Four day cruise, San Diego to Cabo and back - A trip worth taking
Written: Oct 31 '08
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Pros: Unbelievably friendly staff and crew.
Few lines once onboard, and even those moved quickly.
Cons: Embarkation was a disaster.
Ship announcements were garbled and no help at all.
Terrible shows.
The Bottom Line: If you are new to cruising and want to experience one without breaking the bank, this is a great first time. Do and see everything!
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| sandiegojohn's Full Review: Carnival Elation |
A recommended cruise for the money, though your good time is directly connected to (a) being onboard with a group of friends with shared interests, (b) a willingness to meet new friends while doing silly things, or (c) your inclination to nap the time away in your own cabin.
This is not a high end cruise. But it also comes at an affordable price, and you definitely get what you pay for. The experience boarding was horrible, but it was like night and day once on the ship. Friendly staff and crew, clean cabins and prompt service, convenient (and free) room service.
The shipboard announcements were usually impossible to hear, but the daily printed schedule filled in most of the gaps. The prime time shows were cheesy and horrid, and yes, I walked out of both of them before they were over.
The international staff on board were, without exception, friendly and helpful at every opportunity. (Of course, that was in stark contrast to the unhelpful, confused, and annoying staff that were supposed to get us on board smoothly.)
The port call in Cabo San Lucas was well promoted, conveniently scheudled, and efficiently managed. There were several affordable excursions plus the option to just walk about.
This is a good value, and with a few improvements, could be a fantastic cruise.
Recommended:
Yes
Best Suited For: Friends
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Member: John H
Location: San Diego, CA, USA
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