I was on the cruise with you guys and my experience was very similar across the board. Still had a blast and will go back soon. Great and accurate review.
I have my first cruise on the Sunshine coming in May of this year & I do deal with motion sickness so I may be buying me some bonine too. I love listening to all of these reviews & trying to kind of get a layout of what I will or won't be doing. I saw you showed a SMALL portion of your room but could you tell me how open is it & the bathrooms? I booked a room on the 8th deck & a balcony but just wondering how much space they have in the rooms & bathroom (I'm also a little on the claustrophobic).
The serenity was amazing… we didn’t really utilize it because it was quite chilly but in the past we have spent lots of time at that one. Thanks for watching!
@AdventuresAhead i hear its awesome....but even tho its 3 floors, considering amount of total adults on the boat, its always VERY crowded...basically have to get there like 8-9am to get a good spot or any spot. True??
yup I actually got seasick on the second day due to the constant rocking that sent me and my friends uncle into a wall while walking in a hallway. at least 4 hours of the trip was waiting on elevators, and another 3 hours walking to our destinations aboard the ship and on land. Next time I go to the Bahamas we are flying
I am so glad you guys mentioned the rockiness. We went on the sunshine this year it was our 2nd cruise and I almost didn't convince my husband to book another cruise because he was so sea sick everyone was.
Thanks for your review. I m debating on booking our first family cruise. Nervous about the rockiness especially since it will be my boys first cruise. Our boys are 15 and 12. How is it for families? Things to do
When are you thinking of going? Come with me and my son next spring break! Good stuff to do. Water slides, games, golf, basketball, kid clubs by age, pool...and i havent even been yet lol. Just tons of research!
Hi , thanks for the video. We just got off the Magic and loved it. Was thinking of booking the Sunshine but now Im not too sure. My problem is, I only want to leave out of Norfolk and the Sunshine is scheduled next to be there after this year. :( Kevin
Always appreciate your review videos - you both keep it real and are very relatable. The ashtrays, ugh! I hate when a great machine opens up, so you hurry over to get in the seat and then realize there isn't an ashtray in sight. Cruises we've taken that have fully no smoking casinos just aren't the same experience. I know it's a stinky bad habit, but smoking/drinking/gambling go hand in hand. And I stay in the casino longer, losing more of my money ... which is what they want. 😉
We will be going on our very first cruise and it's on the Sunshine. I already have another booked on the Mardi Gras. Can anyone get a pin? Where do you get it? I hope I didn't make a mistake booking the Sunshine. We will have a lot of Bonine on hand just in case we get sea sick. Thanks for the video!
You’ll have a great time on the sunshine. Josh and I always say the cruise is what you make it. Although there were things that didn’t go as planned and things we didn’t enjoy as much, we still made the best of our time! You’ll have a great time! I think gold status can get a pin… I’m actually not sure if anyone can get a pin. It’s a vifp perk. We got ours from the pixels gallery… it’s worth a shot asking or you could look up the vifp perks on carnivals website. Thanks for watching and commenting and have a great cruise!
I don’t find it makes me drowsy. I typically take it once a day. Sometimes I don’t take it at all. It’s nice to have in case you need it! Hope that’s helpful!
Oh no you got me a little nervous in the service. We have a aft balcony with a first time cruiser . That was worried about motion. Back to Back on sunrise Half moon twice is nice . 🥂
I had 2 cruises booked on this ship before I sailed on it. Couldn't wait for the second one to be over. Didn't like the ship the first time but muddled through the second. Never again.
It's SOOOOOOO rocky... The only ship I have ever been on that made me feel sick. I feel bad for people that are super sensitive to it. I have been on the Sunshine 2x in the past 9 months and both times it was horrific.
Oh no :( Ok so ive heard of so many things u can buy: Dramamine, ginger candy?!, patches, special bracelets, etc....do any of those work, maybe some better than others? And were u super sick even despite these things???
@@shaylalowman5732 I can definitely keep you updated! I am super excited 😆 however I have been on 2 cruises as a child. One to Bermuda and one to Alaska. However, I was a child so I didn’t have any responsibilities ha ha however, as an adult being a single mom having to look for vacations, I was trying to think of what would be the best way to go on vacation and be able to have a great time together, be safe but be able to experience quite a few things and that’s why I thought a cruise would be the best bet! If you want I can give you my email and I can def stay in touch with you! We already have learned quite a few dos and songs already unfortunately!
if she had problem with the internet connection and you didn't it could be the phone"s inner antenna problem. Apple phone antenna is not as strong as android.
@@AdventuresAheadI hope they have fixed it since then? I wouldn't want to just get my five dollars back...i want to be able to communicate with my family members on all different decks of the damn boat!! I heard they are actually upgrading Wi-Fi or the app to something else very soon period I think it's called spark?
Thats one reason I dislike the casino the smoke is over whelming. They need a non-smoking room. Me and my family are going on the sunshine Feb 6-11 my second time.
Sunshine pins - what are you talking about, I've never been offered, given or bought a pin. Rocking of ship? We were on the ship in May couldn't get into Charleston. Friends with us has been on alot of cruises and said worst food they had ever had a breakfast
It was definitely a rocky ship. All cruise ships aren’t like that and we take Bonine (it’s a sea sickness medication) to help when it is rocky! Hope this video was helpful!
We had a great cruise overall. It was quite rocky but we managed fine by taking medication! I would go in with a positive attitude and know that everyone’s experience is different!
I was on the cruise with you guys and my experience was very similar across the board. Still had a blast and will go back soon. Great and accurate review.
Hey! Thanks for watching and commenting! I agree I would go back as well!
I have my first cruise on the Sunshine coming in May of this year & I do deal with motion sickness so I may be buying me some bonine too. I love listening to all of these reviews & trying to kind of get a layout of what I will or won't be doing. I saw you showed a SMALL portion of your room but could you tell me how open is it & the bathrooms? I booked a room on the 8th deck & a balcony but just wondering how much space they have in the rooms & bathroom (I'm also a little on the claustrophobic).
Man that serenity looks amazing! Love your ship recap!
The serenity was amazing… we didn’t really utilize it because it was quite chilly but in the past we have spent lots of time at that one. Thanks for watching!
@AdventuresAhead i hear its awesome....but even tho its 3 floors, considering amount of total adults on the boat, its always VERY crowded...basically have to get there like 8-9am to get a good spot or any spot. True??
yup I actually got seasick on the second day due to the constant rocking that sent me and my friends uncle into a wall while walking in a hallway. at least 4 hours of the trip was waiting on elevators, and another 3 hours walking to our destinations aboard the ship and on land. Next time I go to the Bahamas we are flying
I am so glad you guys mentioned the rockiness. We went on the sunshine this year it was our 2nd cruise and I almost didn't convince my husband to book another cruise because he was so sea sick everyone was.
Yes. We have never experienced another ship that rocky! It’s not typical! Thank you so much for watching and commenting ☺️
You’ll have a great time!
Thanks for your review. I m debating on booking our first family cruise. Nervous about the rockiness especially since it will be my boys first cruise. Our boys are 15 and 12. How is it for families? Things to do
When are you thinking of going? Come with me and my son next spring break!
Good stuff to do. Water slides, games, golf, basketball, kid clubs by age, pool...and i havent even been yet lol. Just tons of research!
Hi , thanks for the video. We just got off the Magic and loved it. Was thinking of booking the Sunshine but now Im not too sure. My problem is, I only want to leave out of Norfolk and the Sunshine is scheduled next to be there after this year. :( Kevin
We would go on the sunshine again! Everyone’s experience is different!
We were on the sunrise last month and noticed the same rocking. I guess it's just a destiny class thing.
I think you might be right if the sunshine is also rocky! Hope you had a great cruise!
Always appreciate your review videos - you both keep it real and are very relatable. The ashtrays, ugh! I hate when a great machine opens up, so you hurry over to get in the seat and then realize there isn't an ashtray in sight. Cruises we've taken that have fully no smoking casinos just aren't the same experience. I know it's a stinky bad habit, but smoking/drinking/gambling go hand in hand. And I stay in the casino longer, losing more of my money ... which is what they want. 😉
Thanks for watching and commenting!! I agree with you… I play longer when I’m smoking so I would think that carnival would want my money! 😂
Where was your cabin? We’ll be on Deck 5 Aft in October, I hope it’s not too rocky then. Time to stock up on Bonine!
I think deck 6 aft
The rocky ship thing has me nervous. But do they have any sandwiches and pastries in the coffee shop like Royal? Thank you!
We will be going on our very first cruise and it's on the Sunshine. I already have another booked on the Mardi Gras. Can anyone get a pin? Where do you get it? I hope I didn't make a mistake booking the Sunshine. We will have a lot of Bonine on hand just in case we get sea sick. Thanks for the video!
You’ll have a great time on the sunshine. Josh and I always say the cruise is what you make it. Although there were things that didn’t go as planned and things we didn’t enjoy as much, we still made the best of our time! You’ll have a great time!
I think gold status can get a pin… I’m actually not sure if anyone can get a pin. It’s a vifp perk. We got ours from the pixels gallery… it’s worth a shot asking or you could look up the vifp perks on carnivals website.
Thanks for watching and commenting and have a great cruise!
Last time I was on Sunshine was a few years ago and I had a blast I’m doing that ship again Monday and I’m hoping it’s not too bad
Hope you had a good time!
We’re booked on the Sunshine this summer May 2023… we’ve never taken Bonine, never had to, does it make you drowsy, do you take it around the clock??
I don’t find it makes me drowsy. I typically take it once a day. Sometimes I don’t take it at all. It’s nice to have in case you need it! Hope that’s helpful!
You take Bonine once a day, and it does cause drowsiness in some people, so it's a good idea to take it at night to minimize any effects. :)
I'm so glad you were HONEST, LOL! Nice job on the review. Still sounds like a great cruise, even though it was a short one!
Thank you Nancy! We had a great cruise!
Oh no you got me a little nervous in the service. We have a aft balcony with a first time cruiser . That was worried about motion. Back to Back on sunrise Half moon twice is nice . 🥂
A B2B is always great! Hopefully you have better luck with service than we did! Have fun at HMC!
We were on 12/1/22 - 12/5/22 and it was rockin’, but the seas were rough too.
Aah.. seems like rocking is a theme I’ve heard others say as well! Hope your cruise was great!
I had 2 cruises booked on this ship before I sailed on it. Couldn't wait for the second one to be over. Didn't like the ship the first time but muddled through the second. Never again.
Yes. I wonder what is wrong with the. sunshine!? Thanks for watching Mama Dee! ☺️
Wht made it so bad
I've never been on a cruise before, so now I'm worried about the rockiness.
Do t be too worried. The sunshine was rocky but we just make sure to take bonine and we are fine!
@@AdventuresAheadive heard SO many suggestions...but what is bonine?!
Do you have insurance just trying to make sure I have everything in hand
We do get insurance… since we cruise often we typically get yearly travel insurance
Great recap!
Thank you! We tried to be thorough! We appreciate you watching and commenting!
It's SOOOOOOO rocky... The only ship I have ever been on that made me feel sick. I feel bad for people that are super sensitive to it. I have been on the Sunshine 2x in the past 9 months and both times it was horrific.
Oh no :( Ok so ive heard of so many things u can buy: Dramamine, ginger candy?!, patches, special bracelets, etc....do any of those work, maybe some better than others? And were u super sick even despite these things???
I am going this June for 5 nights on this boat with my 2 kids… single mom! Any tips?! Love the video?!
I am thinking of doing the same with my two. I would love to hear how it works out for you!
@@shaylalowman5732 I can definitely keep you updated! I am super excited 😆 however I have been on 2 cruises as a child. One to Bermuda and one to Alaska. However, I was a child so I didn’t have any responsibilities ha ha however, as an adult being a single mom having to look for vacations, I was trying to think of what would be the best way to go on vacation and be able to have a great time together, be safe but be able to experience quite a few things and that’s why I thought a cruise would be the best bet! If you want I can give you my email and I can def stay in touch with you! We already have learned quite a few dos and songs already unfortunately!
Do’s and dont
When is embarkation day ?
Very detailed! This was well done
Very helpful! Thanks!
Thanks for watching!!
I’m going on the Sunshine next week and it’s my 13th too!!! Very cool. I hope it doesn’t rock too much. 😖🛳️
I hope not too! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Great review
I agree, Great review with the added humor. I love the MIA ashtrays!
Thank you so much!
Thanks for watching and commenting!!
if she had problem with the internet connection and you didn't it could be the phone"s inner antenna problem. Apple phone antenna is not as strong as android.
It was a ship wide issue when we were onboard.
@@AdventuresAheadI hope they have fixed it since then? I wouldn't want to just get my five dollars back...i want to be able to communicate with my family members on all different decks of the damn boat!! I heard they are actually upgrading Wi-Fi or the app to something else very soon period I think it's called spark?
It's going in dry dock for 3 weeks soon
Awesome to hear! It needs it!
I'm new… what does that mean?
Thats one reason I dislike the casino the smoke is over whelming. They need a non-smoking room. Me and my family are going on the sunshine Feb 6-11 my second time.
Have a great time!!
Is thr self service laundry on the ship??
Yes. There are self service laundry washers and dryers!
Sunshine pins - what are you talking about, I've never been offered, given or bought a pin. Rocking of ship? We were on the ship in May couldn't get into Charleston. Friends with us has been on alot of cruises and said worst food they had ever had a breakfast
Was there many people wearing masks?
There were a fair amount of people wearing masks. Definitely not the majority though
Do you still have to be vaccinated to go on carnival cruises ?
No, not anymore
Someone already answered it no you don’t. You may have to be vaccinated for a few select ports though
Oh great you answered something I was wondering about! Grits 😀
Awesome! Let us know if anything else would be helpful!
Just convinced me I won’t be booking a cruise can’t deal with rocking ship.
It was definitely a rocky ship. All cruise ships aren’t like that and we take Bonine (it’s a sea sickness medication) to help when it is rocky! Hope this video was helpful!
A rocky ship is no fun
We managed! Thanks for watching!! 😬
@@AdventuresAhead you’re welcome and we will always watch your videos.
I thought about going on this ship but if its going to be rocky....going to have to pass. I do better on bigger ships .
Forget the ashtray and stop smoking...live longer
I agree. It’s a nasty habit. Thankful I only do it on vacations. Thanks you!
Wow maybe this ship isn't going to be a good choice
We had a great cruise overall. It was quite rocky but we managed fine by taking medication! I would go in with a positive attitude and know that everyone’s experience is different!
Do you have your own cruise ship????????????? How can you make an honest review when you don't have your own cruise ship????
Because we sailed on it?
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