Carnival/Questions Answered by Expert Curtis Thorsen
| Subject | Date Asked |
| port cost | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: i recived a free cruise voucher, but i was informed that i will have to pay the port cost. it is for ... A: Be very leary of those "free cruises" as they come with atachments, i.e. overcharging of port ... | |
| Wine to carry on board | 9/23/2011 |
| Q: Are fortified wines (like sherry) allowed to be brought aboard the day of departure. We want to ... A: Carnival Cruiselines allows (1) "sealed" "unopened" bottle of champagne or wine per adult passenger ... | |
| cruises departing new orleans | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: My husband and I would like to take my 7 year old son on a cruise. However, I have never been on ... A: You can look at Carnival Criuselines to meet your expectations and budget for certain. Pricing will ... | |
| PASS GUEST NUMBER | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: IT'S BEEN A WHILE SINCE I HAVE CRUISED, AND I HAVE CRUISED A NUMBER OF 6 OR MORE TIMES, BUT NEVER ... A: Depends on the cruiseline you have sailed with.... in most cases you must sign up for membership ... | |
| first time | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: where can i find a good short cruise best bang for my buck andy subscriptions.websites i should join ... A: Best bang for your $$$ regarding cruises will probably be Carnival Cruiseline..... sailing in the ... | |
| Carnival Cruise leaving from San Juan, PR | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: Our cruise is scheduled to dock at 7:00 a.m. on a Sunday. In your opinion, would we make 12:25 ... A: Sorry for the delay getting back to you.... due to a death in the family last week, I have been out ... | |
| CAR DROPOFF | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: ON AUGUST 9TH I WILL BE SAILING ON ONE OF CARNIVAL CRUISE SHIP FOR 5 DAYS,I WILL BE TRAVELING FROM ... A: I believe there is a HERTZ or AVIS (can;t recall which one it is right now) that has a drop off ... | |
| carnival elation | 6/19/2010 |
| Q: what is being on the carnival elation like? what should i wear? when is the captians dinner on a ... A: If you have cruised in the past.... not really different than in previous cruises regarding what to ... | |
| Staterooms | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: My wife and I are members of the mariner's society with Holland American. We have always selected ... A: I am sorry but I really don't understand what services you are asking me that I might provide ? I ... | |
| Cruise for Graduating seniors | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: Curtis, I am looking for a cruise during the last week of may or first week of June- for my senior ... A: Well to begin with, you are going to have some age issue problems..... With Carnival cruiselines all ... | |
| Carnival cruise with a 4 year old | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: I'm considering going on a Carnival cruise with my 4 year old daughter and some other family ... A: Camp Carnival is a structured childrens program with excellent counsellors who hold degrees in ... | |
| renting a room for 10 monthes of the year | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: i would like to rent a balcony for about 10 months or so an travel where ever the ship goes how ... A: You would want to do a world cruise or partial world cruise to satisfy your requirements. I would ... | |
| HELP ME PLEASE | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: Ok so me and my friends are trying to plan a cruise for this summer when we are not in college. We ... A: First of all... please be advised that all passengers must be at minimum, 21 years of age. Secondly ... | |
| Wine | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: I know that the policy states that you are allowed to bring your own wine and they charge to drink ... A: ..you are allowed to bring one bottle of wine p/p. I personally bring a couple more and never have ... | |
| Noise Outside the Cabin | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: Room #: 7345 Location: Empress Deck, Inside, Mid, Starboard I'm considering booking the above cabin ... A: ... what a great ship you have selected to sail on. I have sailed on this particuliar ship on a ... | |
| disembarkation info | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: The carnival will arrive in LA(Long Beach) at 8:00am but I will have to be in Pomona by 2:00pm ... A: The ship is "SCHEDULED" to arrive at 8am, and in most cases will arrive at that time or possibly ... | |
| Carnival cabin price drops before sailing = credit? | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: We paid $704pp for Cat 4G and they are selling it for $514pp, that's a significant price drop of ... A: ... well as much as you feel that Carnival should provide to you an OBC for the price difference, ... | |
| cruise to Canada | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I'm looking at a Carnival Triumph cruise to Sain John and Halifax Canada leaving out of NY (June ... A: Wow.... a frequent cruiser.....and sailed on both lines....Hmmmmmm This is a tuff one, because I ... | |
| cruise to Canada | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I'm looking at a Carnival Triumph cruise to Sain John and Halifax Canada leaving out of NY (June ... A: Before I could really say what I would SUGGEST, I would need to know what other cruiseline/ship you ... | |
| airport to port of miami | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: I am planning a cruise for 11/07/09 on Carnival Destiny. I would like to know which airport is ... A: Closest airport to the POM would be Miami International. Other airport clients choose to fly into ... | |
| passports | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: do i need a passport to go on a cruise may16 to may 24 to the eastern carribean? im not sure which ... A: Ahhh the passport topic.... a HIGHLY discussed topic right now ! OK.... here is the TRUTH on this ... | |
| bring bottle of wine | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: I read somewhere on Carnival you are allowed to bring one bottle of wine on board per passenger and ... A: Can I Bring Liquor On Board? A liquor and beverage consumption policy was created in order for ... | |
| disembarkation time | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: Will I be able to make a 10 am flight out of Miami airport if the Carnival cruise docks at 8 am? ... A: Chances are VERY SLIM you will make that flight despite the ship arriving at 8am, it still has to ... | |
| Carnival Conquest - 4 in cabin (4A) | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: I have been looking at information online. I have received a quote for a Caribbean cruise out of ... A: ... you have picked a great ship and in answer to your question, You will either have two lowers ... | |
| Does 15 year old need ID??? | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: We are going on an Eastern Carribean cruise March, 14 and I was just told my 15 year old daughter ... A: .. minors 16 years and older are required to have a photo ID, but your daughter will be fine. Don't ... | |
| car rental | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: I need to rent a car at the port of miami to drop off at FLL airport. I need an SUV and do not ... A: If I am not mistaken, there are no rental car agencies at the port, but they do have shuttles that ... | |
| Awful Carnival experience | 2/12/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know if there is anyway that we could possibly receive any type of partial refund ... A: I am sorry that you found my answer to your question unacceptable, but for you to accuse me of ... | |
| LAPTOP | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: Is it ok to bring my laptop aboard Carnival Cruise Line? A: Why certainly it is OK.... and there will be an internet cafe' onboard the ship as well if you like ... | |
| Cruise Agent | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: I'm not sure if you can help or not but me and my husband are trying to plan our first cruise this ... A: Well I am happy to assist you on this simply because I am a travel professional and have been for 15 ... | |
| inside staterooms | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: Do you have an actual photo of stateroom U169 on the Carnival Ecstasy? I have always had balcony ... A: I am sorry but I do not keep actual photos of all ship staterooms.... You are in a Category 1A which ... | |
| walking distance? | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: My husband and I will be taking a cruise on Carnival. We are staying the night in a hotel in Miami ... A: I do not believe you will be permitted thru the port authority security gate unless in a ... | |
| parking at CBM | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: was wondering if there is any feed-back on this company located at 3499 NW 25th st Miami .... rates ... A: I am sorry, but I am not aware of this parking area or company. I am assuming you are looking for a ... | |
| port chgs vs govt fees | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: Are port charges the same as govt fees/taxes or are they two different charges? We are thinking ... A: ... GREAT SHIP you have selected... I have been on this ship numerous times with clients and family ... | |
| West U.S. to Italy on repositioning cruise | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: Well...I never thought it would happen..but I am officially overwhelmed! I have been on the computer ... A: And you may have some difficulty locating a repositioning cruise that ends in Italy from California ... | |
| is there time to drive | 11/22/2008 |
| Q: we are picking up a few people from ft. lauderdale airport and driving to carnival cruise to park in ... A: I am assuming your ship departs at 5pm and if this is the case, you can expect that IF YOUR FRIENDS ... | |
| Amenities in staterooms | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: I will be traveling on the Valor on Oct. 5th and was curious if there was a hair dryer in the room. ... A: ... Valor is a wonderful ship and Ihad the pleasure of sailing aboard her 6 months ago with ... | |
| Planning cruise | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: is it safe to travel the first week of oct to Bahamas cruise abort carnival cruise or royal ... A: .. I am assuming you are asking about safety regarding being in Hurricane season ? If correct, there ... | |
| transport from Port of miami to Fort lauderdale Apr | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: We are cruising in Oct on Carnival arriving back on Monday 16> Any suggestions for transportation ... A: Best bet will be to use TriCounty Transportation. They have a website, or visit www.cruisecritic.com ... | |
| Mariner, ports of call | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: At present Royal Caribbean's Mariner of the Seas has the following ports of call: Labadee, Ocho ... A: Donna....there is NO COMPARISON to a beach in the caribbean and Myrtle Beach or Savannah area ... | |
| Mariner, ports of call | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: At present Royal Caribbean's Mariner of the Seas has the following ports of call: Labadee, Ocho ... A: Labadee is RCCL's private island... its basically a beach day and you will be docked out at sea and ... | |
| caribbean cruise | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: What do you think of the Royal Caribbean ship, Mariner of the Seas? I am thinking of taking the 7 ... A: Ahhhhh beautiful ship..... Royal Promenade, Ice Skating Rink, Minature golf, Rock Climbing wall, ... | |
| caribbean cruise | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: I am considering taking a cruise - I have two choices. The first choice is on Carnival, Destiny on ... A: ... well you have picked 2 completely different itineraries...and must factor in air cost ... | |
| Carnival Cruise Ship Victory | 5/26/2008 |
| Q: Has anyone taken this ship to the Southern Caribbean in August 2007? How was the food? How was the ... A: WThis ship was not doing the southern caribbean in 2007... the "Destiny" was.....Food in general on ... | |
| Carnival Victory, Eastern Carribean cruise | 5/1/2008 |
| Q: I'm sailing Carnival "Victory" May 11 to Eastern Carribean, this is my 2nd Carnival cruise. I sailed ... A: Well Nichole.... I think you will find that the kids will LOVE the ship and Camp Carnival will keep ... | |
| Shuttle services from MIA to Carnival terminal at Port of Miami | 5/1/2008 |
| Q: Looking for affordable parking and shuttle service. Thinking about parking at Airport Fast ... A: Are you driving to the ship ? If so, either come in a day early and use www.parksleepfly.com They ... | |
| Shuttle services from MIA to Carnival terminal at Port of Miami | 5/1/2008 |
| Q: Looking for affordable parking and shuttle service. Thinking about parking at Airport Fast ... A: Super Shuttle is very reputable company and been around for a while.....I have no clue about Airport ... | |
| rooms | 4/28/2008 |
| Q: me and my family are planning to go on a cruise(carnival) we are 3 in total how many beds are in ... A: Depending on the ship, you can get up to 5 passengers in an inside/oceanview or balcony ... | |
| Departure day | 4/11/2008 |
| Q: Our flight arrives in Miami fairly early (9a.m) and the ship doesn't leave until 4p.m. Will we be ... A: Normal embarkation begins approx. 11am - 12 noon. Its all aboard NO LATER than 1:30pm due to new ... | |
| travel to the port of Miami | 4/6/2008 |
| Q: I am reaching Fort lauderdale in night, and will travel from port of miami in am, 4 adults and three ... A: I would personally do a web search of Limo Services on the internet.... Larrys Limos, Ft, Lauderdale ... | |
| What else will I need ? | 4/2/2008 |
| Q: What else will I need besides a passport in order to take my grandson on his first cruise. I have ... A: I am assuming you have legal custody of the child. If this is correct,and if he is UNDER 18 years of ... | |
| Liquor on board | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: How do you get liquor in your room if they have zero tolerance for bringing your own? ANSWER: Wine ... A: Simple, you go to the bar, you buy a drink and if you choose, bring it back to your stateroom. Did ... | |
| Liquor on board | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: How do you get liquor in your room if they have zero tolerance for bringing your own? A: Wine and soda are allowed when not in excess. And although I do not condone nor support bringing ... | |
| Transportation | 3/16/2008 |
| Q: We need to get the least expensive transportation for 4 people from the Miami International Airport ... A: ... Best bet really is to use a taxi from the airport to the ship. Will cost approx. $18.00 + ... | |
| wedding cruises | 3/8/2008 |
| Q: Are onboard weddings worth the effort and memorable enough for such an occasion? A: You know, you will find a 50 - 50 mix on the remarks of it being a value......I can tell you that I ... | |
| Carnival | 2/24/2008 |
| Q: Taking our first cruise on June 21st out of Miami. Its a Carnival 5 day Caribbean Western to grand ... A: June is PEAK SEASON for any cruise.... kids are out of school and a family cruise continues to grow ... | |
| Carnival | 2/22/2008 |
| Q: Taking our first cruise on June 21st out of Miami. Its a Carnival 5 day Caribbean Western to grand ... A: Welcome to the world of cruising !!! I have sailed the Imagination and have fond it to be a ... | |
| Cruise Ideas For Kids | 3/28/2005 |
| Q: We are currently planning for summer vacation and we need your help. My wife and I have a 4 year ... A: ... well a cruise is a wonderful wat to see things and lots of activities on a Carnival Ship for the ... | |
| my previous question. | 7/15/2004 |
| Q: What do you mean by 'homework'? I thought this was where you help us get answers about our cruises. ... A: Teri, first of all you did not advise what ship you were sailing on... thus I could not assist in ... | |
| Cruises | 6/29/2004 |
| Q: My husband and I have always been interested in taking a cruise and are now seriously considering ... A: I think you will be very pleased with what a cruise can offer you. Just think.... unpack one time ... | |
| Group Discount out of San Juan | 3/21/2004 |
| Q: I am the President of the National Conference of Puerto Rican Women - NYC Chapter. We want to ... A: ... well what a woderful way to join all the women together than on a cruise to the caribbean ! ... | |
| Price of Cruises | 2/24/2004 |
| Q: Can you give me some information on how to get the best price for cruises. We have taken 2 cruises. ... A: But to answer your questions regarding best time to book and who to book with.....let me say that ... | |
| Taking a Carnival Cruise w/ a stop in Progresso | 2/18/2004 |
| Q: We are stopping on a Carnival Cruise in the port of Progresso. Is there something to do right off ... A: There will be limited shopping but you could also hire a taxi at a negotiated rate to take you on a ... | |
| Alaskan Cruise | 1/3/2004 |
| Q: My daughter and her fiance want to get married on an Alaskan cruise. There are several ... A: ... In order to have any marriage on an Alaska cruise ship, it will have to be done in a US port of ... | |
| Carnival Cruise | 11/24/2002 |
| Q: Going on our first cruise Dec. 29 for seven days on the Carnival Inspiration. Port are Grand Cayman, ... A: Congratulations and welcome to the world of cruising ! First time cruisers are my FAVORITE clients ... | |
| Liquor policy | 11/2/2002 |
| Q: Can you tell me which cruise lines do or do not allow passengers to bring aboard their own bottles ? ... A: ... "-0- TOLERANCE" is being enforced by ALL CRUISELINES regarding the bringing your own liquor on ... | |
| Christmas Day | 7/2/2002 |
| Q: We are sailing on the Inspiration Dec. 22-29 and are expected to be in Cozumel on Christmas. Do you ... A: ...I did call and verify with Carnival that when the ship is in Cozumel, some shops and tour vendors ... | |
| cruise | 4/13/2002 |
| Q: My girlfriend and I ,both healthy and in our early fiftes will be going on a seven day Bahamma ... A: Well Dale, your question is going to require a lengthy bit of detail, but due to my time restraints ... | |
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