Carnival Cruise Line

Founded by cruise visionary Ted Arison in 1972, Carnival Cruise Lines had a very rocky start when its first ship, the former ocean liner Mardi Gras, ran aground off Miami on its maiden voyage. And while the competitors made fun of Arison by offering "Mardi Gras on the Rock" drinks aboard their ships, Carnival added two more former liners to its fleet. In 1981 the company's first newbuild, Tropicale, entered service, which was the beginning of a story of a tremendous and unparalleled success: from 1981 to late 2001, Carnival put into service 18 new ships, with five more on order until 2004. Today the world's largest cruise line, Carnival offers the well-known and extremely popular "Fun Ship" concept with colorful interiors and non-stop action around the clock.

• Michelle  Carnival Paradise  Western Caribbean

  This was my very first cruise. I had the time of my life. 5 days was not long enough! Good food was there, so was the bad, you just had to try a little of everything so you would know what you... read more

  1 users found this review helpful.
• Jeff  Carnival Destiny  Carribean

  We cruised on the Destiny to Nassau, Bahamas and Ocho Rios, Jamaica in January 2012. This was our first cruise and we had a wonderful time. Friends who have become veteran cruisers told us they... read more

  2 users found this review helpful.
• Cynthia  Carnival Ecstasy  Bahama's Key West

  The food was decent but plentiful. Was not impressed with the dining room staff/waiter, he could get our order straight, constantly serving us the wrong meal. We really didn't participate... read more

  3 users found this review helpful.
• Robert Williams  Carnival Elation  cozumel and progreso

  We went on this cruise for our 38th anniversary. The waiters , cabin steward and everyone who worked on the cruise were so nice to us. They wanted to help us every way they could. We had a great... read more

  3 users found this review helpful.
• Sharon F  Carnival Imagination  Nassau

  Overall we were happy with our trip a cruise is what you make of it, and glad we have given cruising and Carnival a try. If you are someone who likes to party, is overly sociable and likes crowds... read more

  4 users found this review helpful.
• David Ma  Carnival Pride  Bahamas

  This is our second cruise, the first one was with NWL. Our feeling for the trip is becoming better and better, the ship didn't give us a good first impression since it's not new as our first ship.... read more

  5 users found this review helpful.
• Iris  Carnival Triumph  Western Caribbean

  Some elements of the cruise just seemed uniformly bad to us, especially the food and the shows. We found ourselves wondering "Does anyone really enjoy these?" Apparently, given the several... read more

  2 users found this review helpful.
• beachgirlinms  Carnival Elation  cozumel

  My first and possible last. The ship was at full capacity with 800 kids onboard. The ship is small with only one tiny pool, and it wasn't even heated for winter. The entertainment was terrible, and... read more

  11 users found this review helpful.
• Anne  Carnival Triumph  Western Caribbean

  Review of Carnival Triumph Western Caribbean, Sail Date 12/29/11. Accommodations: we had a balcony room, 7th deck, starboard side. It was very spacious, and definitely exceeded our... read more

  18 users found this review helpful.
• Michael Tybroski  Carnival Freedom   eastern carribean

  We felt this cruise was definitely not worth the money paid. We paid premium prices for a Christmas cruise & Christmas was pretty much ignored. The ship felt very crowded, the pool areas were very... read more

  4 users found this review helpful.
• eric   Carnival Splendor  Mexico

  Ship was so packed,3465 passengers, you stood in lines for everything. Food was real bad at lunch, but dinner a little better. One night we waited an hour to eat. So crowded the help would not make... read more

  2 users found this review helpful.
• Marie  Carnival Pride  Bahamas

  Long story short we booked on Pride out of Baltimore because we could cruise without flying and it was a short drive. It was a big mistake before boarding it we felt like we were in jail. Sitting... read more

  4 users found this review helpful.
• Mitch  Carnival Triumph  Western Caribbean

  Overall, this was my first cruise and it will be my last, at least with Carnival. The food was not bad, but certainly nothing special. I have better meals on a daily basis. The pricing on... read more

• Pat Allen  Carnival Magic  Western Caribbean

  This was my first cruise however there were 12 adults and 5 kids on our group and collectively the adults have taken over 30 cruises. The ship is big and beautiful but Carnival has not figured out... read more

  12 users found this review helpful.
• Doug  Carnival Liberty  Western Caribbean

  Carnival needs to be investigated. They have poor business practices and the casino games are fixed. Someone needs to see what oversight the cruise lines have at the casino's? Who can you go to... read more

  8 users found this review helpful.
• Christa  Carnival Pride  Bahamas

  This was my first cruise and I wouldn't do another cruise again. This is mainly because I was lightheaded for most of the trip. Overall the pride is in need of some updating but since we booked... read more

  4 users found this review helpful.
• Norman Smith  Carnival Paradise  Cozumel and Grand Cayman

  Good embarkation and great debarkation. Lunch served when you board. Breakfast while you wait to debark. Debarkation excellent with valet now bringing cars to terminal so you don't have to lug... read more

  8 users found this review helpful.
• Ofterdinger  Carnival Splendor  Mexicain Riviera

  My first and maybe my last cruise. We wanted to see the whales, that's why we went on this cruise. The food was ok not bad but most time the food was almost cold. The food was especially... read more

• Michelle Wenzel  Carnival Dream  Eastern Caribbean

  This was our first and will be our last cruise. The overall experience of cruising is not our vacation cup of tea. Our 16 year old, 13 year old, and 6 year old did have a good time. . .thus my... read more

  5 users found this review helpful.
• Palmer Cottrell  Carnival Legend  tampa grand cayman cozumel belize city roatan

  Disapointing to say the least. Service was poor, ship was very crouded, Service in common areas non existant, Only two show for entire week. Comedy shows lasted 15 to 20 minutes after long lines.... read more

  7 users found this review helpful.
• Carla   Carnival Pride  Bahamas

  My fiancee and I just returned 12/11/2011 from a cruise onboard Carnival Pride. I was very disappointed in this cruise experience. The Carnival Pride is very old and is in serious need of updating... read more

  11 users found this review helpful.
• George Taylor  Carnival Dream  Eastern Caribbean

  This was my 15th Cruise, 7th with Carnival. Ship is very nice. Cabins are very comfortable. Plenty of activities and action onboard. Serenity (adults only) area is very nice. Good luck getting a... read more

  8 users found this review helpful.
• Carol McVay  Carnival Magic  western Caribbean

  This was our first Carnival cruise. The allure of a big new ship sailing from Galveston won us over. We decided to give Carnival a try. Overall, based on my pre-mind set on Carnival, I was... read more

  17 users found this review helpful.
• Mary  Carnival Legend  Fun

  I was very dissappointed in this cruise. I was so excited there were 17 of us. We had 4 young adults with, ranging from ages 16 to 21. These kids were so dissappointed there was nothing for all... read more

  3 users found this review helpful.
• jeff shokes  Carnival Freedom   Key West caymans jamacia

  The overall experience was not as we had expected. This was the third carnival cruise. The food was less than par and seemed to be often if not always warmed over in the dining rooms. The room... read more

  3 users found this review helpful.