I watch y'all's videos as if I've never been in a cruise😂 I haven't been on many at all.... but I still watch them because I learn something new every time.... I'm taking my children on their first cruise in June and I'm more excited than they are lol! I've shown them your videos to prepare them and I DO BELIEVE IT'S WORKING! THANK YOU SOOOOOOO MUCH!!! We're going on a 6 day cruise and they're going to love it!
Same here!! 😂! I’m super excited to take my daughter on her first cruise and up until she watched your videos she couldn’t really understand… now she’s super excited as well! I learned so much from your videos! I really appreciate your efforts you put into them!!
That last tip was spot on! People always say "Oh, yeah, that's a great idea! Let's go on a cruise!" But when money is involved, watch out! All of a sudden "I don't have the money right now" is a common refrain. You 've already gone thru steps to book the cruise and then you find out they are chickening out because it's too expensive. Now you're up ship's creak without a paddle. Stay away from those people!!
Another great point is if you have an enhanced drivers license ( it has a flag on the corner) you can also use that if you don’t have a passport ( this type of license is only given in certain states) but your beginning and ending port has to be in the US. I used my enhanced license about 2 years ago because I didn’t renew my passport on time. I still brought my birth certificate just in case but when I showed her my ID and she said she didn’t need to see my birth certificate
I actually called Carnival Cruise line and they said if you live in one of those five states and have a OFFICIAL enhanced driver's license they will accept it and that's all you would need to get on the ship no passport or birth certificate needed. But it has to be official.
VIFP guarantees you free stuff. Even the 1 liter bottled water that was free was a forgotten surprise and pleasant. It was cold too during bingo. I put it in the fridge too and used there glasses in the room.
Def use a travel agent. Let the professionals navigate the process. We had a small issue....handled by the TA. Plus, we got shipboard credit and a bottle of 🍾.
My mom deals with Vertigo, I was wondering if she would be able to do a cruise. You mentioned that choosing the room in the middle of the ship help you with that . Thanks for sharing ❤
OMG! We’re going on our first cruise March 23. We booked a nonstop flight the day of (because we didn’t know). We’re supposed to get there at 9:15 am (2.5 hr flight from Memphis to Miami). I AM SO NERVOUS because all I’ve been hearing is horror stories. I’m praying that nothing keeps us from this cruise, but the next cruise we’ll be there at a day ahead. Fingers crossed on this one! 😢
fingers are crossed for you but honestly if you have a 930 am arrival at most usually you may end up 3 minutes past arrival time they tend to try really hard to make it...and with checkings going until like 1 hour before departure you should be fine but always a possability
Hi there I just posted your video on Facebook for the first time cruisers can watch and just wanted to say keep up the great work love watching your videos
I know the website says the cruise must be paid in full if you’re paying through Uplift/payments however I was able to book it with a 9 month payment plan (cruise in July, paid off by next March) Something to keep in consideration. Credit score is above 700 though, idk if it matters.
Thank you for this informative video- I will be going on Carnival in May, haven't sailed with Carnival since 2019, this video is very helpful. Great info as always.
Hey guys! Love your videos! Do you have any tips for embarkation day weddings? Or even just carnival wedding tips? Maybe you already have a video but I haven’t seen it yet! Thanks guys!
Love all of your videos, they’re so helpful! My boyfriend and I are going on a cruise in a couple of weeks and are doing late dining. I have social anxiety and I’m worried about us being at a table with other people. Can we request to have a table to ourselves?
My husband and I are going on our first cruise in May. We have a question that we haven’t heard anyone address. We don’t drink alcohol and was wondering instead of bringing a bottle of wine could we bring sparkling cider that is equivalent to a bottle of champagne or wine?
So if I understood correctly if there are more than 2 people staying in the room only 2 of them cam bring wine. Is that correct? Also, do the carry-on have to be a specific size?
Whenever we prepay the gratuity they charge us again on board and we have to go to guest service and stand in the long line to have the second gratuity charge removed and I always get the feeling of being judge like we are trying to get out of paying the gratuity 😢
@caziontherise OK, thank you so much! I misunderstood. I thought the white party was separate from formal dinner. My dress is already white but I need to find something for my daughter. Thank you so much!
I live in the midwest in the central time zone but cruising out from Los Angeles which is on Pacific Time, shall I be picking my boarding time at 12:00 a.m. Pacific time?
If you load the sign and sail with cash do you still have to deal with holds while on the cruise. I know you will get all the cash back at the end, but do they take more than you send on the s&s when it's loaded with cash
I'm not a first time cruiser, but I have a question. I have 7 more days left to become gold, and I book a 7 days cruise. Would I be gold that cruise or my next booked cruise?
Hi, I've only seen one of your videos so far, and I love it. You both seem like really nice and genuine people😊 I would like to become a travel agent and want to know if the live class "Blueprint For Becoming a Successful Travel Agent" Is a good start for someone who is brand new to the travel advisor industry? I saw a contact us link but wasn't sure if it was for the live classes. Thanks!
Hey guys, if I’m on a 6 day cruise and we’re staying in Cabo 2 nights in a row, can I stay out all night the first night and get back on the boat the next day?
First time cruiser here: I have the carnival hub app. It gives me the option to buy general cash or entertainment cash before boarding. Is this the same as loading your sail card with cash to spend? Also, if I purchase this ahead of time are they going to put a hold on my debit card used to buy the general cash for the sail card?
Hello, I have a question. Do you all recommend purchasing carnivals vacation perfection? 🙄 I’m asking because I purchased it once before and when I attempted to use it , they told me my reason wasn’t good enough. So what had to happen to use it death? 🤦🏾♀️
Ok I don't do alcohol at all, they offer bottomless bubbles do I need this ? Or is soda juice coffee and teas complimentary with my initial fare ? First time crusing on the Venezia in November 😊
Tea, lemonade, tap water is free. Breakfast oj, apple, some others like fruit punch and cranberry juice change everyday is free. Soda, bottled water, virgin drinks, there is a Cafe with muffins and frappe or lattes all cost money
I dont like how they only sell 8x10s. And to buy 5x7s, you have to buy the 8x10 plus 2-5x7s. Digital prints same price as printed photos. They need more options for photos.
I am a group leader and one of rooms is a full accessible room but was scheduled in the back. I found this out after the booking I called to get it changed and now they want to charge My sister had a stroke and not all right What do you suggest
Without knowing the entire details. It could be that the room category you are trying to change to is a different price and there’s no way around it. Midship is more expensive for example.
i agree completely with the drink package point last july was my first ever cruise me and my husband got the package and yes it was worth it to us.... the way i see it is a bit of peace of mind i am not a heavy drinker but i was able to let loose while on the ship and on top of that i am a major coffee drinker and being able to get spiked coffee every morning was wonderful for me
I watch y'all's videos as if I've never been in a cruise😂 I haven't been on many at all.... but I still watch them because I learn something new every time.... I'm taking my children on their first cruise in June and I'm more excited than they are lol! I've shown them your videos to prepare them and I DO BELIEVE IT'S WORKING! THANK YOU SOOOOOOO MUCH!!! We're going on a 6 day cruise and they're going to love it!
Aww we love that
Same here!! 😂!
I’m super excited to take my daughter on her first cruise and up until she watched your videos she couldn’t really understand… now she’s super excited as well!
I learned so much from your videos! I really appreciate your efforts you put into them!!
Your first time Carnival cruisers videos are always on point and each time it’s different. You always adding new things
Man I’m over here watching every video yall got. Gotta make sure I come correct on my first cruise lol appreciate all the insight!
Lol
That last tip was spot on! People always say "Oh, yeah, that's a great idea! Let's go on a cruise!" But when money is involved, watch out! All of a sudden "I don't have the money right now" is a common refrain. You 've already gone thru steps to book the cruise and then you find out they are chickening out because it's too expensive. Now you're up ship's creak without a paddle. Stay away from those people!!
Another great point is if you have an enhanced drivers license ( it has a flag on the corner) you can also use that if you don’t have a passport ( this type of license is only given in certain states) but your beginning and ending port has to be in the US. I used my enhanced license about 2 years ago because I didn’t renew my passport on time. I still brought my birth certificate just in case but when I showed her my ID and she said she didn’t need to see my birth certificate
Only five states have enhanced drivers license, sadly. Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Vermont, and Washington.
@@kconley87 really I didn’t know that .. oh well maybe someone shouldn’t follow my comment then lol, they might not get on that ship 😂
I actually called Carnival Cruise line and they said if you live in one of those five states and have a OFFICIAL enhanced driver's license they will accept it and that's all you would need to get on the ship no passport or birth certificate needed. But it has to be official.
@@moniquef1183 I would think more states would have it. Maybe over time it will happen.
Texas has enhanced DL
VIFP guarantees you free stuff. Even the 1 liter bottled water that was free was a forgotten surprise and pleasant. It was cold too during bingo. I put it in the fridge too and used there glasses in the room.
Def use a travel agent. Let the professionals navigate the process. We had a small issue....handled by the TA. Plus, we got shipboard credit and a bottle of 🍾.
I never do an early embarkation. I try to get on when the rooms are ready
4:47 great tipsss
My mom deals with Vertigo, I was wondering if she would be able to do a cruise. You mentioned that choosing the room in the middle of the ship help you with that . Thanks for sharing ❤
She can but have to prepare
22:07 a friend of mine missed their cruise because of a sudden snow storm
I always prepay before I get on the ship. And I even give extra on the side to room stewards and bar tenders
Amen
I set an appointment on my calendar to put my phone in airplane mode on embarkation day, sail away time.
My favorite people. Happy hump day.
Heyyyy
Great information drink package also takes care of bottle water and special drinks at coffee bar
We’re cruisers but we need this updated info. Thank y’all sooo much! 👍🏼
Pre-pay your gratuities if you're able to do so. It eliminates any surprises on your bill at the end of the cruise.
Amen
They also can change the itinerary and make it a sea day… it happened to me last year on an 8 day cruise.
Thank you guys for everything yall doing! Going on my first cruise in July with the Wife 1year anniversary!🎉 I’m already prepared lol 💪🏾
Have fun!
Just Letting you know, my family and I went on carnival. We did have alcohol.they confiscated . But have it back at the end of the cruise.
Thankyou Fam. Great information as usual. Preciate y'all 🫶🏿
OMG! We’re going on our first cruise March 23. We booked a nonstop flight the day of (because we didn’t know). We’re supposed to get there at 9:15 am (2.5 hr flight from Memphis to Miami). I AM SO NERVOUS because all I’ve been hearing is horror stories. I’m praying that nothing keeps us from this cruise, but the next cruise we’ll be there at a day ahead. Fingers crossed on this one! 😢
fingers are crossed for you but honestly if you have a 930 am arrival at most usually you may end up 3 minutes past arrival time they tend to try really hard to make it...and with checkings going until like 1 hour before departure you should be fine but always a possability
We were on the cruise when itinerary was changed that was when we met you guys
That’s wassup! Every oops isn’t a oops 🥰
Hi there I just posted your video on Facebook for the first time cruisers can watch and just wanted to say keep up the great work love watching your videos
Awesome! Thank you!
Love your work
Just to add on the documents required. You can travel a closed loop cruise from the U.S. with a permanent resident card (green card)
Adding that this is for the Bahamas and/or u.s. virgin Island or Puerto Rico since they don't require passports
How do you pay the 5 bucks for the hub app chat feature? Can you pay it prior to the cruise? Also, can you do a disembackment day?
Only available once onboard
Appreciate all of your videos.
I appreciate that!
Hey Fambam! Would love to see these videos for Royal and Virgin ❤🥰
I know the website says the cruise must be paid in full if you’re paying through Uplift/payments however I was able to book it with a 9 month payment plan (cruise in July, paid off by next March) Something to keep in consideration. Credit score is above 700 though, idk if it matters.
Uplift financing rules and payment plans via carnival are totally different 🥰
He'll my friend great job I am going and it my first time in July iam going and a 7 day my family thank for the information
Thank you for all the Great tips. Going on my first cruise in 4 days. I am well prepared because of you both
Have fun!
Thank you for this informative video- I will be going on Carnival in May, haven't sailed with Carnival since 2019, this video is very helpful. Great info as always.
Great information Fam as usual. I need some of those tshirts ❤
i love you guys! you always give he best tips. and youre so cute together!!!!
Hey guys! Love your videos! Do you have any tips for embarkation day weddings? Or even just carnival wedding tips? Maybe you already have a video but I haven’t seen it yet! Thanks guys!
Carnival has a wedding department that does the advising for the wedding party and guest 🥰
Q how do u prepay for gratuities before your cruise
Through your cruise manager on carnival
Where them shirts at 👀 I’m ready to buy one
Sitting in my office waiting for me to add them to the site lol
A lot of great information in your videos, who do you guys recommend for travel insurance?
It depends honestly
ALLIANZ TRAVEL INSURANCE And if you plan to take more than 1 trip a yr like I do, get there annual plan. You pay once and travel worry free all year.
Love all of your videos, they’re so helpful! My boyfriend and I are going on a cruise in a couple of weeks and are doing late dining. I have social anxiety and I’m worried about us being at a table with other people. Can we request to have a table to ourselves?
Yes just ask the maitred when entering the restaurant
You all provide great information, I thought about the vlogs during and coming out of covid those were the vlogs I got to know Lynette and Stanley 😊
Aww thank you. Those were the days
Thank you for the great tips!
You are so welcome!
Hi I love you guys I’ve been wanting to go on a cruise for sooo long, do you know many people who cruise solo ?❤
Several
What if I pre booked an excursion for a island and bad weather prevented us from going there Will carnival refund my excursion?
If they cancel it then it’s refunded. If you decide to not go then it’s not
My husband and I are going on our first cruise in May. We have a question that we haven’t heard anyone address. We don’t drink alcohol and was wondering instead of bringing a bottle of wine could we bring sparkling cider that is equivalent to a bottle of champagne or wine?
Sure can 😁
Thank you for the reply
So if I understood correctly if there are more than 2 people staying in the room only 2 of them cam bring wine. Is that correct?
Also, do the carry-on have to be a specific size?
Are the Frappe's in the coffee shop included if you have the cheers package?
Yes
Love these videos.
First time future cruiser… What are the best floors to book on the ship and are 4 day cruises worth it?
Lido Deck.
Thank you!
Whenever we prepay the gratuity they charge us again on board and we have to go to guest service and stand in the long line to have the second gratuity charge removed and I always get the feeling of being judge like we are trying to get out of paying the gratuity 😢
Oh no, that shouldn’t be happening 😢
Elegant night was all white. Take a white dress which I didn't know and ended up at the buffet
Oh wow! I noticed they said it will be a white or a glow party. So, the dining is all white as well?
@grateful1878 Yes and Shein has been wonderful for formal dresses good enough for cruises and a good price
@caziontherise OK, thank you so much! I misunderstood. I thought the white party was separate from formal dinner. My dress is already white but I need to find something for my daughter. Thank you so much!
What? I have never heard that. I thought elegant night was something different than the white party. Neither dress is white.
How do you get your cask back that you don't spend, if you load cash on your card.
I live in the midwest in the central time zone but cruising out from Los Angeles which is on Pacific Time, shall I be picking my boarding time at 12:00 a.m. Pacific time?
Q do u have to get off the ship when u get to the ports if u dont want to?
You don’t have to but that the most fun and most of the purpose of cruising 🥰
You can take a 12 pack per passenger of a soft drink.
No per room
@@shyreetaallen2306 I did check per person
@@shyreetaallen2306 I did check. It's per person
I love your videos, you two are amazing! For dining do you have to pick a set time to see the show with the staff or can you choose your dining?
No but it’s easily missed with anytime dining
Ok ty
I have another question, do you have your make reservations for MDR with your time dining?
If i am traveling with my spouse and 2 kids, can pack 2 bottles of wine AND 2 12 can packs of soda?
Yep
If you load the sign and sail with cash do you still have to deal with holds while on the cruise. I know you will get all the cash back at the end, but do they take more than you send on the s&s when it's loaded with cash
No holds on cash
I'm not a first time cruiser, but I have a question. I have 7 more days left to become gold, and I book a 7 days cruise. Would I be gold that cruise or my next booked cruise?
You’d be hold on that cruise
Hi, I've only seen one of your videos so far, and I love it. You both seem like really nice and genuine people😊
I would like to become a travel agent and want to know if the live class "Blueprint For Becoming a Successful Travel Agent"
Is a good start for someone who is brand new to the travel advisor industry?
I saw a contact us link but wasn't sure if it was for the live classes. Thanks!
Sure is 🥰
Hey guys, if I’m on a 6 day cruise and we’re staying in Cabo 2 nights in a row, can I stay out all night the first night and get back on the boat the next day?
Usually yes.
@LifeWithUsTv Can this video be applied to 1st time cruisers on any cruise line, such as Royal Caribbean or Norwegian ?
Mostly yes since cruising follows the same blueprint on most things.
First time cruiser here: I have the carnival hub app. It gives me the option to buy general cash or entertainment cash before boarding. Is this the same as loading your sail card with cash to spend?
Also, if I purchase this ahead of time are they going to put a hold on my debit card used to buy the general cash for the sail card?
No it isn’t the same. 🥰
Hello, I have a question. Do you all recommend purchasing carnivals vacation perfection? 🙄 I’m asking because I purchased it once before and when I attempted to use it , they told me my reason wasn’t good enough. So what had to happen to use it death? 🤦🏾♀️
You definitely have to have cancelled for a covered reason.
What's in Bimini?
I have a question for the both you. Is the captain dinner included in the price of the cruise?
Elegant night dining in the main dining room is included. There’s no longer a captain dinner
Thanks for the advice
I saw on one of you guys' videos something about aarp getting a discount on gift cards. Where do you get the discounted card from??
Aarp
Ok I don't do alcohol at all, they offer bottomless bubbles do I need this ? Or is soda juice coffee and teas complimentary with my initial fare ? First time crusing on the Venezia in November 😊
Tea, lemonade, tap water is free. Breakfast oj, apple, some others like fruit punch and cranberry juice change everyday is free. Soda, bottled water, virgin drinks, there is a Cafe with muffins and frappe or lattes all cost money
Appreciate yall
You can bring hard liquor you have to sneak iit on 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I keep my house bill account separate from my vacation funds. Two different accounts, two different accounts
What’s the smoking policy?
Designated areas
I dont like how they only sell 8x10s. And to buy 5x7s, you have to buy the 8x10 plus 2-5x7s.
Digital prints same price as printed photos. They need more options for photos.
Agreed. Digital should be way cheaper
I am a group leader and one of rooms is a full accessible room but was scheduled in the back.
I found this out after the booking
I called to get it changed and now they want to charge
My sister had a stroke and not all right
What do you suggest
Without knowing the entire details. It could be that the room category you are trying to change to is a different price and there’s no way around it. Midship is more expensive for example.
Hi Guys, I'm looking for a company to make t-shirts for our family cruise on the carnival celebration in July. Would you have any suggestions?
Sure do email me codefuntravel@gmail.com
What if you have a foreign passport and birth certificate with government issued ID can that work?
Visit carnival website to find your scenario
Great video...of course.
I'm stupid. I said "When they start letting 2 year olds bring wine"
Me too! That’s exactly what I thought at first when I heard her say that. Lol
Should we bring a copy of our marriage license since my wife's id and birth certificate now have different last names
You can
“I’m attached to my money!!”
Now I heard my lady saying that same thing 18:31
Lol
i agree completely with the drink package point last july was my first ever cruise me and my husband got the package and yes it was worth it to us....
the way i see it is a bit of peace of mind i am not a heavy drinker but i was able to let loose while on the ship and on top of that i am a major coffee drinker and being able to get spiked coffee every morning was wonderful for me
Do you have to wear face mask on the cruise?
Nope
Okay so it's safe the reason I ask this is because I'm going on my first cruise this year so I'm nervous about not wearing a mask!
#25 omg. I am not talking to a family member now b/c of lying & flaking.
So me and wife can bring a bottle of wine each plus a 12pk of sodas each.
Yes or no
yes
I was just thinking about y’all. I try to be patient but I be waiting on y’all. 😂❤
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Why are y'all out of focus .. as a videographer I have to know lol
As a TH-camr Every video ain’t perfect and when the content is good there’s no redoing that. That’s the answer.
The bartenders make weak drinks if you don’t tip extra!
This was very informative The $20 in the casino is me because I can’t just give money away🤣 I like to receive it too much 🤣❤️🤍