I cruise on Carnival so often that its ships have come to feel like a home away from home.
The author in the Lido buffet on board the Carnival Radiance.
I've sailed with Carnival more than 10 times in the past five years, and it's become my favorite choice for budget getaways.
I've cruised with Carnival to the Mexican Riviera and Caribbean out of ports in California, Florida, and Louisiana on smaller ships accommodating 2,600 passengers and larger ships accommodating up to 5,282 guests.
Here's what to watch out for so you can be a savvy sailor the next time you find yourself on board a Carnival ship.
Persons:
Lori A, I'm, I've, it's
Organizations:
Holland America, Virgin, Carnival Cruises, Riviera
Locations:
Holland, Caribbean, California , Florida, Louisiana