Carnival Conquest Cruise Tips
When are the best deals on the Carnival Conquest?
As the Carnival Conquest sails to the Caribbean from New Orleans,
the lowest prices are generally available in October thru November. However, as one of Carnival's newest ships, the Carnival Conquest prices may command a premium versus slightly older Carnival ships. So if you are looking for better prices on 7-night Caribbean cruises, you may want to consider other ships in addition to the Carnival Conquest.
In any event,
to find the lowest price on any cruise, you actually have to search on a specific cruise departure and provide information that may help you get a lower price than what is listed on the web site. Cruise deals are often targeted at only certain states, cities, or affinity interest (Seniors, Military, Past Guests). So when you find a cruise on which you want to go, you might actually be presented with a better deal when you start to make your booking based on those factors.
From where does the Carnival Conquest sail?
The Carnival Conquest sails from New Orleans and Galveston on 7-night cruises.
Can I bring liquor on Carnival Conquest?
Except for wine and champagne, alcoholic beverages purchased in on-board shops or brought onto the ship cannot be consumed on the ship. These items will be collected and kept for safe keeping until the last day of the voyage. A corkage fee of US$18.00 will be charged on wine and champagne brought to the restaurants or bars. Room Service offers reduced-price stateroom beverage packages for in-stateroom consumption of alcoholic beverages.
Is there Internet Access on-board Carnival Conquest?
Yes! Guests can connect to the internet on each ship in the Carnival Line fleet, either by accessing a 24/7 wireless connection "hotspot," or utilizing the resources of the Internet Café located on board. You will be able to receive electronic mail in real-time, via satellite link 24 hours a day, satellite conditions permitting.
Carnival Cruises has even set up your very own CruisE-mail address for you to use. We also have an Internet Manager on board to assist you. There is a charge for these services. More information and pricing is featured at
cruise ship internet access.
Will my mobile phone work on Carnival Conquest?
Through an agreement with Wireless Maritime Services (WMS), a leading provider of maritime cellular service at sea, Carnival Line lets you take advantage of your wireless devices while at sea. Using your own mobile phone and telephone number, you can make and receive calls to and from fellow travelers who are on the ship, as well as friends, family, or business associates back home. If you currently have the service through your home provider, you can also send and receive text messages. Other available wireless services include use of PDAs, such as your Blackberry®.
All charges for calls, text and data usage made while on the WMS network are billed at rates similar to international roaming by your home carrier on your regular monthly phone bill.
The use of the service requires compatible wireless/mobile phones or devices and qualified wireless service with a home mobile service provider that has a roaming agreement with Wireless Maritime Services. Please contact your carrier prior to sailing to make sure your plan qualifies and you will have service while at sea. For a complete listing of carriers world wide go to www.cellularatsea.com.
Availability of service is not guaranteed; it depends on the participation of your home mobile service provider and service permissions. Please also note that some prepaid phone plans are not supported.
When does the Carnival Conquest depart?
Generally embarkation commences at 11:30 AM although on occasion there may be exceptions. Please note that you must be on the ship a minimum of one hour prior to departure and that the gangway is pulled 30 minutes before sailing.
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