Anyways, I have been on 2 cruises so far. Both were fantastic and both were more than I had expected. The first one was a 5 day cruise and the second was a 7 day. I honestly could have stayed probably for 3 more days. I love the relaxing fun that is to be had on the ships.
I have only been on Carnival ships and they have not ever disappointed me. The age range is great, from kids to 60 something with and average of 20's - 50's. Everyone I talked to were friendly and fun. The few friends I made on the ships are fabulous! These are resorts on the water with everything a person could need or want. Food is great, drinks to be indulged (they do not skimp on the alcohol) and entertainment is everywhere any time on these ships. Comedy, to headliners, with a casino, and many bars to have fun. There a many different areas for children as well. Fun for any age on these ships.
One of the places I ported to: Ocho Rios, Jamaica (first cruise)
This port I will say, is not my favorite. I am not going to lie and say it was beautiful and fabulous. I was told to not even get off the boat here by other cruisers but I did because I wanted to experience Jamaica. Getting harassed by the locals was the worst but once you learn how to ignore or deal with them it is not to bad. It is a cultural experience here and I would say do an excursion if you want to experience Ocho Rios. I have been told the resorts are great here but I have not been so I cannot say.
Now for port on second cruise: Montego Bay, Jamaica (second cruise)
This port actually is very nice. You will need to take the bus taxi's into town if you want to go to a beach or shop. It costs $5 each way and they stuff you in like sardines but it is not a big deal. The town was cool to wander around and shop. We went into a shop that was owned by some people from India and had been in Jamaica for over 20 years. She said her and her husband vacationed there and fell in love with Jamaica. They made the decision to move there and have a business. (see, talk to everyone you can on your trips, you get some great stories and meet some interesting people). I can say if I go on another cruise and we port here, I will get off the boat and explore again. I never felt scared or uncomfortable at any point. Oh and if you get in the water, I warn you, it is very salty and I mean very salty.
The next port I had on both cruises: Grand Caymans
The Caymans surprised me on how flat it was. Like Florida flat. It is a port that you have to be transferred on boats. Kind of interesting for your first time but piece of cake the next time. On my first cruise I did an excursion called Snuba and I loved it. It actually made me want to scuba dive. So, I am going to learn to scuba dive. The second time I wanted to go to Seven Mile Beach. It was beautiful there for the 20 minutes we were there. It poured buckets of rain on us and we decided to go back to port and shop. Then we decided to get back on the ship. Let me tell you, the Caymans are really nice but being on the ship with very few people on it was fabulous.
The next and last stop of the second cruise was: Cozumel, Mexico
This port has so much shopping, bars and food. It is beautiful with the colors. This was the best people watching here in the shopping areas. Here is where we did an excursion. The twister jet boats to Isla Passion. I recommend this excursion if you want to be at speeds up to 65 mph and have sharp 180 degree turns and get soaked. It was such a great ride. I would do it again. Oh and once you get to your destination it is all inclusive for food and drinks/alcohol. Then you get back on those jet boats to head back.
The sister boats at the Cozumel port.
For anyone who has not been on a cruise I suggest it highly. It is fun, relaxing and you only have to unpack once. Talk to your fellow cruisers and make new friends, don't be shy. Not to mention all the food you can eat as well as your room being taken care of twice a day. The alcohol is not included but hey your on vacation and your not driving so I say indulge.
You are waited on hand and foot with all the service that is at your finger tips. The crew are great people and fun to get to know as well. So go ahead plan your cruise and remember to just shut off the real world while on the ship, it is worth every moment of relaxation.
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