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Ship Details
Began service:2000
Guest capacity: 2,758
Total staff: 1,050
Length: 893 feet
Passenger decks: 13
CDC
inspection score: 100
Victory Overview
The Victory cruise ship departs from the Port of
Miami, FL. Throughout the year, she offers ocean cruises to the Eastern Caribbean and Western Caribbean.
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for cruises to Eastern Caribbean and Western Caribbean.
Carnival Victory boasts some of the best nightlife
at sea, with entertainment focused on the casino, Vegas-style
shows and theme bars. Carnival
Cruise Lines' Triumph-class ship is one of the largest
cruise ships afloat but the only crowds you'll find are
in the casino and show lounge. Navigating the vessel is
easy once you figure out you can get anywhere from Neptune's
Way on Promenade Deck 5, forcing
passengers to walk by the tempting casino. A full list
of activities and entertainment are offered each day including
ballroom dancing, classical music concerts, tea time,
art auctions, hairy chest and knobby knees contests, blackjack
and slot machine tournaments, bingo and karaoke.
Cabins
There are 444 balcony 210 sq.
ft. cabins. The 327 outside standard
cabins without balconies are 220 sq ft. The 530
inside cabins are 195 sq ft. Bathrooms in all
categories have showers, a hair dryer and a medicine cabinet.
Carnival now offers free toiletry/amenity kits on all
of their ships that include a his/hers disposable razor,
Irish Spring soap, Thermasilk shampoo and conditioner,
breath mints and chocolate. Carnival is now providing
the use of terry cloth bathrobes in all oceanview cabins.
All cabins have color TV, radio, direct-dial telephone,
individual climate control, and ample closet and drawer
space. Most cabins have twin beds that can be converted
to a queen bed upon request. Self-service laundry rooms
are available on each stateroom deck with washing machines
($2.00 wash), dryers ($1.00 for 45 min.), iron (bring
a glass with you to fill iron for steam) and ironing boards.
Self-service ice machines and soda machines ($1 per can)
are available on stateroom decks.
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Dining
The Atlantic and Pacific
Dining Rooms are each two-decks high, with two
seatings for all meals. Carnival has expanded their menus to include
more contemporary and gourmet dishes including Lobster Night. Carnival
also offers vegetarian entrees and low-fat, low-sodium Nautica
Spa selections each evening. The nightly entertainment
by the waiters is part of the "Fun Ship"
experience and many guests enjoy it.
Service in the dining room
was efficient. The Mediterranean restaurant on the Lido
Deck is two-decks high and offers breakfast and lunch buffets,
and casual dinners. The breakfast buffets included the typical hot
and cold breakfast dishes, as well as made-to-order omelets. The
lunch buffets feature different selections each day, plus a salad
bar and fresh fruit, free iced tea and lemonade all day, as well
as soft ice cream and frozen yogurt machines. The Yangtze
Wok features stir-fry and other Asian fare, and is located
on one side of the buffet. The popular East River Deli is
located on the other side of the buffet, and offers freshly carved
deli sandwiches, as well as potato salad, cole slaw and kosher-style
pickles. Pizza and Caesar salad are available 24-hours a day. The
Grill serves grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken breasts
and french fries all day. There is also complimentary 24-hour room
service with a limited menu of cold sandwiches, salads and desserts.
Carnival has a newly expanded children's menu, with hamburgers,
hot dogs, french fries, chicken nuggets, pizza and peanut butter
and jelly sandwiches.
Entertainment
The three-deck-high Caribbean Lounge is the venue
for the Carnival Victory's nightly Las Vegas-style floor
shows and reviews.Two brand-new shows have been created especially
for the Carnival Victory -- "Vrrroom"
and "Livin' in America." This state-of-the-art
theater boasts laser lights, special effects and a spectacular sound
system. This lounge also has a video projection system, a revolving
stage and a retractable orchestra pit.Be sure to get there early
to get the best seats. Some of the seats have limited or obstructed
views of the stage.
One of the most popular places on the ship is The Irish
Sea Bar, the sing-along piano bar. Get there early if you
want a seat. Later in the evening it was standing room only -- in
the hallway! Passengers in the mood for a high-octane dance club
will find the entrance to the Club Artic Dance Club
nearby. More than 500 video monitors cover practically every inch
of wall space.
The Caspian Sea is a classic wine and caviar bar.
Behind the bar is a painting of Czar Nicholas and Alexandra, and
the floor is done in a series of marble mosaics of intricate design.
Other gathering spots include the Sirens' bar aft
on Lido Deck, the Juice Bar adjacent
to the Nautica Spa, and two poolside bars near
Triton's Pool on Lido Deck.
Fitness & Recreation
The Carnival Victory's
two-level Nautica Spa is one of the largest at
sea. Carnival also offers four swimming pools and one-eighth mile
padded jogging track and a golf driving net. Golf lessons are available
with a PGA pro through Carnival's Fore! Golf Program.
The King of the Sea pool area is one of the most
popular features onboard with its winding 214-foot-long water slide
and layered deck area for great views of the pool and dance floor.
Siren's Pool, another popular pool area has a retractable
glass ceiling and is in close proximity to the pizzeria and BBQ
stands. Topless sunbathing is allowed on the top deck near the main
funnel.
The gym, with floor-to-ceiling windows, has a selection of
treadmills, Stairmasters, stationary bikes, rowing machines, and
free weights. Men's and women's saunas, steam rooms and locker rooms,
and two coed whirlpools and an indoor pool. In addition to the gym,
the spa offers a mirrored aerobics room and juice bar. Personal
trainers are available for an additional charge. The spa and salon,
operated by Steiner's of London, offers various types of treatments
including massage, facials, and manicures.
Public Areas
The Ocean Halls atrium
and Seven Seas lobby welcomes each passenger with
a nine-deck high Tiffany-style glass dome in shades of green and
blue located mid-ship.
At the aft of the Promenade Deck is the classic
Adriatic Lounge. Late-night comedy shows, art auctions
and live dance music are among the activities and entertainment
that take place here. The Aegean Sports Bar features
multiple television monitors that show most of the major professional
sporting events. The South China Seas casino is
one of the largest afloat, with every imaginable type of slot machine
and table game, all with a Chinese flair. Additional public rooms
along the Promenade Deck include the Coral
Cafe, offering pastries and specialty coffees; the "Virtual"
Sea video game room; and the Caspian
Wine Bar.
Kids
The Camp Carnival
program is one of the best children's programs. There are age-appropriate
activities available for the various groups. There is an outdoor
area with a kiddie pool and playhouse for the younger kids. Children's
World features arts and crafts (including spin art and
sand art machines), an activity wall and a bank of educational computer
games. All age groups are supervised by experienced counselors,
and regularly-scheduled activities take place between 9am and 10pm.
Baby-sitting services are available from 10pm - 3am at an additional
charge. Carnival offers Fountain Fun Cards to all
guests under the age of 21. These cards cost one flat price and
they are valid for unlimited fountain soft drinks.
Expert Victory reviews are edited by Michelle, and provided
by Ian and Cruise Critic.com, an award-winning cruise community.
This objective information can help you choose just the right ship
for your next cruise vacation.
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for cruises to Eastern Caribbean and
Western Caribbean.
Victory cruise reviews
Cruise
Ship Inspection Report
All passenger cruise ships arriving at US ports are subject to unannounced
CDC inspection. Victory Score:
100
Cruise
Critic: Victory
The Cruise Critic gives Carnival's Victory a 3-ribbon rating.
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