2013 #99 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Going on the Carnival Magic in a few weeks. Hoping this review gets finished Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mitsugirly Posted September 29, 2013 #100 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Subscribing. Thanks for the review and the pictures. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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