{"id":8089,"date":"2017-08-16T20:36:30","date_gmt":"2017-08-16T20:36:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carnival.com\/awaywego\/?p=8089"},"modified":"2024-07-19T01:24:08","modified_gmt":"2024-07-19T01:24:08","slug":"first-timers-guide-to-carnivals-onboard-activities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carnival.com\/awaywego\/cruising-fun\/onboard-activities\/first-timers-guide-to-carnivals-onboard-activities","title":{"rendered":"POV: You\u2019re Stepping On Board a Carnival Cruise for the First Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n

You\u2019ve probably heard your friends talking about their amazing cruise to Hawaii last year, or eavesdropped on some people in the grocery store checkout line chatting away about their upcoming tropical cruise vacation. People everywhere just love cruising, what can we say! But for those who have never had the chance to set sail on an unforgettable cruise vacation, this one\u2019s for you! We\u2019re about to turn those ever-present tales of relaxation and adventure into a reality.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Today, we ask that you do us a favor and pretend that you\u2019re about to embark on a Carnival cruise for the very first time. Your maiden voyage! So, kick back, put your reading glasses on, and let your imagination run free as we enter the wonderful world of cruising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Taking Your First Steps Onboard<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Envision yourself taking those first steps onto the ship, and quickly heading straight into a world of excitement and adventure. Don\u2019t close your eyes though, we still need you to read! Imagine the bright blue ocean stretching out endlessly before you, the salty breeze ruffling your hair just the slightest bit. Don\u2019t worry, it looks cute! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Your luggage is already dropped off in your room, you\u2019ve checked in at your muster station and just like that, the whole ship is yours to explore. Wow, was your stomach the one that just made a weird growling noise? You suddenly realize that you\u2019re starving after a day of travel and participating in exciting activities both on and off the ship. Now\u2019s a better time than any to go searching for a bite to eat and something refreshing to drink, don\u2019t you think? You\u2019ve heard rave reviews about Guy\u2019s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse<\/a>, and are more than ready to head to FlavorTown to fuel up before your ship\u2019s fun-filled Sail Away Party (usually around 3-4pm).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Discovering The Cruise Schedule Essentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Great news: every evening of your voyage, the \u2018Fun Times\u2019 Newsletter arrives in your stateroom, chock full of everything you can enjoy the following day. When you realize it’s been delivered to your cabin mailbox, you snatch it up and start eagerly scanning through it, circling the events that catch your eye. And if you happen to forget your copy of the \u2018Fun Times\u2019 Newsletter in your cabin you can easily access all of this information and more on the Carnival HUB app<\/a>. Between \u201cFun Times” and the app you’ll have access to all the information you could ever want to know about your journey, including top entertainment suggestions, onboard events, recommended attire (cruise casual, elegant, etc.), daily food and beverage deals, and more. This pairing is, without a doubt, the holy grail of cruise schedule essentials! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You start jotting down a plan, or creating one in the Carnival HUB app\u2014an early morning pilates class sounds nice\u2026 and you simply MUST play a round or two of pickleball. Trivia, karaoke<\/a>, spa treatments<\/a>, shopping<\/a>, lounging by the pool\u2014 you want to do it all during your time at sea! You keep going, and by the time you lift your pen, you\u2019ve circled half the newsletter (don\u2019t worry, we all do it). The possibilities are endless, and you can hardly wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

POV: Cruising with Kiddos<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You\u2019ve done a little research before arriving, and already know that younger kids aged 2-11 can head over to Camp Ocean<\/a>\u2014a supervised program designed to enlighten and entertain young minds\u2014 or to the wild and wacky world of Seuss at Sea<\/a>, where families can watch as their favorite books are brought to life through onboard character parades, interactive story time, arts & crafts activities and more! Plus, how could anyone forget the Build-a-Bear Workshop at Sea<\/a>? A brief stroll to explore the ship already has your kiddos buzzing with excitement, their eyes lighting up at the flashing sights and sounds of the onboard arcade<\/a>, the huge twisting water slides<\/a> and the fun-filled playground that is SportSquare<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Your tweens and teens, meanwhile, can\u2019t wait to disappear into the spaces meant just for them. They\u2019ve already scoped out Circle \u201cC\u201d<\/a> (for ages 12-14) and Club O2<\/a> (ages 15-17), hang out spots where they can dance, karaoke, watch movies and play video games to their heart\u2019s content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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And when you all come back together, you can already tell that there are plenty of family activities to go around. You can\u2019t wait to laugh and scream with glee as you all race on the SkyRide<\/a>, cool off together at WaterWorks<\/a> and snuggle under blankets as the sun sets at a Dive-In Movie<\/a> at the Seaside Theater.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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POV: An Adults-Only Getaway<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you\u2019re cruising without kids, you\u2019re acutely aware that your days are completely yours to fill with whatever your heart desires, whether that\u2019s a dance class, a cocktail and a good book by the pool or a delicious meal at one of your ship\u2019s onboard restaurants. You plan out a day of wellness<\/a>\u2014 hitting the Fitness Center<\/a> for some cardio, before grabbing a light breakfast at Lido Marketplace<\/a> and then heading over to the Cloud 9 Spa Hydrotherapy Pool<\/a> to soak up all the essential vitamins and minerals your body has been missing. It\u2019s an R&R extravaganza, and it\u2019s what you deserve. This is your cruise fantasy, after all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As the sun sets, the ship transforms into a haven of nightlife and entertainment. You may start your evening with a cocktail at Alchemy Bar<\/a>, where the bartenders use their mixology magic to turn regular cocktails into one-of-a-kind concoctions. Maybe you want to sing your heart out with some new friends at Piano Bar<\/a>, or dance the night away at the Nightclub<\/a>! It\u2019s all here, and it\u2019s all within reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you\u2019ve made it this far, you already know that a cruise vacation is just the thing you\u2019ve been missing. Click here<\/a> to check out Carnival\u2019s destinations, or click here<\/a> to take a peek at all our sailings!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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