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A Traveler from Naples, FL Sailing date: Feb 2012Pros: The singers and dancers Cons: can't think of anything Carnival Freedom was a clean, well set up ship. Our cabin was great. The larger shower and counter and sink were great. There was plenty to do with lots of variety. We particularly enjoyed the singers and dancers. The New Orleans show (Big Easy) and the Beatles show were the best we have seen. The talent was great, the sets were fantastic and the musicians were terrific. Thanks for a good cruise. Ship Quality
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Entertainment & ActivitiesThe singers and dancers wee particularly great. We loved the shows. 2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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   Wonderful: Carnival Freedom by
Julie J from West Palm Beach,FL Sailing date: Sep 2011Pros: The food and activities, AND the people We have been on Royal Caribbean before, but Carnival was so much more fun! More activities, friendlier people. It was just so much more enjoyable! Ship Quality
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Stateroom QualityWe had a interior room on the 8th deck but the room was a good size. There were so many activities we didn't stay in much and when we did, it was still relaxing. Ship Staff QualityOnly bad encounter was a worker at the midnight buffet that was rude when a few other people were getting on the line Entertainment & Activities
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Key West, FloridaDon't Miss: Parasailing George Town, Grand CaymanIF you've never been before the tours are great.
Ocho Rios, JamaicaWe were harrassed by the shop keepers at Dunn's River falls, they were very rude! But the fall's themselves were great
Don't Miss: if I ever visit Jamaica again, I won't take a cruise and I'll go to the other end of the island where the people are not so aggressive. 2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Indeed a wonderful cruise by
Rachel r from Ny ny Sailing date: Aug 2011Pros: Everything Cons: The buffet closed too fast, and no buffet at night exept for pizza The cruise was great, everything was so well done, the shows, the food , the customer service, the people were very enthusiastic to mask the guesst happy! which made everybody happy. Everything was again well organized (thank you the cruise director)
The ports of choice were great, we just needed more time, and more choices of food at the buffet at night .
Our waiter Mark was extremely nice and helpful, great service. Great experience!! Thank you. Ship Quality
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George Town, Grand CaymanIt was beautiful, great beaches, again we needed more time off ship, also the excursion was packed we couldn't get on the one we wanted
Ocho Rios, JamaicaDun's river. Falls is a must!, skyexplorer and bobsled was great
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Perfect Vacation by
Mike E from New Jersey Sailing date: Jul 2011Pros: Clean, efficient, good food, excellent service, nice ship Cons: Too many extras for sale Perfect vacation. Went with my family and my brothers family. We had cruised in the past with another line (NCL) and Carnival was outstanding. The entire ship was very clean and well organized. Service was great. Every time we returned to the rooms, the beds were made, new towels were there and the bathrooms were cleaned. Food was very good and as is usually the case, I gained a few pounds. Everyone seemed to find fun activities and always had things to do. Only thing I did not care for was the push for the extras (spa treatments, liquor, photos, etc.). Some might appreciate those things but I just found them in the way. Ship QualityClean and well organized. Always someone cleaning and straigtening up. Dining/FoodExcellent food and the staff went out of their way to satisfy. Stateroom QualityNot very large rooms but well laid out and effective. Slept very well and generally found the room comfortable. Ship Staff QualityOutstanding. Entertainment & ActivitiesMany things to do and the shows were good. Children's ProgramsSomething for every age group. My kids had a great time. Some of that was simply being able to roam the ship with new friends.
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Key West, FloridaSnorkel trip was well run. Enjoyed it.
George Town, Grand CaymanBeautiful beaches and water. A must see for beach lovers.
Don't Miss: 7 mile Beach Ocho Rios, JamaicaToo many locals turn on the sales pressure for anything from taxis to souveniers. Felt like running the gauntlet with the locals lined up to pressure you. Would not return here.
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Super cruise by
A Traveler from Cedar Falls, IA Sailing date: Jul 2011Pros: Great food, rooms, and service Cons: Carnival is changing their smoking policy, which is great! However, just avoid that side of the ship for now if you are a non-smoker. The Carnival Freedom ship was extremely clean and not crowded. This was despite a sold-out ship!!! The amount of things to do on the ship was excellent and the staff was extremely efficient. Since this was our first cruise, we were a bit apprehensive about the entire experience -- but Carnival does it right! Their customer service is excellent -- the rooms were cleaned twice a day and the food was impressive (especially the evening dinners -- do not miss one of them)!!! Ship QualityThe ship size is great -- it can be difficult to learn the layout, but once you have it mastered it is easy to navigate. Dining/Food
Stateroom QualityWe had an interior state room and it was very spacious. Ship Staff QualityThe staff was always willing to assist and they were extremely efficient Entertainment & Activities
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Key West, FloridaWe toured the Hemingway museum, which was interesting -- especially the cats!
Don't Miss: The Heminway Museum George Town, Grand CaymanWe rented a car at a local office near the port (check at the visitor's center when you arrive). We bargained for a car because they were expensive. We drove to Rum Point and it was very beautiful and less crowded that the tourist areas. Skip the Botanical Garden -- was not as interested or beautiful (a work still in process).
Don't Miss: Rum Point Ocho Rios, JamaicaThe stay was too short but we did enjoy Dunns River Falls. The Orbitz excursion was great!! We are in our 50's with teenagers and we managed the falls quite easily. Just walk slowly (the water is extremely clear) and bring water shoes along!
Don't Miss: Dunns River Falls 1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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"Not miss experience!" by
Maricar S from Chicago, IL Sailing date: Jun 2011Pros: Great Service and entertainment It was amazing to see how the entire crew work together to make everyone cruise enjoyable. The ship is cleaned top to bottom daily. Food was delicious. Be ready to gain a few pounds. Available to you is a gym ,spa, and a deck for jogging.Wonderful service great people! Ship Quality
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George Town, Grand CaymanDon't Miss: Margaritaville Ocho Rios, JamaicaNot a good place to walk around the streets. People hounding you to buy goods, braid hair, or drive you to places. You need to stick with the people who drove you to your excursion. I did the horseback riding with a private group rather than thru the cruise and I was able to get to know the tour guide.
Don't Miss: trail and horseback riding and get the jerk chicken at the restaraunt nearby the port. Cheap beer 1 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Everything was G R E A T !!! by
Dave D from Las Vegas, NV Sailing date: May 2011Pros: The food was the best... Cons: Time just goes too fast... Once again I was very happy with this cruise, number 5 and I'm sure more to come in the future. We had some family and friends from Australia come this last cruise and they were so happy they came on this cruise (their first). Thanks Carnival... see you again!!! Ship Quality
Dining/FoodThe food is the BEST!!! I Love It... Stateroom QualityI alway get an inside cabin and they are great, just a place to sleep and rest when tired!! Ship Staff QualityTo have so many people from different countries and all be so nice and friendly is the BEST part about going on a cruise where you can feel so relax talking to everyone!!! Entertainment & ActivitiesAlways watch the shows after dinner and plenty of other things to do whild onboard!!! 2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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World biggest Carnival cruiseline fan! by
Daffy from Jacksonville, FL Sailing date: Dec 2010Pros: The service was outstanding and they were anlento balance my spouses needs with the kids needs Cons: The food quality was ok. They were good to offer healthy options at every meal The ship was nice and large. Perfectly suited for everyone. Highly recommend balcony room off the back of the ship. Sunset from your room every night. My daughter went from hating daycare at home to begging to go to camp carnival on the ship. The staff constantly went above and beyond to make this the trip of a lifetime. Ship Quality
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George Town, Grand CaymanBe aware that the grand caymans$ is more than the u.s. So probably not the best place to shop but there is an authentic jerk hut near the pier that is a cool lunch spot
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simple relaxation by
marlisa c from bolingbrook,il Sailing date: Oct 2010Pros: there was so much to choose from Cons: smoking in the casino & clubs this ship was Amazing!! I had a Blast and was Never bored nor unhappy. The customers service
was Top of the Line Ship Qualityeveryday was simply beautiful and clean everywhere Dining/Foodthe Posh dinning room was perfection as was room service,i am not a buffet person. Stateroom Qualitymy stateroom was the Best, very roomy Ship Staff Qualityeveryone was friendly and kind and most helpful Entertainment & Activitiesas I stated earlier there was so much to choose from and to do for all ages Children's ProgramsI totally loved the "adult" only areas,it was peaceful
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St. John's, Antiguathis was an Amazing place I would so go back and our tour guide Marrecesa was Excellent.
Don't Miss: the best of antigua Road Town, Tortola, B.V.I.oh my another wonderful place,just peaceful to stand still and just watch,of course shop as well
Don't Miss: dolphin tours Nassau, Bahamasweather was perfect and historical highlights tour and shopping.
Don't Miss: atlantis aquaventure San Juan, Puerto Ricowe pulled into port late and it was rainning very hard and as we got off the liner there was a guy named Walter that took us on a 90 minute tour.
Don't Miss: I cannot answer this Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.I enjoyed the center of town that lead to all the shopping and the water ferry back to the ship.Do not waste time amber falls tour waste of money
Don't Miss: all the beautiful jewelery shops 1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Great Time by
A Traveler from Fort Myers, FL Sailing date: Oct 2010Pros: Great service, food and very friendly and helpful staff Cons: Shore excursion at Grand Cayman A great time from beginning to end. The Freedom is a beautiful ship and we found plenty of activities for people of all ages. We particularly enjoyed the evening shows in the theater. The staff who took care of our room were amazingly efficient and friendly. The food was excellent and we were provided with a multitude of choices. The fitness center was great, as well as the pools and sauna. An excellent value for the vacationer. Ship Quality
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