Carnival Jubilee Was Not What We Expected - Our Honest Cruise Review
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Carnival Jubilee is the latest mega-ship from @Carnival. We just returned from 7 days onboard this ship, and it certainly surprised us. Find out what we loved and hated about this new Carnival Cruise Line ship with our honest Carnival Jubilee Cruise Review.
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Carnival Jubilee Cruise Review
0:00 Introduction
0:51 Casual Dining
2:57 Pool Deck
4:50 Sports Deck
7:00 Daily Activities
8:47 Signature Entertainment
11:05 Main Dining Room
13:47 Specialty Dining
15:40 Nightlife
17:58 Bars and Lounge
20:05 Stateroom
CARNIVAL JUBILEE CRUISE
Like our previous Carnival Cruises, Carnival Jubilee shined for casual dining. From the hamburgers at Guys Burger Joint to burritos at Blue Iguana and Shaq's Big Chicken, there is plenty to enjoy on the pool deck. Inside is the Coastal Slice with some of the best pizzas at sea. Guy's Pig and Anchor BBQ on sea days, and Beach Buns.
While the Casual Dining was fantastic, the main dining room was average. With Dine Your Way, we could eat at the Pacific Restaurant on Carnival Jubilee. Plus, we had the ability for the Carnival Jubilee review to eat at ChiBang and Cucina del Capitano. So, the flexible dining program's variety of options is a plus. While cruising, take advantage of the sea day brunch.
During our seven days onboard Carnival Jubilee, we tested two of the specialty restaurants. The steakhouse Fahrenheit 555 served admirable selections for the price. Rudi's Sea Grill offers seafood selections with plenty of flavor, too. Several additional upcharge restaurants, including the popular teppanyaki steakhouse and Bonsai Sushi, are also available.
Another typical element of the Carnival Jubilee cruise ship was the staterooms. Our balcony stateroom was on par with the competition. We feel the staterooms across the Carnival Cruise Line fleet are pretty bland, but what they lack in style is made up for in functionality. So, with plenty of storage and outlets, it was more than comfortable for the entire week.
Carnival Cruise Line ships are known as the fun ships, and Carnival Jubilee was no different. The cruise director, Kyndall Fire, made sure to keep the energy up all week. From the cruiser competitions to trivia sessions, game shows, and other Fun Squad events, there was a lot happening on Carnival Jubilee.
There were also a plethora of daytime activities. At night, there was a variety of live music throughout the ship. Over the seven nights, five different comedians offered adult-and family-friendly sets. Other activities like karaoke, Deal or No Deal, and several deck parties meant there was something to do at all hours of the day.
Carnival Jubilee boasts five different pools on the outdoor decks. The largest is the Beach Pool on Deck 16. There are also two aft pools, the Tides Pool and the Patio Pool. At the Serenity, adults have their own sundeck with a pool, two whirlpools, and plenty of loungers and day beds.
Families can also enjoy the Ultimate Playground. This sports deck has a mini-golf course, basketball court, jogging track, and an impressive waterpark. There is also Bolt, the electronic rollercoaster. This 45-second ride is worth the $15 upcharge.
While there were various daytime and nighttime activities, the bar line-up was standard. For our review of Carnival Jubilee, we made sure to stop at all of the bars. Among our favorites was the new Dr. Inks. We also enjoyed the cocktails at the Golden Mermaid and some mellow piano music.
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Thanks for sharing! We board this ship next month!!
Thanks for the vid! We embark in two weeks!
Great job! We just got off the Jubilee yesterday and between all 3 XL Class Ships she was our favorite! Teppanyaki is a must do! It really is entertaining!
@Eatsleepcruise1
3 ай бұрын
When is the next cruise?
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Also, thank you for your work on putting this together.✔
@Eatsleepcruise1
3 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it. Are you planning on sailing on Jubilee?
Always love your videos! Very well done!
@Eatsleepcruise1
3 ай бұрын
Thanks. You sailing on Jubilee?
@LongTimeCruisers
3 ай бұрын
@@Eatsleepcruise1 Sailed on Jubilee in December for inaugural cruise, but we are back on her in May, September and next January
Very nice review! SO Disappointing that none of the Excel ships have stairs and handrails into the pools for those with mobility challenges.
Thanks for the video. My dad in mom sail carnival all time this one they haven do yet. Actually thinking about this in Italy 🇮🇹 ship . My mom big ship not her fav with carnival. Still thinking royal or celebrity theo also
We will be on there in June 2025!!!❤❤
Will be onboard April 26… look for a decorative door. You will figure it out. Let’s play.
@Eatsleepcruise1
3 ай бұрын
Have a great cruise!
I posed for the same picture on the ropes course. It's in the thumbnail for my video on the Jubilee. 😂
@Eatsleepcruise1
3 ай бұрын
Very cool. When did you sail?
@DavidAdkins78
3 ай бұрын
January 20th. @@Eatsleepcruise1
How you compare this to MardiGras? who have the upper hand?
So do you Recommend this ship ? Yes or no ? Is Galveston a cool place to spend the day ? Or just stick with east coast spots like Miami or port Canaveral ? Thanks
@n3wt
3 ай бұрын
I love Galveston Kemah boardwalk and pleasure pier and good But not clear beaches
@Eatsleepcruise1
3 ай бұрын
We would recommend the ship. We didn’t get to spend much time in Galveston. What we saw looked like a nice place for a few days pre-cruise.
@Babyangel3838
3 ай бұрын
Definitely is a must to spend time in Galveston but be aware beach is not a clear water other than that is a nice port to spend the day with so many things to do.
@dannankani4060
2 ай бұрын
Galveston is definitely fun for a couple days before or after your cruise! Loads of great restaurants and plenty of affordable places to stay. Beaches on the southern part of the island are better than the public park on the northern part of the island.
How do these channels get such good video clips do they record everything themselves
@Eatsleepcruise1
3 ай бұрын
Yes. These are all our clips. You sailing on Jubilee soon?
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How was the WiFi on the ship as well as did u have ESPN in your room?
@bellabeasophia
2 ай бұрын
Wifi was better 4/8 than Feb17. No ESPN in room . ESPN was at The Bar on 8 Summers Landing.
Hi, so if you have your time dining, you aren't allowed to eat at Chi Bang and the Capitano at lunch? So when would you be allowed to eat there?
@Eatsleepcruise1
2 ай бұрын
Good question. Anyone one can eat at chi bang and cucina del capitano for lunch. You still need to enter a virtual queue for lunch. Let us know if you have other questions.
@Kellyngo1981
2 ай бұрын
@@Eatsleepcruise1 thank you!
@lisae2393
2 ай бұрын
Those restaurants open up to everyone after 7:30 pm.
With a lot of cellphones going to USB C, it sucks Carnival hasn't gotten into the times!
@Eatsleepcruise1
3 ай бұрын
Many cruises lines haven’t. Are you sailing on Jubilee soon?
How does the pickleball work?
@Eatsleepcruise1
9 күн бұрын
It is free and they have the gear there. Or, you can bring your own.
@valeriecrosby698
6 күн бұрын
@@Eatsleepcruise1 How often do they open it up for pickleball and for how long? Do you put your paddle in like in open play places?
It just seemed like an overview? The title just didn’t match the content. Which ship did you prefer Icon? Or celebration?
@Eatsleepcruise1
3 ай бұрын
We actually have a video coming out comparing the two ships, so stay tuned.
Why didn't you touch on the casino?
@Eatsleepcruise1
3 ай бұрын
We didn't use the casino. It was large and often hectic.
Gangnam style? What is this, 2012?
@Eatsleepcruise1
3 ай бұрын
Apparently.
The new Carnival ships are overcrowded and the new side stage is a disaster. I hope they change this ship design to get rid of LONG lines and a theatre that you cannot see the show at and is filled with noise from the decks and passage ways that go through it. Nothing like listening to the Casino bells and smelling the cigarette stench while you watch a show that has the view blocked by decks (ceilings and floors) blocking the view or the passengers walking in front of you and talking to friends in the audience. It is a beautiful ship with a few serious design flaws.
@GoArmy87
Ай бұрын
Go build your own ship!
The up-charge or really just extra cost sport activities 😢 are a bit if a bummer
@lisae2393
2 ай бұрын
The only upcharge sport activity is the Roller Coaster.
shacks big chicken was just Meh.. for my husband and i.
@Eatsleepcruise1
2 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear that. It’s one of our favs. Happy cruising.
Did he say "$15 for a 50 second ride" REALLY ROFLMAO Not in my life time.
No this ship is so unstable. Not a fan of this ship.
How was it not what you expected? It’s literally identical to the last 2 ships they’ve made?