Having just sailed Carnival Vista, I left the ship with a lot of first time tips and thoughts that I thought would be good to pass on if you plan on sailing her in the future. These are listed in no particular order.
1. Get the Faster to the Fun package
This is a very popular ship and if you aren’t Diamond or Platinum, you may want to spring the extra $49.95 (4 days or shorter) or $59.95 (5 days or longer) to get priority boarding, go right to your stateroom, and have priority disembarkation at the end of your cruise. You’ll have to wait for Carnival Vista to arrive in Miami though, because this program isn’t offered in Europe.
2. Pre-Order Water
You can go online to the Fun Shops before you sail and order bottled water to your stateroom. The price is $3.99 for a 12 pack if you pre-order. If you order it on the ship, it will cost you the same at $3.99, but you have to remember to tip.
3. Pace Yourself
This ship has a lot to do as far as entertainment, eating, and drinking. Take it slow and don’t try to cram everything in at once.
4. Get to Events Early
A lot of the events on this ship are held in the Liquid Lounge (main theater), and most of the shows are so popular that they have three seatings, so get there early!
5. Use the Tabletop Taps
The RedFrog Pub now has a brewery with tabletop taps on a few of the tables. Swipe your sail and sign card and pour your brew. It goes for $4 per glass. You can also do this in the Lido Marketplace.
6. Serenity Has a Salad Bar
On sea days if you go up to the Serenity deck (adults only), you can get a free salad bar. You can see the menu here.
7. Consider Cheers!
With all the drink options on the ship and Carnival revamping their CHEERS! beverage program, it won’t take you long to break even on the $49.95 per day. A few premium pours in the Alchemy Bar or frozen cocktails laying poolside can easily be your break even point. Also, waters, coffees, and shakes are now included – giv
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