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03-01-2024 09:53 PM
I've been invited to join a friend on the Carnival Paradise.
I only have heard "nightmare" stories about Carnival cruises and reviews aren't that great.
I usually cruise on Royal Caribbean but have not been in a few years. ( I have cruise scheduled on Allure of the Seas.)
Before I commit to this cruise I'd like some true opinions and feedback.
Thank you!
03-01-2024 10:13 PM - edited 03-12-2024 07:40 AM
I don't know when you are planning to go but The CDC said there have already been 13 cruise ships reporting norovirus outbreaks this year with hundreds being affected. These are higher outbreaks than a decade ago.
It sounds like maybe not such a great time to take a cruise?
03-01-2024 10:22 PM
June on Royal Caribbean
September is when my friend asked me to go on Carnival.
Thank you for your concern and the info.
03-01-2024 10:51 PM
@homedecor1. How about reviews on Cruise Critic?
03-01-2024 11:12 PM
That's where I read the poor reviews. Looking for "honest" reviews here. I don't always think those reviews are the best on those sites since mostly they are "complaints".
03-02-2024 02:32 AM
We have taken 2 Carnival cruises--not on the Paradise and had no problems but this was years ago. I do remember the food as being very good. However, is the Paradise one of those mega ships with 4,000+ passengers?? Would never, ever go on one of those. We are 4 star cruisers with Holland America and their ships are getting bigger too. We have been on more than 20 cruises but our cruising days are over for several reasons.
03-02-2024 08:59 AM
Taking a cruise is one thing that I've never wanted to do!
I worry too much about rogue waves and diseases.
03-02-2024 11:02 AM
@homedecor1 It depends on a number of things. How long is the cruise? Shorter cruises seem to be a more younger and party-oriented crowd.....think bachlor/batchlorette parties. Also, if you are going during a school break there are lots of unruly kids.
From what I read, the ship was built in 1996 so it's an older ship.
We have cruised Carnival exclusively since it's the closest port (Charleston) and, admittedly, the food is not always great, but I can always find something.
Norovirus - handwashing imperative. Really curious on what you decide.
03-02-2024 11:51 AM
I don't get them. Why would you go on vacation with 10,000 others? Never been on one. When I go on a vacation, I want a flight over to a nice hotel, ocean front and the ability to stay how long you want to.
03-02-2024 12:35 PM
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