Carnival Ecstacy - some questions please

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cuterlmt

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We are sailing on the Carnival Ecstacy, 4 day to Catalina and Ensenada in January, 2004.
A few questions:
1) We've stayed on the Queen Mary, and know where that is. Is the pier for the Ecstacy within walking distance of the Queen Mary (with a couple rolling suitcases in tow)?
2) We have transfers from LAX to the pier. Will they take the luggage from the bus to the ship? Or do we have to get the luggage from the bus to the ship?
3) How early is too early to get there? We're actually staying in Anaheim for a couple days, then back to the airport to get our transfer bus to the ship. All we're going to do on the day we go to the ship is eat breakfast at our hotel, finish packing, and go!
4) Any menus or capers out there for the Ecstacy? Or should I just expect to see the same as I have from the great sites (and other Carnival ships)?
5) Any other advice for first time cruisers, particularly on the Ecstacy would be much appreciated.
Thanks!
 
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cuterlmt

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Another question, along the same lines - do we have the schedule the pick up from LAX to the pier? Or do they just have buses/shuttles waiting there all the time and we can just hop on when we get there? I already have pre-paid transfers for the bus.
Thanks!
 
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Kev in

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We just got back from this cruise so I think I can help

1) We've stayed on the Queen Mary, and know where that is. Is the pier for the Ecstacy within walking distance of the Queen Mary (with a couple rolling suitcases in tow)?

Yes, it is right next door. Actually, early check in is on the Queen Mary so you should be set. We got their at 11:30am to check in and was on the ship, eating lunch at 12:30pm. If you get their early, it is a very quick and easy process.

2) We have transfers from LAX to the pier. Will they take the luggage from the bus to the ship? Or do we have to get the luggage from the bus to the ship?

With the airport transfer, they take the luggage to the ship directly.

3) How early is too early to get there? We're actually staying in Anaheim for a couple days, then back to the airport to get our transfer bus to the ship. All we're going to do on the day we go to the ship is eat breakfast at our hotel, finish packing, and go!

The earlier the better. Like I said, we were there at 11:30am so I am not sure if it gets crazy busy later.

4) Any menus or capers out there for the Ecstacy? Or should I just expect to see the same as I have from the great sites (and other Carnival ships)?

I have my capers and could scan them and send them to you

5) Any other advice for first time cruisers, particularly on the Ecstacy would be much appreciated.

I was just a first time cruiser so i am not sure what advice to give. Just be prepared for a fun time and excellent meals. The dinners were superb and the service was top notch.

Kevin
 
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cuterlmt

Guest
Thanks Kevin! That was a lot of help. I'm so glad you had a great time. I'm sure we will. Just lots to enjoy!
Did you do the early check in at the Queen Mary? We may just do that so we can get on board quicker.
Did you write a trip report? Are you going to??? <hint hint>
Thanks again!
 
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Kev in

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No, we were going to do the early check in but we were waiting for friends. When we got ready to check in they were already doing check in in the main area.

I am planning on doing a trip report. I will post some pictures also.

Kevin
 
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cash1968

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Yes Kevin is right on the money the pier is right next door. they take your luggage in the parking garage you go to the QM present your docs your done til 12:30 for like $6.00 per person you get to tour the QM our you can just sit outside and wait for the terminal to open the just show your boarding pass as you enter the terminal and off you go to security. Enjoy my personal favorite.
 
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jester95008

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I'm going on the Carnival Ecstacy on Jan.12th , 04 also!!! Hey we'll be on the same cruise and everything! You'll love it man.
 
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