World’s FIRST Roller Coaster At Sea: HONEST REVIEW (POV Experience) Carnival Mardi Gras

The World’s FIRST Cruise Ship Roller Coaster is here! Bolt is now open to the Public and ready to give you and unforgettable experience! Today I will you a quick, in depth, honest and unbiased opinion on my experience on Bolt during the Carnival Mardi Gras Maiden Voyage
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[@JSHIPLIFE]

Did you like the review? Would you like me to do more? Please be sure to LIKE and SHARE this video!

[@aussiejohn5835]

Definitely do more reviews of the features on this ship and on any of your future travel adventures. I think you are missing your calling and would make an amazing cruise director.

[@josephdeleone9659]

I don't think 52 inches = 6'5" 😆 otherwise good video can't wait to see more. 😀

[@ytclaire2007]

Great video J! Loved the scenery. But, what is POV? 🤔

[@JSHIPLIFE]

@@ytclaire2007 “Point of View”

[@JSHIPLIFE]

@@josephdeleone9659 52 inches is the minimum height. I said “Max” not minimum.

[@zythraxzimmer4293]

The only appeal seems to be to be able to tell others that you rode one of the worlds shortest coaster rides on a cruise ship. We assumed this was included in order to attract passengers so this video was certainly educational in making us aware. At least the non-existent line to get on the ride makes better sense now in the video.

[@jeannecrawford6324]

They have a virtual queue.

[@maryloulong6789]

So like you, I live in Florida and go to the parks all the time. From what I can see from your point of view it was like a baby roller coaster ride. It looks more like a scenic ocean ride than a roller coaster. I believe the review was spot on. Good video as always. You need to cruise more often and do cruise reviews from on the ship. I think this is your purview. You do this better than the other guys whom I like but you’re just more suave and entertaining. We can call you Jay suave🥰

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Jay Suave! I like it! But you’re right. That’s exactly what it seemed like to me!

[@alexbelmore8147]

I was actually on the cruise and i totally agree that it’s a little overpriced. I was hoping to see you around the ship but we never bumped into each other. Great video!

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Aw I wish we could’ve met! I was doing a lot of running around the entire Cruise

[@ElloImNoodle]

@@JSHIPLIFE i saw you when I was leaving

[@supertouring1]

Not a little overpriced. I would say a lot overpriced!

[@johnquillman3607]

For the price I think it’s a little high. Maybe a discount for. 2 people, and 2 loops would be better.

[@markchowaniec82]

Sounds kind of pricey for less than 30 sec roller coaster ride. I would probably do it once to say I did it.

[@dennishicks6382]

My wife and I road it a few weeks ago and it was scary but worth it. I think 5 to 10 dollars should be the price though. Loved the ship also

[@mikepeter9479]

I’ll be on the Madi Gras on the 28th I probably won’t go on bolt. Seems WAY to short for $15. Also I love roller coasters and this ride doesn’t seem very “thrilling”. I’d be willing to pay maybe $5 for a ride.

[@trafficbabe]

Has to be for all ages!

[@mikepeter9479]

@@trafficbabe fair enough but when you call a ride a roller coaster I think for many people a thrill ride comes to mind.

[@miked8817]

Look at it this way, if you are dropping a few hundred bucks on drinks or at the casino then the extra $15 is no big deal.

[@mikepeter9479]

@@miked8817 yea you’re not convince me that $15 is a good deal for bolt. I can buy ticket to go to Six flags for $30 for a day and go on as many roller coasters as I want. All of which are longer and WAY more thrilling than bolt. $15 is a horrible price for one lap on a 5 second ride that’s mildly thrilling at best. Also I don’t go to casinos. And I enjoy cocktails so I’ll pay the price for them but I’m not gonna pay to go a ride that looks like I’ll get little to no enjoyment out of just because it happens to be the same price of drink I bought at the bar.

[@miked8817]

@@mikepeter9479 I didn't say it was a good deal, it was more of a "what the heck I already spent a couple grand on this vacation why not 15 more". $10 was going to be my limit but I caved and spent the extra few. I have passes to Universal and this ride isn't going to outshine them. Eventually they are boosting it to $19.

[@melissasiegel9682]

I liked the Sky Ride on the Carnival Horizon! The outside track suspends you above the ocean and the kid on the inside track and I had fun racing! Not being a coaster fan, I doubt I would ride on the Mardi Gras!

[@julianigoe1291]

At $15 I think it is a little expensive. But looks like great fun. I must say that I wouldn't pay that on land either 🍻🍻👍🇦🇺

[@emmib1388]

agreed ! but there are two groups I can see that would enjoy it -- those that decide it is my vacation and they are a little less 'conservative' with their vacation dollars (just like you would pay more for that drink with the umbrella on the ship that you wouldn't pay for on your regular Sat nite date) and those cruise enthusiast who want to brag about being on a roller coaster on the ocean.

[@julianigoe1291]

@@emmib1388 please don't assume that I am a drinker, as I don't drink alcohol either. I just don't see value in spending $15 on 30s of rollercoaster. I work to hard for my money to waste it on something like that. If people didn't pay the price would then become reasonable. But what people choose to spend there hard earned money on is up to them. Enjoy your cruising and maybe we might meet on the lido 🍻🇦🇺👍.

[@emmib1388]

@@julianigoe1291 I apologize if I did not word my comments correctly and I thought that I felt YOU personally were a drinker -- I actually meant the person that does drink or each chocolate or whatever splurge of a person's choice == some people, when on vacation , will spend more money on that item when they are in 'vacation mode' rather than 'real life' mode. Would be nice to meet someday -- but with current restrictions and every changing rules, it will be a long while before I cruise again ...

[@julianigoe1291]

@@emmib1388 it's all good. I personally think $5 is more than enough for that ride. Then more people would be inclined to ride it. They would make there money back alot sooner as more people would have a go. If you were taking 2 kids on thats $60 for 1 minute. 🍻🇦🇺

[@emmib1388]

@@julianigoe1291 yes-- that sounds fair- but consider -- it is new so people may pay more and as Jay mentioned -- they are checking to see if people will pay -- and if they do , it may stay , if not, it may get reduced. What I thought of is, those teens that have their cruise charge card with no credit limit ...and Mom and Dad find out how much they spent on it afterwards...because we know that whether on land or sea, when we (as a culture) pay by plastic rather than actual money , we usually spend more than we intended. But at some time later , I imagine a few conversations about how to spend your money wisely ! LOL

[@tiffanyvarelli8834]

This is what happened to high roller at stratosphere too... it wasn’t thrilling enough , like they think they can put a coaster on anything & ppl were looking for a thrill ride

[@JeffreyInPS]

I will definitely try it once. I will use my onboard credit! So far, I love the NCL Bliss Go Carts the best for cruise ship thrill entertainment and Royal Caribbean Aqua Theater for a show experience. Thank you for doing these videos. You have a fantastic personality and perfect for KZbin. I am a happy subscriber.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Yes I’m planning to go check out these forms of entertainment as well. Thank you so much for following me!

[@miked8817]

If you are interested in riding once on board make sure schedule on your Carnival app. Also check the forecasts. They don't run it in the rain.

[@kirkbrunson1967]

I would love to do this ride. I've spent $15 dollars on a lot of things and regretted it. This seems like a 1 or maybe 2 try thing. Great video Jay!

[@eleanor4482]

Looks like a lot of fun. Thanks for taking us along on the ride.😎

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Thanks for watching!

[@michelealkins616]

Great video, J - I love your channel. You’re very entertaining in a unique way! I watch a lot of cruise vloggers and you definitely have your own groove - keep up the great work! 👍🏻

[@QualityChildcare1]

Thanks for the update 😊I’ll pay $15 it’s the experience. I can’t wait to ride it.

[@cathyromito7788]

Good info and view of the ride! Thanks!

[@thisizdub]

I've tried this in November when i was on Mardi Gras. I was pleasantly surprised as to how fast it could go. I am a person who loves coasters so watching the video on this coaster I thought it was slow #WRONG. I get on the coaster, strap myself in the seat belt, and wait to begin. I'm instructed to wait until the light turns green but the person in front of me went while it was red. While waiting for the green lights i turn around and one of the operators told me to hit the throttle. GOT MY VOTE, I hit that suck to the max... then after a few seconds that succa flew out the gate and i was pleasantly surprised as to how fast it went. You get 2 Laps so it's a great experience

[@allynwadleigh2210]

You are just a big kid at heart! I give you credit for even getting on that ride!

[@pattijohnson8197]

I'd try it once. Can't wait to cruise again! Thanks for the review.

[@laurahiers5295]

Thanks for the review. Looks fun!

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Thanks for watching!

[@gburgan]

Wow. Quite the scoop getting the POV angle. Keep up the great work!

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Thanks George!

[@WillSing4TP]

That would be so fun, especially if it went faster & lasted longer. 😊 That being said, it should be free. Period. G Mini golf is free, surfing is free, zip lines are free on other cruise lines.

[@dandurocher1328]

Once the novelty wears off, I’m sure it will be a complimentary…….

[@debbierhodes4479]

Even though $15 is a little high for one loop it wouldn't put me off from doing it one time ( heck, I paid close to $100 to Para sail for about 3 minutes!) But I'm afraid of heights and I really think just being up on a little "Motorcycle" hooked to a piece of steal that far up would terrify me! But it looks cool and I'm sure my daughter will love it!

[@miked8817]

Word on board is the the price will go up to $19 in a few weeks. I agree with your assessment. It was not a hardcore adrenaline rush, but it was still pretty fun and definitely something to try out.

[@DKingillustrator]

I LOVE Carnival. We are going on Mardi Gras next year

[@letmypeoplegrow8771]

I think it’s pretty cool. I’m on this ship now. It’s nice!

[@shalundracole7932]

Hey J. That was Awesome🎉😆. Thanks for Sharing!! #MardiGras #Bolt

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Thanks for watching!

[@darleneeastburn7639]

Missed you J .. let’s go ..!

[@fruitydrinksfl]

Looks like fun!

[@loriwhitbord9860]

How's the noise level on the cabins below? Coasters can be loud. Example New York/New York Hotel in Las Vegas.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

I heard it was annoying

[@kaligrownbudz6200]

Sounds like our boy j is also a fan of the Doug Demuro channel👍.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

See what I did there😂

[@carmenharris4715]

Cool. Let's Go.

[@m2kay42]

So freaking cool!!! Wish more cruise ships did this, especially Disney Cruises, they would flourish.

[@douglasmassi1593]

Awesome

[@kevwwong]

It seems pretty cool to have a coaster at sea, but the price does sound a bit high. Obviously the thrill factor isn't on par with what's on land (doesn't help that I live near Canada's Wonderland with its 17 coasters) but I have to give props for the innovation, and for putting something out there that just seems like fun. And once again, props to Jay for "taking one for the team"!

[@SteveCChapman]

It looked kind of clanky, shakey, with that toothed track mechanism. Was the ride smooth?

[@lindatannock]

Looked really rough to me!!

[@joieb340]

I agree with the price being a bit much but I think I would do it. We have our first cruise post covid in December. Sure hoping we get to go. We have missed two cruises in the last year and a half. Really enjoy your video's thank you!!

[@desire2travel]

Very cool. Thanks for the video. Like you, I live in FL and visit Orlando quite often so I would try Bolt for the novelty of it but don't imagine I'd be a repeat customer. I'm more of a Krakken and Hulk roller coaster rider.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Same!

[@CYCO1631]

Spent a day (I'm from South Carolina, so only a day) at Magic Mountain... back before, you know... California burned down, then drowned in Liberal Covid-19 related death. You've not ridden a roller coaster (OK, maybe if you've been to Cedar Point you have)... until you've ridden Tatsu and X2. Bolt... is not these... nor is it Kingda Ka, Bizzaro, or Fury325. It's not even Mind Eraser... but, since it's on a cruise ship... I guess we must give Carnival some props for it's attempt to put anything resembling a thrill ride on a moving platform, regardless of how large that platform is.

[@kstaffen-justlovescruising]

I could see paying $15 to do it once, just to say I did it. Buy it would have to be fantastic to do it more than once.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Agreed

[@JohnnyFuturePast]

It looks more like a novelty than a fun ride-I don’t like my coasters tame like that but I would probably do it for the views…thanks for the Real-time and honest opinions!

[@MrsJones-nk6gx]

Hey Jay. Always love your content very informative. Just wanted to point out a correction. The required height to ride the roller coaster is not 6'5" as stated. It's 52 in or 4 ft 4 richest. Just add it to your blooper reel. 😛

[@JSHIPLIFE]

I was talking about the max height…

[@Knightnurse90]

Glad you reviewed the ride . Living in Florida I would contemplate even waiting forever the ride let alone pay for it ! That’s a big no here .

[@jenmarino9144]

Fun. Short but fun

[@jman199315]

It looks fine, I think for me the selling point just on the video POV because man does that look fantastic.

[@vikkorheel9966]

Fn awesome!

[@mavoisine3]

Good job.

[@gretchenbarnhill2167]

I'm not a regular roller coaster fan but I do like the alpine coasters and this is what it reminds me of. I agree that $15 is too much.

[@supertouring1]

Genting cruises is also building a ship with roller coaster that is going to be longest (not sure if faster) than the Mardi Gras. But Carnival will always be the FIRST cruiseline to have a roller coaster.

[@supertouring1]

Since Genting cruises went under, their roller coaster dream is over, but maybe Disney will continue to install the coaster on the former Genting cruieship they bought.

[@CesarinPillinGaming]

With that price I would not be surprised if in the future its bundled in one of these packages you see on cruises a lot.

[@JackDecker63]

Don't blink or you'll miss it.

[@txchpr1986]

The view looks incredible, but I think most people will say it's priced too high.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

It is

[@troyaebel4682]

Ride could be shaped like a fighter jet cockpit start with a launch like off the aircraft carrier

[@margaretharmon7485]

Was the line long to ride? I don't know about the price tho, but it looks like fun👍

[@kellymarroquin541]

Yes exactly go for the experience don’t care about the price tag u already paid how much for the cruise umm so 15 /17 shouldn’t really matter it’s the thrill the experience the excitement

[@lummoxx8586]

Wonder how much time it will be off line.. like the Skyride. A real maintenance headache!

[@troyaebel4682]

Next ship part of the ride goes through the ship that would be awesome

[@lummoxx8586]

They could do the "keel haul coaster" and go under the ship!

[@lisaleach9179]

Okay Jay help me out, what is "POV"? I thought you couldn't have a camera while riding it I love all your reviews 😍

[@_missjenn]

Should give u a couple laps other then that 👍🏻👍🏻

[@CaboWabotv]

cool idea, but I think I still prefer the NCL go-carts

[@keyman6689]

Was it rough? The coaster vehicle looked like it was bouncing and shaking pretty good.

[@rlord7053]

I would do it...just once. Maybe I missed it, where is there a belt or something to secure you in the seat?

[@rebeccarhymer5632]

Was it very bumpy/vibrating? We will only ride 1x for $15 just for the experience. We are sailing in Oct. Thanks for your video!

[@pipfield1901]

Think one go should be complimentary but after that 2 goes round if people want to go again for the price.

[@shopper5969]

Nice, but I don’t do roller coasters Im not old, but I’m not young either lol. I know age don’t have anything to do with a ride lol. It looks really fun and smooth ride if you don’t go to fast. Enjoy!!!!

[@Freddypt100]

hi J is not the longest or fastest roller coaster I ever seen but it does have a great view for $ 15

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Agreed!

[@chevysnfirst]

J SCORE I like it!

[@kittiew260]

I wish it was as cool as Millennium force or steel vengeance. Seriously the only reason I want to sail this ship is to ride another record breaking coaster however one ride 15 bucks per person crazy Is there a discount if a American Coaster enthusiast lol. Great stuff keep it up

[@arunpandey1841]

Hey shiplife do they have indian crew on board Mardi gras ..becasue they are not giving loe to indian crew I dnt know y .

[@morenita4u7]

Cool😮 but scary😱 at the same time.

[@alk61695]

I thought they had a strict no camera policy? Also did you ride it twice? The POV shot the ship looked like it was docked at Amber Cove but you getting off was in Nassau. Or am I spoiling the secret

[@Mr.And.Mrs.Wedding]

I feel like this should be included in your cruise cost

[@leggz2di4]

After you saw it get stuck….I’m surprised you got on it lol

[@sarinotsorry2478]

So wait 🤯 does the ride run while the boat is in motion out to sea? Looks like you are docked or at a port ? But yes that would be interesting to experience while the boat was in motion on open sea wow

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Yes it still runs while at sea. It just happened to be docked the day I jumped on the ride

[@kathleencraig3804]

It is pricey I agree but for the first roller coaster on a cruise ship it's an adventure.

[@CYCO1631]

...It's not Kingda Ka, and... a bit expensive... but, cool I guess. Probably tough sledding to build a true roller coaster on a moving platform, regardless of how large that platform is.

[@chantirooksstillkickingit]

Hey! ✌🏾

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Hey!

[@sherikennedy4117]

best thing about this video? j score...lol. i think $15 is pricey. would i pay it? probably. would be nice if you got 2 go arounds for that 15 bucks. thanks for this amazing view! and welcome back home.

[@shonnie089]

I'm glad you took us on the ride with you. $15 is a tad high for one lap at 40 mph!

[@laurelbrennan6295]

Hi Justin, any safety harnesses?

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Yes around the waist

[@laurelbrennan6295]

That's good, I couldn't see them. Whatever happened to the guys that were stuck on it from the video the other day? How did they get stuck?

[@chuckhibbard3402]

I would do it for that price .

[@kathleensuhy1875]

I believe the ride should consist of twice around the track instead of once around the track. With a price of $15 that is the least Carnival could do.

[@phyllishampton5402]

On the videos that I've seen for this tide it appears the ship is docked

[@benmangrum8626]

I’m kinda sad because I was supposed to be on Mardi Gras in June

[@teresamiller5412]

Too pricey for that short ride. Thanks for sharing

[@joannwilliams7763]

Looks fun, but definitely pricey for one loop around.

[@WillSing4TP]

Were there any seat belts? 😬

[@rpmcmurphy214]

Didn't one of cars get stuck on the track earlier in the week?

[@emmib1388]

yes -- for a very short time (i think it was a few minutes) ...(per a response given to someone on that same video)

[@debwright4655]

The pricing is a little steep and I hate heights and roller coasters but I am determine to come home with bragging rights that I did it.

[@pw-sz6ds]

Priced way too high. I felt like I riding on it through this vblog and just when I was really enjoying it…it stopped. Done. Ride over. Huge let down. Glad I didn’t pay $15. So thanks for the free ride😂. I’m good!

[@jessknuteson7633]

Is it $15 for the ride up to two people or per person?

[@miked8817]

per person

[@TravelWithJosianne]

When is your next cruise 🚢

[@steventomasi5557]

I'd understand 15 bucks a ride if you had multiple laps but for just one lap I would say 5 bucks makes more sense

[@miss_pinky_ivy4072]

Yeah you right $15 Dollars is over price for this ride i said $10 agreeable price

[@themeparktyler]

Hello! I do tiktok videos based on theme parks and rollercoasters with 16k followers. Am I able to use the on ride POV of this footage for a video and will of course give you full credit? ☺️

[@erichchan3]

$15/ride is insane. It should be like $5/ride and that is already pushing it. If they really wanted to make bank on it and have it operating all the time they should charge like $3/ride or have some unlimited ride pass for the week.

[@annmariem7718]

I'm so sick of things not being included in the cruise price. You pay a price for the cruise, all things onboard should be included!

[@TheTravelerMan]

I think that every passenger should have one ride included, then be able to buy additional tickets if desired.

[@eliasreyes3099]

If everything would be included then many many people (families) could no longer afford cruises, and that would suck more then you not getting a ticket to a roller coaster.

[@jillbotsford1028]

Shocked $15