Crazy expensive Wifi on the ship so updates only when I find connection …
After a delightful breakfast overlooking the scenery, we returned to our hotel to pack up and prepare for boarding our ship. This time, we took the correct route back to the hotel, a quick cab ride that brought our “Home away from home” into view. Checking in was smooth sailing, and soon enough, we found ourselves at the bar, savoring our first drink aboard the Carnival Magic. The sheer size of the ship was breathtaking – 12 floors of sheer awesomeness awaited us.
Despite spotting a casino, I resisted the temptation and headed straight to the next bar. After hours of exploring, it was time to indulge in our first meal onboard. The smoked pork, fried chicken, and salad were absolutely delicious! We then set out to discover more of the 12 bars scattered throughout the ship, with everyone eager for Happy Hour deals. Luckily, we had a drink package, allowing us 15 drinks a day up to $20 each – a fantastic deal! However, the half-price fish bowls caused quite a stir and led to a lively dance party on the main deck near the pool, with people of all ages dancing like they were in their twenties.
After a rejuvenating nap on an upper deck, we woke up ready to enjoy the ship’s culinary delights. Guy’s Burgers turned out to be a surprising highlight, offering one of the best burgers I’ve ever had. And let’s not forget the self-serve soft ice cream – a delightful treat!
To burn off some calories, we continued exploring the ship, enjoying a few more drinks before preparing for dinner. After a quick shower and a drink on our balcony, we headed to dinner, where the flat iron steak paired perfectly with red wine for me, while Joanne savored salmon with a splash of white wine. The food was exquisite, but we joked that we couldn’t indulge like this for the entire week unless we wanted our clothes to feel a bit snug!
Waddling down the hall to catch the late-night entertainment, we were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the show. A nightcap at the bar rounded off our evening before retiring to our room for a well-deserved rest.