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A Good Time Had By all by
Sara V from Pittsburgh, PA Sailing date: Jan 2010Pros: Prices, Organization, Staff Cons: Older ship, very rocky I had a great time for a great price on this ship. The staff were extremely accomodating and friendly. Ship QualityThis is an older, smaller ship. However, it was extremely clean. This is not a good ship for people who tend to get sea sick as the trip was very rocky. Dining/FoodThe food was great! Stateroom QualityThe power actually went out in our stateroom because my cruisemate was using a hair dryer. I would recommend bringing a low wattage dryer to future travelers. Ship Staff QualityThe staff was great. Entertainment & ActivitiesThere was plenty to do on days at sea, along with in the evening and early morning. 0 out of 0 people found this review helpful.
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   Best Anniversary Ever! by
Kelly S from Phoenix, AZ Sailing date: Jan 2010Pros: I loved the shore excursions Cons: It was too short I loved the ship. The service was far better than any hotel or resturaunt I have attended. Everyone with the exception of a rare few really did a great job of caring for you and keeping you relaxed and happy. Ship QualityIt was a little smaller than I planned Dining/FoodThe food was so good. Stateroom QualityIt was cleaned more than twice a day. What hotel does that. Ship Staff Quality
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Interesting Cruise by
A Traveler from Fl Sailing date: Jan 2010Pros: Various number of different activities available Cons: Some cruiseship staff attitudes left much to be desired I'm fully aware that nothing is perfect. However, my initial contact with a member of staff left a bitter taste in my mouth. Yes, you have several different personalities to deal with when you have 2,000 plus passengers/guest on board. However, that simply can not excuse "knowing how to speak to people." Ship QualityIt was evident that this was an older ship. Dining/FoodOverall the Madi Gras dining room staff was pleasant. Stateroom Quality
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A wonderful Great Value cruise by
Peter A from USA Sailing date: Dec 2009Pros: The Fabulous service and the food Cons: Some of the entertainment This is the first cruise I've been on but I will certainly do it again. I have only good thing s to say about it and would highly recommend it. to anyone. See you next year. Ship Quality
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Ship Staff QualityYou should be very proud of your staff they are the best. Entertainment & Activitiesfor the most part good. The Karaoke could have been a little better. Most of the entertainers were very good. Children's Programs
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An Anniversary Retreat by
FL couple celebrating love from Ormond Beach, FL Sailing date: Dec 2009Pros: Diversity of activities This trip was an anniversary celebration for us. Although dense fog created boarding and debarkation delays, we can't say enough good things about Carnival's crew. They made us feel special. We loved the diversity of the programs offered. The shows were excellent. Our Mayan ruin tour was top notch; if only we could have had more time :( The warm chocolate melting cake served for dessert in the evenings was heavenly. The cruise director, Josh, was hilarious. The Behind the Fun tour was both informative and interesting. Thank you, Bernie. You're the BEST. We haven't cruised for 12 years. We definately won't wait as long to cruise again. Ship Quality
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My Very Best Vacation Ever by
Ruth W from Cordele, GA Sailing date: Dec 2009Pros: 24 hrs. 5 days - something to do all the time Cons: there were not cons I am 65 years old. This was my first cruise, but you made a "cruiser" out of me.The employees were fabulous, the shows were great, food was marvelous. What a way to have a vacation! Ship QualityThe ship was clean at all times. Sometimes, I detected an unpleasant odor. Dining/FoodWe ate in the Mardi Gras dining. What an experience. When can you go on vacation an eat a 5 course meal every night? Nothing was scrimped on here. Ship Staff Qualityour dining staff was the greatest. Entertainment & ActivitiesThe shows were great. Any kind of music you could imagine was available on the ship. 0 out of 0 people found this review helpful.
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Family Cruise - Carnival Inspiration by
A Traveler from Orlando, FL Sailing date: Nov 2009Pros: Stateroom was very clean, Entertainments Cons: food, Guest Service staffs, pool Ports of calls, Grand Cayman & Cozumel were great choice but there were not enough time to do a lot of things at local. It worked well that we decided what we wanted to do before we went.
We were so disappointed with Carnival cruise. Their quality of food & guest service staffs were not good to compare with other cruise lines. Ship QualityShip was clean. Dining/FoodThey most definitely need improvement for the taste. Or who likes buffet, and cafeteria food such as hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza and sandwich will be happy with this cruise. Their Sushi was horrible. They need more variety of great taste restaurants. Stateroom QualityIt was good size room with big closet and very clean. Ship Staff QualityStaffs at restaurants were good. Many of staffs in the ship were friendly but Guest service and Shore excursion desk staffs were not. They suppose to deliver some bottles of rum at the last night of cruise that we purchased in Grand Cayman but it has never happened. We called Guest Services to find them from 6am and ended up waiting in front of Guest Service desk till 10:00am. Yet, they couldnt find them and finally they just told us that they will refund us money without any sincere apology but with attitude. These bottles were souvenirs for our friends and now we have nothing to give. We wasted our time for nothing. Entertainment & ActivitiesTheir entertainment & activities were great & there were so many things to enjoy while we were in the ship. It could be better if I could exercise without paying any additional fees. 2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
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"When's the Next One" by
Val F. from Largo, FL Sailing date: Oct 2009Pros: The staff, service, food, entertainment, the staff, the food etc. everything. Cons: Seas were a little tippsy but that's Mother Nature, not Carnival This was our 6th time aboard the Inspiration. My hubby knows the ship well and is very comfortable there. The staff have always been tremendous! I work in the hospitality industry at a top of the line resort and I'd hire the people we were in contact with in a heartbeat! Not too large, so that you get lost all the time and plenty of things to do if you wish. Ship QualityI judge any public establishment by the washrooms - those on the Inspiration were always clean, sanitary and handicap accessible. None of those awful "scented things" in the bathrooms. Just a nice, naturally clean aroma. Dining/FoodI'm one of those fortunate people who is trying to "gain weight". I had so many options to choose from that I truely ate much more than I planned. Great choices, excellent preparation and pampered service made it all the better. Stateroom QualityI love those pillows. Not too big and very hugable. Going to order a couple online. Haven't had a balcony/suite yet, but looking forward to it. Very comfortable in our oceanview and lots of room. Ship Staff Quality"Above and Beyond" should be their motto. On 6 cruises (Inspiration) we've only met 1 person that I personally would not hire in a heartbeat. Superb service and attitude by all the staff. Entertainment & ActivitiesNeed to know something? Just ask ANYONE. If the server doesn't know (most likely will), then they'll find you a staff member who does. Children's ProgramsWe do not have young children, but have to comment here - 511 children under age 12 on our last cruise. Where were they??? The staff really kept them busy. Means they had a good time and so did their parents Nice. 1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Better than I expected! by
Michael E. from Marianna, FL Sailing date: Oct 2009Pros: Loved the waterworks! Cons: Seasickness!! I loved that the ship was clean. If I left my stateroom for and hour I could come back it would be clean. The crew members enjoyed their jobs and wanted to be of service whenever you needed them. If you go on this cruise ship expecting a huge pool don't, the ship is small so you cannot have an emormous pool, and the waterworks area was excellent, not a long wait for either slide. Ship Quality
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Children's ProgramsMy daughter actually wanted to go to camp carnival. 1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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5 stars to the Inspiration! by
Lori WD from Kalamazoo MI Sailing date: Oct 2009Pros: service, food & entertainment Cons: having my photo taken @ dinner Two friends & I just returned this wkend from a 5 day cruise & can NOT say enough good about the Inspiration! The ship was spotless, the staff went out of their way to cater to our every whim & the food was to die for. We ran into many "professional" cruisers who have cruised all lines to all ports & said this was, by far, their best experience. We even had someone at our table who has cruised 87 times & 68 of those on Carnival. She says the Inspiration is her favorite & she cruises it every couple of months. It was obvious other guests were having a great time because I didn't see one other passenger who wasn't smiling & meeting new people. The entertainment was on par with anything you'd find in any big city & the staff was so friendly that we often got to chat with them even when they weren't working. I am ready to book again & WILL! We are all well-rested & missing it already! Ship QualityEverything was very very clean & there was always someone visible who was shining, polishing or cleaning something! Staff were always willing to direct us if we became lost & maps were very clear & helpful Dining/FoodThe variety was amazing & the quality was mouth-watering. Staff went out of their way to meet our every desire & would remember our favorite choices each night to ask if that is what we wanted. One evening our waiter brought each person at our table one of EVERY dessert because we could not decide which to order. There is something for everyone...the hard part is choosing which one because all dishes we had were mouth-watering! Stateroom QualityThe beds were fabulous...we never woke once during the night & couldn't feel the other person moving at all. Our steward & the housekeeping staff worked the cleaning around our schedule & the room was always spotless! Ship Staff QualityThe staff were so friendly & I appreciated that they are permitted to speak to guests even when not working...we ran into staff on their breaks on the sundecks & such & they were so open & friendly. It felt like a big floating family all week! If we were lost, they would take us to where we needed to go rather than simply point to the general area. I never saw a staff member who didn't smile & give a greeting during the entire cruise! Entertainment & ActivitiesThere was something going on all the time & enough to please all tastes. Comedy shows were hilarious & dance reviews were exceptional. There is so much talent on board! No one could complain of being bored. I would encourage cruisers to get involved in as many options as possible because it was such a great way to meet people. Children's ProgramsI didn't have my kids with me this trip but cannot wait to take them aboard as I checked out all the kids' activities & the staff were eager to answer any questions I had. They were very friendly & the kids seemed to have a great time. Seemed to be something going on all the time. 7 out of 7 people found this review helpful.
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