Ok i am going to the bahamas on a cruise .....?

Question

my mother is sending my husband and i on a cruise to nassua bahamas key west florida and jackson ville florida any body been there and could tell me what to expect we will be going on a carnival cruise could you tell me what i should expect to pack for this thank you !!

Answer 1

I have no clue but if you need help just tell me!

Tell me if I did good or not,tell me if you need anything else.

♥Kalicoral

Answer 2

I have been on many cruises but not on a Carnival ship.  But all cruise lines pretty much do the same things.  First, the standard cabin that most people get (inside/outside/balcony) is generally between 175 and 200 Square feet, about the size of a 9 by 12 ft home bedroom (balconies are about 45 to 55 sq ft). Suites and penthouses can be between 350 and 1300 square feet. Each cabin has a two beds which can be made into a queen, a bathroom with a shower stall, a closet and some drawer space, a TV and telephone, a safe for valuables, and a life jacket for each passenger.

When you arrive at the port to check in you (each passenger) will receive a key card which will serve as your room key, charge card for anything you buy on ship (i.e.,drinks, souvenir) and its also your pass to get on and off ship in each port. When you first board the ship the security personnel will have you insert your key card into a scanner and then will take a photo of you that is included in the magnetic strip on the card.  Each time you get off ship you will need this key card and many times also a photo ID (passport or driver's license). This card allows them to keep an accurate track of all passengers entering and/or leaving the ship.

The cruise card account that you set up will be used for everything that you purchase on board (souvenirs, alcoholic beverages, sodas, photos and tours) and at the end of your cruise you can also add your gratuities to the account.

Each day of your cruise you will receive in your cabin a "newsletter" listing the time, place and particulars of everything happening for you on ship. There are generally activities like demonstrations of ice carvings, napkin folding and towel folding, and cooking demonstrations.  There will be organized games and other activities around the pools. In the evenings there are generally shows, one show for those with an early dinner seating and another (same show) for those who eat late. There is always food available. Usually there is a place in ship where you can go get something. Or, you can always just pick up the phone in your cabin and order from the room service menu (food is free). If you want, you can order breakfast room service.

The ship will have a casino with slots and table games.  You can also see movies in your room. They have ATM’s and a purser’s desk where you can cash a check or exchange currency if you need to.  There is a tour and activities desk so you can schedule land tours and activities.  There will be free morning exercise programs, stretching and walking, etc, and on some you can pay for other things like Spinning.   There will be a gym so you can go workout, usually any time from 6:00 AM to late at night. There is a walking/running track on one of the decks also. Some ships leave the gym open all night. They call the gyms Spa because they do promote getting pampered with things like wraps and massages with aroma therapy. They will also generally have a beauty salon to do hair and nails.

There are always pools. Some ships have more than one and the newer ships generally have an indoor pool as well as outdoor ones and all of these have hot tubs. There is generally a basketball court on the top deck, a place for scuffle board, and a mini-golf course. There are places on ships to play cards and board games, and the cards and games are provided. If you want to just sit and read, there’s a library where you can bring your books or select one from the shelf.  Ships have internet cafes and some offer WIFI if you bring your prefer to use your computer in your cabin (some ships offer notebooks for rent).  There are cocktail lounges that feature a variety of music.  Some have a piano bar with jazz. There is usually a disco that starts after 10:00 PM each night and last until everyone leave.  On certain days ships will have special activities like a chocolate lovers buffet, or a midnight deck party .

The dress on ship is casual all day until 6:00PM. So take swim wear, shorts, sandals, beach shoes, your snorkel equipment if you have it, sun glasses and sun screen, lotions, a cap or big hat for the sun, a book if you are a reader, your music player, sneakers and clothes to workout in if you like to use the gym, your camera, and other personal toiletries.

After 6:00 PM they request that you wear "sports casual" attire. That's attire that you would expect a person to wear in a business office, shirt with a collar, slacks, skirt, blouse, etc. You can still wear shorts and swim wear in the pools and spas but not in public areas like dining rooms and restaurants, show rooms, bars, casino, etc. Most 7-day cruises have two formal nights when you can wear your best stuff and get pictures taken, and maybe meet the ship’s Captain. The formal nights are REQUESTED not required attire. But most people do dress up in a tux for men and a long dress (any color) for women. Some men just wear a suit and tie and some women wear a nice dress but not a gown. You will not be denied access to the dining room or anything else if you choose not to dress up. (we usually take off the formal stuff after dinner and pictures anyway).

Its best to pack using soft-sided luggage because with space limited in your cabin it fits under the beds better if its not hard sided luggage. Take a small carry-on bag for the last night of the cruise. On the last evening you will be required to put your luggage outside your cabin by about 2:00 AM so that they can start taking it down to the lower deck for offloading the next morning. So you will need a small bag for your toiletries and and your clothes that you sleep in.

The main things you will be offered on tours or on your own is beach time and beach related activities.  Review the listing of tours offered on your cruise and decide whether you want to pay for a tour or go on your own.  On most Caribbean islands you can get a taxi or tour in port for much less than the cruise ship tours.   HOWEVER, the one big advantage of going on ship sponsored tours is THE SHIP WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU if your ship sponsored tour is late getting back to the ship.  If you will be in a port for 12 to 16 hours you are probably safe to go on your own for most anything.  But if you are only there for six to eight hours you may want to stay close to the ship or go on the ship tours.

Enjoy your cruise;  I know I always do!!

Answer 3

go to the carnival cruiseline website, most of the timethey will tell you everythig you need to know. I hope this helped, i will be going on a cruise in about a year, on the royal caribbean cruiseline. I hope you have a great time.

Answer 4

You will be on the Celebration, which is one of the oldest ships Carnival has.  It is smaller than most, holding about 1400 guests.  This means simply that you will deal with less people.  A lot of people like the small ships better.

In Nassau do not get taken in at the port.  When you debark, you will be swarmed by people wanting to take you on a tour, and braid your hair.  Do not get taken in by them.  My first time in Nassau, I paid $100 for a tour for four of us, only to find out I could walk to all the sites, except the Atlantis.  There is a water taxi to go there that is a lot cheaper.  Do not miss the Atlantis.  It is best part of the whole island.  Fort Fincastle also offers an great view of the pier that is good for pics.  

The food on the ship will be excellent.  I have never had any problems with their service.  The wait staff is very attentive.  When I have called the purser's desk to report problems, they had someone at my room right away.  We really liked the shows, and the entertainment staff is first rate.  Best advice is beware of the Lido deck when you first board.  It is easy to indulge too much.  We always have all of our meals in the dining room.  We are there for the service.  I could go to Golden Corrall anytime I wanted.  We like to be waited on.  And they will do this.  After the second night, I do not have to ask for my espresso anymore.  They just bring it.  Same at breakfast and lunch.  The only thing I get at the Lido deck is the occasional pizza, reuben, and we go there for our drinks.