Some cruises are relaxing. Some are adventurous. But Carnival Glory? It’s pure joy with sprinkles on top. From Dr. Seuss parades to late-night Alchemy Bar rituals, this ship packed in more “core memories” than a Pixar movie.
We set sail as a family and came back fully recharged—with a stuffed dinosaur in Carnival swag, a new appreciation for cocktail artistry, and a suitcase full of towel-folding skills (you’ll see why).
📚 Dr. Seuss Was on the Loose
The Seuss at Sea experience was the heartbeat of the cruise for our son. Between storytime sessions, character parades, and playful activities, it felt like being dropped into a living storybook. Watching the Cat in the Hat dance past while holding a sno-cone is the kind of vacation magic that makes even the most tired parent smile like a kid.
Pro tip: Get those cameras ready—this isn’t just for kids. It’s one of the most photogenic moments on the ship.
🧃 Kids Club by Day, Party by Night
Carnival’s Camp Ocean is always solid, but on Glory, it kicked up a notch. Our son had a blast during the day, but the real fun started after dark. That after-hours kids’ club is worth every penny. The activities, the games, the late-night energy—it gave the kids a mini vacation of their own and gave us the rarest thing on a family cruise: time.
🧸 Build-A-Bear at Sea: Dino Edition
This was our first Build-A-Bear Workshop at Sea, and our son is still talking about it. He proudly built a dinosaur in Carnival gear, complete with a tiny t-shirt and attitude. Not only was it adorable, but it was a surprisingly sweet, memorable experience—and the perfect souvenir to bring a piece of the cruise home.
🍹 Alchemy Bar: The Real Magic Trick
Listen, I’m not saying we planned our day around the Alchemy Bar, but... we absolutely planned our day around the Alchemy Bar. The cocktails here are on another level—custom-crafted, flavorful, and totally unique to Carnival. Every drink was a surprise and a delight. The bartenders weren’t just mixologists; they were artists and entertainers.
It’s hands-down our favorite cruise bar of any line. And yes, we visited multiple times daily. (We regret nothing.)
🐘 Towel Animal Academy: It’s Folding Time
Of course, no Carnival cruise is complete without the nightly towel animal reveal. But on this sailing, we took it a step further and attended the Towel Animal Folding Class. We laughed, we folded, we failed (briefly), and then we crushed it.
Funny enough, this came in handy—because this was one of the last cruises before COVID. So for the next two years, we kept the cruise dream alive at home with towel monkeys and lounge-chair piña coladas. Carnival-style resilience.
🎆 Classic Carnival Moments: Big Shows, Bigger Smiles
Carnival Glory might not be the newest ship, but she knows how to bring the fun. From deck parties and dance conteststo game shows and trivia, there was never a dull moment. The energy was contagious, the crew was incredible, and it felt like every night ended with applause—and maybe an extra dessert.
Final Thoughts: Glory by Name, Fun by Nature
Carnival Glory proved once again why Carnival owns the title of “The Fun Ships.” This cruise gave us the perfect mix of family-friendly adventures, adult indulgences, and laugh-out-loud surprises. From storytime to cocktail hour, every day was packed with something memorable.
And for a cruise that happened just before the world paused? It was the exact kind of joy we needed.
📣 Carnival, if you’re listening...
We’ve got a dinosaur in Carnival swag, a towel elephant collection, and bartenders who know us by name. Let’s talk partnership. We’ll bring the fun. You bring the drink menu.
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