we love RCL but we don't always have the budget for RCL. We also like Carnival. There are some pro's and con's to both lines, just as in there are pro's and con's listed here. We have been Perfect day 3 times and loved it. We are going to Half-moon in November and certainly will be comparing them. The paying for umbrellas and drink package will certainly be a point against, however I have noticed cabanas are like more then half the cost, I may even get one!
Before the renovation, cococay was not all that good. So many jelly fish in the water and just not much to do. Haven’t been to the perfect day one yet.
When will the new Carnival private island be ready for guests? While I've cruised on both cruiselines, it is more advantageous to be able to use your drink package on the island. This is were Royal Caribbean gets my vote.
