When you enter a Carnival cruise ship, you feel like you have stepped into a floating city that has been designed to entertain you.
No matter which water you sail on, be it the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean or the rugged mountainous Alaska, a Carnival vacation provides a lot of activities that can fit any kind of traveler.
With top deck high-octane thrills, dining at the top, and immersive theater, the choices are overwhelming.
If you want to make the most of your vacation, we have compiled five key experiences that encapsulate the spirit of Choose Fun.
Let’s review each of them…
1. Conquer the BOLT Sea Coaster
BOLT, a sea-water roller coaster, is one of the most innovative elements of the latest ships of Carnival. This all-electric motorcycle-inspired bike will enable you to decide your speed as you zoom up and down the funnel of the ship, nearly 190 feet above the ocean.
The panoramic views are spectacular, yet the best experience is the rush of adrenaline firing high-speed dips and hairpin spins through open water. It’s an engineering marvel that creates a theme-park ambience in the heart of the ocean.
2. Go on a Customized Shore Excursion
The ship itself is a destination, but the magic of cruising is found in the variety of ports of call. To get into the local culture and scenery, you must schedule a special Carnival Adventure via the ship’s shore excursion desk.
Do you want to go ziplining across a tropical rainforest in Cozumel? Love snorkeling with stingrays in Grand Cayman? Or prefer riding safely and organized on a scenic railway tour through the mountains of Skagway?
In all these scenarios, guided tours are a secure and structured way to explore the world’s most scenic coastal areas.
3. Experience the Punchliner Comedy Club
One of the staples of the Carnival experience is laughter. The Punchliner Comedy Club has a rotating line of professional comedians who perform several sets during the cruise.
Night-time shows are most often family-friendly, with a “PG” rating, or adult-focused, with an “R” rating. It’s the best way to feel truly comfortable and relaxed after dinner with a cocktail in hand, watching keen observational humor and interactive improv that is more intimate and club-style.
4. Indulge in Guy’s Burger Joint
No Carnival vacation is complete without visiting Guy Burger Joint, which was created by Food Network star Guy Fieri.
This popular dining place, right on the poolside deck, serves you one of the best burgers at sea. The best part is, that food’s price is included in your cruise fare.
Once you have a “Straight Up” or a “Pig Patty,” head to the large toppings bar and load it with sauteed mushrooms, onions, and donkey sauce to your heart’s content.
5. Spend time in the Serenity Adult-Only Retreat
When the main pool deck excitement is overwhelming, get away to the Serenity Adult-Only Retreat. This is a sun-drenched retreat accessible only to guests aged 21 and above, featuring plush loungers, hammocks, and whirlpools.
With its own bar and a serene atmosphere, it is the best place to finish your summer novel or just enjoy the sunset over the horizon in complete relaxation.
Published by HOLR Magazine.