A Visit to Carnival Cruise Line's Impressive Carnival Glory.

The Carnival Glory is a large ship measuring 952 feet long and  116 feet wide. She carries 2974 passengers (Double Occupancy) and has a crew of 1,150.

The Carnival Glory has something for everyone. Here is my detailed report.

• The Carnival Glory has 2 main dining rooms.  The menu changes each night but it is is identical  in both restaurants.
  • The Aft most dining room is the Platinum Dining Room.  This dining room has two tiers and offers sea view on three sides. There is a large 2 storey atrium at the entrance to the dining room with a large glass sculpture handing from the ceiling. The dining room has a grand stair case to make your entrance.
  • The second dining rooms is the Golden Forward Restaurant. This restaurant on the Carnival Glory is also two storey, had the grand staircase for your elegant entrance and has sea views on two sides. Both dining rooms are equally elegant and stylish.

• The Red Sail Restaurant is the buffet area onboard the Carnival Glory. Here you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or informal dinner. There is a carving station, hot prepared food, Mexican food station, Asian food station, burgers, fries, chicken, Pizza, Salad Bar and desserts.

• The Emerald Steakhouse - is a specialty restaurant requiring an additional service charge. Here delicious prime cut steaks and seafood are served. The Specialty restaurant requires prior reservations.

• The Sushi Salmon is the ideal place to get fresh Sushi and seafood. Eating at this venue is available at an additional charge.

• Creams Cafe - is the coffee and pasty bar. Creams Coffee  is located on the Kaleidoscope Boulevard. Here you can get  specialty coffee and fancy cakes and cookies. These items are available at an additional charge. Regular coffee and desserts are available Red Sail Restaurant- This coffee and dessert is included in your cruise fare.

• The Amber Palace is the Main Showroom on board Carnival Cruises' Carnival Glory. The multi-level theater has comfortable seating arranged in stadium type arrangement. All seats offer a good view of the stage although I prefer the upper level. This is the area where all of the major shows are held.

• The Carnival Glory's Disco is known as White Heat as seen below.

• The main lounge overlooks the bow of the vessel and allows great sea views forward and to either side.

• Most of the public spaces are located on the Promenade Deck (Deck 5). Here you can find the Ebony Cabaret. This large showroom offers comfortable seating, a large dance floor and great ambiance.

• Kaleidescope Boulevard is the main thoroughfare on the Promenade deck and most public rooms are accessible via this area.

• The Camel Club Casino is the Carnival Glory's Casino. Here there are slot machines, games of chance. roulette, craps, blackjack and other games. The casino also has a bar so you do not have to leave your machine for a refreshment.

• The "On the Green Sports Bar" is the ideal place to have a beer and watch the big game. The Sports Bar is a popular gathering place on the Carnival Glory, offering specialty bars

• The Funs Shops are located on the Promenade deck and offer your touristy type items - such as T-Shirts, Sun Glasses and  toiletries.  Here you can buy Liquor and cigarettes. There are also upscale shops selling clothing, handbags, fragrances, jewelry and more.

• The Blue Bar is a very modern and futuristic. The lounge offers comfortable bench type seating, has a decent size dance floor and a bandstand for live music and a well as an audio system for pre-recorded music.

• The Burgundy Wine Bar is a great place for a pre or after dinner glass of wine. The color scheme is very bright and lively - but also very welcoming.

• The Photo Store is where you can buy your photographic supplies or view photos taken by the ship's photographer. Photos taken by the ships photographer are available for purchase.

• The Black and White is the Library onboard the Carnival Glory. This room is rich in wood tones and offers comfortable arm-chairs. There are also some tables and chairs as well. There is an average mix of books for passengers to browse.

• The Ivory Lounge is the Cigar lounge onboard the Carnival Glory. This is the place were smokers are welcome. Here you can have a drink, a smoke and  enjoy the entertainment.

• The Cyberspace Internet Cafe is the spot to check your email,  surf the net or connect to family on land. Internet access is available at an added charge.

• The Art Gallery is - the art gallery on the Carnival Glory. Here you can preview the artwork that is up for auction.

• The main atrium onboard the Carnival Glory is called the Colors Lobby. At the lower level is the Guest Services Office, Shore Excursion Desk, Bar, a dance floor, a piano and comfortable seating. There are numerous glass elevators with spectacular views of the lobby below.

           SPA & GYM Facilities - Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Glory has extensive Spa and Gym Facilities

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• The Carnival Spa is located forward on Deck 11. The extensive Spa facilities have numerous treatment rooms and offers all types of therapies and massages. Their is a public Sauna, indoor Jacuzzi, and gym. Spa treatments are not included in your cruise fare and are available at an additional charge.
• The Gym is has many weight machines, treadmills, Stairmasters and other exercise equipment.  There are numerous machines and the gym overlooks the bow of the ship with floor to ceiling windows on three sides.
• On Deck is the jogging track, basketball court, swimming pool and mini-golf (for those looking for something less strenuous).
• There also is a beauty salon for those who want to look their best on a formal night. You can also have a manicure or pedicure done. These services are done for an additional charge.

               OUTSIDE AREAS - Pool area on Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Glory. - copyright Carnival Cruises

• The Carnival Glory has a great adults only area called the Serenity. Serenity is  is located forward on Deck 14. A great place to get away from the crowd and enjoy the peace and quiet of the sea.

• The Carnival Glory has a large Television screen poolside - where movies and concerts are shown in the outdoors. The television has such great definition that the picture is clearly visible under the strong Caribbean sun.

• The Carnival Glory has 2 pools (Turquoise Pool and Cobalt Pool)  located mid ship as well as a large Twisty slide and Jacuzzis. There is some seating around the pool area, but there is many more spaces on other decks for people to lounge in the sun or shade in less trafficked area.

• Further Aft, the Carnival Glory has a pool (the Azure Aft Pool) and 2 Jacuzzis. Here more lounge chairs can be found and  this pool also has a glass cover for in-climate weather.

• The Carnival Glory has a large Jogging Track should you want to work off some of the delicious meals.

• A very nice Miniature Golf course is located on Deck 12.

• Poolside Grills and Buffets are could in close proximity to the each of the pools - so sunbathers who need a snack or want to eat lunch on deck have food close by.

• Basket Basketball court.

• The Carnival Glory has the standard cabin types found aboard most ships. Inside, outside, Veranda, mini suites and full suites. I found the staterooms to be spacious and cheerfully decorated in whites, beiges and other neutral tones. The staterooms have sufficient storage. The bathrooms are compact but functional. There is sufficient shelf space in the bathroom. Veranda cabins have a decent size balcony large enough for two upright chairs and a small coffee table.
• Below are some examples of the types of staterooms:

• Inside Stateroom - copyright NYCruiseInfo.com

• Outside Stateroom - copyright Carnival Cruises

• Veranda Stateroom - copyright Carnival Cruises

• Carnival Cruise Line has a great kids program and the Carnival Glory has some great dedicated spaces for the younger cruisers. There are many structured programs and fun activities to keep kids engaged and happy.

• High up on deck 12 is Camp Carnival. This is the area dedicated to the 2-12 year old cruise passengers.  here there are structured programs as select time throughout the day. Activities include arts and crafts, movies, activities, dodge ball, pizza parties, games, video games and more.

• The O2 Club is a dance club, movie theater activity area and all around hang out for the 15-17 year old passengers.

• Circle C - is the 12-14 year old club and gathering place. Here kids have structured activities and events.

• There is a video arcade with numerous video games, skeet-ball table and more.

• The Carnival Glory has a mini golf course, pools, basketball court, jogging track and numerous other activities to keep the younger cruisers occupied.

• Carnival Cruise Line has done an excellent job of de-Farcusizing the Carnival Glory. (Farus is  the designer for Carnival Cruise Lines with some very loud combination of fabrics and color - giving the ships somewhat tacky feel). Carnival has been slowly replacing some of the earlier furnishing and color schemes with more elegant and upscale furnishings. This is very apparent onboard the Carnival Glory which has a more sophisticated feel.

• The Crew is very friendly and welcoming. They are always willing to help.

• I found the food and the selection of food to be very good. There was a very wide selection of food and everything I tasted was good.

• Accommodations onboard the Carnival Glory are very pleasant. Size wise they are on par with other cruise ships, but the light and airy color schemes do make the cabins seem larger.  There is adequate storage and the bathrooms are adequate but compact. Veranda cabins have sufficient outdoor space.

• Entertainment wise Carnival Cruise Line is working fleet wide to add a comedy club, additional dining venues and other cruise enhancing activities. Normal entertainment on carnival includes a Broadway style reviews, dancers, singers, comedians, acrobats and magicians.

• Carnival Cruise Line ships tend to be high density ships, therefore there are some times during your cruise where you may encounter lines and or pushy crowds.

• Carnival Cruise is a good value for the money and the Kids program is great - offering something for kids of every age.

• Overall I was impressed with the Carnival Glory and would consider sailing aboard her.