Have you taken a cruise on the Carnival Venezia? How would you compare it to other Carnival ships??
@patricec.29576 ай бұрын
I travelled on the Venezia when it was still Costa Venezia. Personally, I'd say it's one of the most beautiful ships I've ever sailed on.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
@@patricec.2957 that’s excellent to hear. And I agree. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
@patricec.29576 ай бұрын
@@SoloCruiseTravel and if you're lucky enough to travel on the sistership Carnival Firenze, you'll realize he's even more beautiful, I spent 5 weeks on the Firenze last year from Santos to Copenhagen, definitly the most beautiful cruise I've done so far.
@adventuresandvacations49476 ай бұрын
Just got home from a 10 day, had the pleasure of having a terazza cabana balcony. I don't think I could ever go back to a regular balcony now. The peaceful exclusive area is a game changer. The 2 private lounge chairs and the hammock was the most relaxing. There were many times the 2 private hot tubs myself or my wife were the only ones in. You will meet your neighbors who are much more respectful in comparison to other rooms.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
@@adventuresandvacations4947 I definitely want to do that area for my room in the future. Thanks for the advice and I’m so glad you enjoyed it.
@820e4cf7jh6 ай бұрын
Great content. I did a 12 day October 28th 2023 and absolutely LOVED the Venezia! ALL the different seating nooks just like you said ALL around the ship were absolutely spectacular! Why people would expect for this ship to be just like all the other Carnival ships is beyond me. Smh. I actually prefer this layout over the more traditional Carnival ships. 👌🏾
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
Couldn’t agree more. Thanks so much for your feedback!
@patriciaterantino298411 күн бұрын
My family and I were on the Venezia in August....We LOVED it!!
@DeannaGrant-gy5lf5 ай бұрын
I went on ship on April 2024. I had the best time ever. The staff was fantastic the ship was so clean. My room was the best. Two bathroom in a room how cool. The could have been better but it was the best time of my life.
@lindasanderson48294 ай бұрын
The what could have been better? We’re going in two weeks and are so excited! 🙂
@nyree_z_journeywithme6 ай бұрын
I’m so happy to see your review! There is a small group of us sailing on her in June. I cannot wait to see this ship in person!
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
You’ll love it! If you haven’t already, check out the full length trip report l did. A lot more context there!
@davidsking032524 күн бұрын
I appreciate the video. I'm doing a 10 day on the Venezia in late October out of NY.
@SoloCruiseTravel24 күн бұрын
@@davidsking0325 wishing you a wonderful cruise!
@loversofanimal12 күн бұрын
Me too!
@SoloCruiseTravel12 күн бұрын
@@loversofanimal how great! You’re going to have a blast. If you’re interested, I detailed my entire 9 day Venezia journey elsewhere here on the channel. Bon voyage!
@loversofanimal12 күн бұрын
@@SoloCruiseTravel thanks I want to learn about the restaurant on the ship. I am going swimming with the pigs 🐷 in Bahamas 🇧🇸
@SoloCruiseTravel12 күн бұрын
@@loversofanimal I did that too and covered it in the other video. Definitely check it out!
@laniesider25864 ай бұрын
I’m excited for our cruise on the Venezia, we prefer smaller ships less crowded. Carnival is brilliant for bringing back new smaller ships, I think it’s targeted more towards older people or people that are more comfortable with smaller ships. Less children on board and less crowded atmosphere. We’ve been on Carnivals new ship’s Mardi Gras and celebration, they are beautiful!
@MissBriBrizzle6 ай бұрын
Great video. Sailing on the Firenze soon!
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
Woohoo! Same here 👏
@trvlnlitegypsy94983 ай бұрын
I’m going on this ship AGAIN in September. This will be my 4th time. ❤❤❤❤the Venezia.
@SoloCruiseTravel3 ай бұрын
Such a great ship
@chowchillachuck15 күн бұрын
I am booked on this ship for a 7 night cruise to Bermuda September 27th. I have only done one other Carnival cruise but I enjoyed it. We typically cruise Princess or HAL. I tried Carnival for the first time last fall just to do something different.
@BruceBrown-r4m6 ай бұрын
Was on Venezia in January and loved it so much I am going again in April.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
That is awesome to hear. She is a great ship with a bad PR problem. Thanks for sharing your feedback!
@patricec.29576 ай бұрын
@@SoloCruiseTravel The problem isn't PR, the problem is that a majority of Americans don't want to understand that there are other countries and cultures outside the USA.
@davidenglish51426 ай бұрын
I was onboard 10 days in November and will be back for Bermuda this summer! One of my favorites.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
That’s outstanding! Thanks for sharing. Happy cruising.
@kimandchasewilson30756 ай бұрын
Sailing on her to Bermuda in August!
@cathyatgansettdeals8376 ай бұрын
We loved this ship in October and cruising again in a few weeks. The Terrazza area was lovely and we enjoyed our Terrazza room with access. The only thing I felt lacking was the Lido buffet - but all the alternatives were terrific, especially Chinese on Sea Days at the Seafood Shack and the deli.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
We agree!
@patrickhill6676 ай бұрын
We loved everything from the food to the beautiful interior spaces, and the staff was exceptional.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
That’s so reassuring to hear. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and thrilled you enjoyed it!
@salaa0655 ай бұрын
Going on this ship in December and really don't know what to expect, video has good information
@SoloCruiseTravel5 ай бұрын
Thanks! And you can check out my full trip report also on the channel if it’ll make you feel more comfortable about your trip. I really liked this ship and what it offered. The rage against it leaves me confused.
@DeannaGrant-gy5lf4 ай бұрын
You will have the best time believe me. The staff is fantastic!!!
@kimandchasewilson30756 ай бұрын
Traveling to Bermuda on her in August! Can't wait!
@gloatingballs62226 ай бұрын
Guess we might be on the same trip😅😅😅
@kimandchasewilson30756 ай бұрын
@@gloatingballs6222 cool beans I'm traveling with my bestie and teenage son. If you see a drunk weirdo with an art pad in serenity say hello!
@SoloCruiseTravel5 ай бұрын
Woohooo!
@mahimer-bb5kg4 ай бұрын
Omg me too let's be friends
@kimandchasewilson30753 ай бұрын
I'm down! I'll have my bestie and sister with me as well.@@mahimer-bb5kg
@thomaskorner7622 ай бұрын
I have taken cruises on other Carnival ships. Going on the Venezia in Oct.and so far it looks much more elegant then the other Carnival ships. I think I'm going to like it; even the Lido Deck.
@SoloCruiseTravel2 ай бұрын
It really is more elegant and the theme throughout is a lot more fun than most of the new Vista class ships that just sorta seem modern without a theme. I will be boarding the sister ship to the Venezia next month the Firenze and it looks nearly identical to this ship with just a few color twists and it looks like a couple additions. I only want to do these ships now! Have a great cruise.
@MrWill19854 ай бұрын
I may sail on the Venezia if I go on a cruise. Hopefully from Central Pennsylvania I can take the amtrak to NY Penn Station and get the subway and walk to the terminal the same day
@reginaobrien89836 ай бұрын
Booked on this ship for October. Really excited! Traveling solo. The ship looks beautiful and I’m guessing I’ll love the design and offerings. It’s nice to hear something positive.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
You'll love it. The PR problem this ship has is so strange as it is by far the nicest Carnival ship I have ever been on. Wishing you happy cruising. Where will the Venezia be taking you?
@davidholmes87916 ай бұрын
You going over Halloween?
@jenuitalobster73785 ай бұрын
Traveling the Venezia in November with some friends and can’t wait. This is my first Carnival cruise, I’m an NCL girl. But it looks like I might enjoy this ship!
@SoloCruiseTravel5 ай бұрын
You're going to have a great time. Where will the Venezia be taking you?
@thomasmichels68856 ай бұрын
Did this cruise in February. Did the 13day cruise had a great time loved the ship
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
Thank you for helping to shift the weird PR narrative that it is some awful experience. I quite loved the ship and my cruise as well. 13 days must have been a blast.
@Tina2tuАй бұрын
Wow now I need to book this ship 😍🙏🏾
@ZiggyZ8205 ай бұрын
Wonderful wonderful video can’t wait to go on at three weeks from today 10 day cruise out of New York
@SoloCruiseTravel5 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for taking time to watch and share your thoughts. Where is the Venezia taking you?
@PandaManda8886 ай бұрын
Thanks for this vid. 😊 Booked the Magic but Carnival changed it to the Venezia (6/19/23, 8 day cruise off Manhattan). For some reason, the crew seemed so disorganized, cranky, & unfriendly, except for a few. Smiling or being pleasant to the guests seemed too much. School was out so it was super crowded. There was no available space in the limited number of swimming pools. Small vessel, comparatively. We liked the Magic more, tbh. Loved dancing in the lounge, the food, the ports. So many activities (Carnival is awesome with that). Loved the cruise director, our waiters, and the asst head (dining). They made up for the cranky ones. Had time to peruse the cute little library. Read an Evanovich book that had me laughing out loud. It’s been years since I actually had time to read a book to relax. My hubby met a new friend during that trip. New friend and his wife (and their children) become our friends since then. Great quality people. We are going back again this summer with our couple-friends. God willing. Same boat. Convenient. No flying needed. Much needed break from work and grad school. Most of all, time with my hubby (love of my life). 🎉🛳️ 🥂🍝🎈🏖️ 💝🐼Nurse A.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing your balanced perspective. Sorry to hear about the crew. Thats been my experience on the Radiance, I guess it happens from time to time. Glad you had many positives though! Happy cruising this summer and thanks for watching.
@estevens46546 ай бұрын
Sailed solo on Feb 2, for 9 days and had a ball. The ppl was awesome, as well as the food and the staff. After I do mardi gras in Sept, and msc in Jan 25, I'm going back on her.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
Love hearing that. Thanks so much for sharing.
@empressvibes19906 ай бұрын
I just did Mardi Gras. I loved it. Thanks for your review. I’m going to try Venezia next.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
@@empressvibes1990 hoping to do Mardi Gras myself soon!
@sheenajackson25965 ай бұрын
My daughter and I along with our husbands are considering going on the Venezia. My only concern is my seven-year-old and three year-old grandchildren, just wondering if this ship might be a little bit too mature for them. What are your thoughts?
@SoloCruiseTravel5 ай бұрын
@@sheenajackson2596 There is plenty for them to do! Plus the kids clubs are available as well, don't forget.
@AngieLovesTraveling6 ай бұрын
I love the charm of this ship and that nearly every bar has an espresso machine. My biggest complaint is the large pillars in the theater make a bunch of the seating unusable.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
Yeah those are irritating! Thanks for sharing your thoughts
@820e4cf7jh6 ай бұрын
Oh, and that steel drum player on lido…..!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
YES
@michaeljosephschmitz538011 күн бұрын
The pools and hot tubs were unbelievably small for how huge the ship is. Everything else was nice.
@gretchinmiller1506 ай бұрын
Sailing on the Carnival Venezia in August 2024! Can’t wait!
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
You’re going to have a great time. Wishing you happy cruising! Where will the Venezia be taking you?
@gretchinmiller1506 ай бұрын
@@SoloCruiseTravel we will be traveling to Bermuda! It will be my first time there!
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
@@gretchinmiller150 that sounds fantastic. Enjoy every minute!
@jkconner96362 ай бұрын
Love the punchliner club….just wish they had more seating! We sail on the Venezia in January, looking forward to it.
@SoloCruiseTravel2 ай бұрын
@@jkconner9636 it’s definitely popular. They did a few in the main theater while on this cruise too. Happy sailing, where is the Venezia taking you?
@jkconner96362 ай бұрын
@@SoloCruiseTravel St Thomas , San Juan & Amber Cove
@deannastevenson21375 ай бұрын
My family and I leave this June! Can't wait.
@SoloCruiseTravel5 ай бұрын
Summer on the Venezia, woohoo! Happy cruising to you.
@karenalmich6 ай бұрын
I'm waiting for the Firenze to sail from Long Beach. I hope it's as beautiful as the Venezia.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
Some people have said it’s even more beautiful! Looking forward to it myself.
@jasondean76696 ай бұрын
I am booked on the carnival Firenze out of Long Beach on the 25th of April. The ship looks absolutely gorgeous.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
@@jasondean7669 I just booked a Terrazza Cabana cabin on Firenze for late summer after hearing how great that area is. Happy cruising!
@critterrunranch5 ай бұрын
going in Oct ,I cant wait
@Joe-j1f3 ай бұрын
Oct what? Going oct 25 for Halloween cruise!
@KeithBarrowsToday20 күн бұрын
Feb 2025, out of Port Canaveral. 7 day East Caribbean cruise. This will be our first on the new Italian themed ships (Venezia in our case).
@SoloCruiseTravel20 күн бұрын
@@KeithBarrowsToday have a spectacular cruise!
@GabrieleMassimoGhelardini6 ай бұрын
I travelled on Costa Firenze for a two weeks cruise on Christmas. I found the ship the most beautiful I ever seen. I think also that Venezia is the most handsome of carnival’s fleet. But here in Italy, we would retake this two beautiful ships! 😂😢
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@minepatel2 ай бұрын
Sailing on Venezia in July 24th !!
@SoloCruiseTravel2 ай бұрын
Have an outstanding cruise! Where is it taking you?
@alexh86132 ай бұрын
Nice!!! Me too!!!
@SoloCruiseTravel2 ай бұрын
@@alexh8613 Cheers to a wonderful cruise!
@haylirushton22805 ай бұрын
We’re planning to go on this ship next June!! Leaving out of NYC! I’m just confused about the bedrooms how the twins are converted to bigger beds?
@SoloCruiseTravel5 ай бұрын
You're going to have a great time! Just notate it on your Carnival planner online that it's what you want and prior to your arrival your stateroom steward will simply move the beds together to make a larger bed. Happy cruising.
@MANventures4 ай бұрын
Going June 18th
@ryi35036 ай бұрын
I'm going on the Venezia out of NY in Oct. what is the best place to stay if I want to walk around with out getting robbed before the cruise?
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
The Park Hyatt New York is really nice and a few blocks away.
@ryi35036 ай бұрын
@@SoloCruiseTravelThanks
@soulprovider9153 ай бұрын
How did you get to the port in Manhattan?? I have the option to drive but I heard it’s not the best option
@SoloCruiseTravel3 ай бұрын
JFK airport took a limo to the port. Was about 40 mins in total but it was early on a Saturday morning.
@soulprovider9153 ай бұрын
OK great thank you! I’m trying to figure out if I could park my car in Jersey somewhere and then take the train in. Thank you so much for your video! I was going to go out of Cape liberty to Bermuda, but after seeing how outdated that ship looks, and then seeing this Carnival ship there was no other option but to take the Venezia.
@SoloCruiseTravel3 ай бұрын
@@soulprovider915 my pleasure. This ship is a beauty. Here’s my full trip Experience if you’re interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXuboZmjhd-Wabssi=R6f3EEEjqqL3XGYk
@soulprovider9153 ай бұрын
@@SoloCruiseTravel OK great thank you again! I will definitely watch it tonight or tomorrow. This will be our second cruise our first cruise was the Disney wish about two months ago and now we are addicted to cruising!
@SoloCruiseTravel3 ай бұрын
@@soulprovider915 just got off of the Disney Wish myself. It’s a VERY different ship by comparison of the rest of the industry. I will say one big way the rest of cruising does something better than Disney (and there aren’t many categories) is their muster drill process. It’s so much more convenient and efficient outside of Disney ships. Happy cruising!
@plumpypisces03062 күн бұрын
Is it a ship for kids?
@SoloCruiseTravel2 күн бұрын
They have a water park area and a sports court, recreation and arcade section. I do a deep dive on the ship and my trip elsewhere on the channel if you'd like to see it.
@roberttidwell30663 ай бұрын
Going on this ship in August.
@SoloCruiseTravel3 ай бұрын
Have a great time. Happy cruising!
@loversofanimal3 ай бұрын
Yes me too Aug 11 out of NYC
@roberttidwell30663 ай бұрын
@@loversofanimal Nice!! I'm going Aug 27th. Hope you have an amazing time
@loversofanimal3 ай бұрын
@@roberttidwell3066 you as well!!!
@cliffsauer91113 ай бұрын
Us too. In the fifth.
@yvettejohnson1623Ай бұрын
It looks more classy than Carnival ships! ITS FROM THE COSTA LINE.
@SoloCruiseTravelАй бұрын
@@yvettejohnson1623 yeah, that’s what I said. Did a full review as well where I go into the history of it.
@Keither75419 күн бұрын
The Carnival Venezia is, for me, at least in the top 3 of Carnival Cruise Line ships 🛳️ 9/10 would definitely recommend
@Joe-j1f4 ай бұрын
Can anyone tell me if there’s a nightclub on the ship? Or anything that doubles as a nightclub at night so people can drink and dance until the wee hours of the morning?
@SoloCruiseTravel4 ай бұрын
Sure is. The Limelight Lounge is exactly that!
@Joe-j1f4 ай бұрын
@@SoloCruiseTravel that turns to the club?
@SoloCruiseTravel4 ай бұрын
@@Joe-j1f yep
@Joe-j1f4 ай бұрын
I appreciate the answer, any idea what time it closes? I’m assuming 2-3 AM but I’m just wondering.
@SoloCruiseTravel4 ай бұрын
@@Joe-j1f usually around 2
@BryceMitchell6786 ай бұрын
Anybody going June 18th??
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
I wish! 😂
@angelanguyen68646 ай бұрын
i am!!! it’ll be my birthday trip 💅🏼
@jameschetwynd25 күн бұрын
I am more likely to try Margaritaville ships and do a great cabin Think very little of this discount line with high prices
@RPMcMurphy19756 ай бұрын
The sports bar is not going to be a good place to be in September/October during NFL games and MLB playoffs.
@cathyatgansettdeals8376 ай бұрын
I sailed in October and they showed NFL games on the Lido Deck many nights and all day Sunday.
@trainsandships5 ай бұрын
No, I did not go on that ship. I like video of inside Italian ship. She is better than Costa Victoria . I went on Costa Victoria in about 1999. It was not nice and not friendly ship. It is odd that Carnival Venezia have two different name Carnival and Costa. Carnival hull and Costa smoke stack. I am not Carnival fan.
@SoloCruiseTravelАй бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@aj1226275 ай бұрын
This is not the best carnival ship and I have been on a lot of carnival ship
@SoloCruiseTravel5 ай бұрын
Which Carnival ship is the best in your opinion?
@aj1226275 ай бұрын
@@SoloCruiseTravel Horizon
@MichaelFenstermaker-g4qАй бұрын
Not a party ship boring common place's to small
@TLM685Ай бұрын
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@TLM685Ай бұрын
@@aj122627is the horizon ship more upbeat than Venezia ship ? How many is the Venezia a good ship for teenagers?
@Dr.Pepper0016 ай бұрын
The food is not so great. On the entire floor that the casino is located on it smells like cigarette smoke that eminates out of the casino. In the casino you can't get free drinks until you gamble enough to rack up 1500 points. I could go on.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
Thanks for your thoughts. Is there another Carnival ship you prefer more?
@taleenrhodes72965 ай бұрын
You expect free alcoholic drinks at the casino? Golly, I would like to know what cruises you take.
@queenvee71395 ай бұрын
Free drinks after 1500 pts is STANDARD ON ALL OF CARNIVAL SHIPS.
@jongorman29496 ай бұрын
The Venezia was the worst ships I have ever taken. The casino was on de3ck 4 and every time you came to deck 4 all you could smell was the smoking from the casino. While we were at sea the ship lost power. We sat in our cabins in the dark while the issue was resolved. I did not find the ship all that luxurious. I felt it was shabby in design. The only thing that made this cruise acceptable was the staff onboard that were fabulous. NEVER again on this trash ship.
@SoloCruiseTravel6 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. What other Carnival ships have you been on that you feel were better?
@wtanner1236 ай бұрын
Casino is not on deck 4 other than a glass window to look at the casino on deck 3. Smoke was very bad around the casino.
@jasondean76696 ай бұрын
I'm surprised people are complaining about the smoke in the casino. There has always been smoking in ANY casino ANYWHERE you go, period!
@taleenrhodes72965 ай бұрын
@@jasondean7669 almost every cruise ship regardless of the cruise line I’ve been on where the casino is has- you guessed it- a strong smoke smell. There was even a complaint in here that complained about not having free alcoholic beverages at the casino; like excuse me, they allowed you to bring wine on board, please chill 🤣
@sandrakourouvacilis4 ай бұрын
I'm very confused as when I was on it the casino was completely NO Smoking 🚭 so how did you smell smoke from the casino?
@pipegarmich12 күн бұрын
Its not a typical carnival ship ,so no ,and Carnival Markets to a undesirable group