Many people feel these are in the same class, others disagree.
They are both great for kids and singles but I really think it comes down to ships. That being said I will offer the opinion that NCL is a step above all but the newest Carnival ships.
Carnival does have that party image too so if you are looking to have some fun, it is a good option.
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Toddlers (ages 2 – 5)
From finger painting to cartoon time, arts and crafts to puppet shows, toddlers ages 2-5 are sure to have a blast. And, Carnival provides babysitting services in the evenings (for a nominal fee), so Mom and Dad can get in some “quiet time,” too.
Children also get their very own menus, featuring all their favorite foods. Hot dogs, chicken nuggets, pizza, macaroni & cheese and spaghetti & meatballs are all available on a Carnival cruise, so even pint-size guests can feel pampered on their “Fun Ship” family vacation.
Carnival provides stroller rentals fleet-wide, for a nominal fee.
Activities for toddlers may include:
SeaNotes Sing-a-longs – Music and Movement Activities
H2Ocean – Make your own Playdoh
Picture Bingo – Bingo for prizes/candy
A-B-Seas Reading and Story Time
Kid’s Talent Show
Face Painting
Soft Play Equipment
ExerSeas Indoor Ball Games, Parachute Games
Mini Late Night Parties – Including Candy Art, Dancing, Games & Sno Cones
“Fun Ship” Freddy Theme Activities
Movie Nights
Kids Dance Parties
T-Shirt Decorating
Note: Toddlers do not have to be potty-trained in order to be a part of Camp Carnival; parents simply need to provide the youth staff with diapers and toiletries for their child.
SECURITY SCREENING AND PROHIBITED ITEMS POLICY
In order to maintain a safe and secure environment, Carnival prohibits certain items onboard, i.e., weapons, candles, irons, alcohol, or other dangerous goods. According to our policy, Carnival conducts security scanning of all luggage and if prohibited items are found, they will be removed and stored for safekeeping until the end of the voyage. Retained item(s) will be delivered to the guest’s stateroom on the last night of their cruise. Unsealed liquids that are prohibited will be discarded, as well as any unclaimed items left after the voyage, and no compensation will be given in either case.
IMPORTANT – All luggage must be unlocked before being turned over to the porters in order to avoid any inconvenience or delay in delivering the luggage to the guest’s stateroom.
For additional information, please refer to the terms and conditions located in our cruise ticket contract and related FAQs on Carnival.com.
This policy will now be strictly enforced effective with January 30th sailings of all of our Miami ships, with the rest of the fleet to follow shortly thereafter. We kindly request your assistance in making sure your clients are aware of this policy so they can be properly prepared once they arrive at the port for their cruise departure.
