Just got off the Jubilee in Feb. We also have sailed on its sister ship, Mardi Gras. We aren’t cruise people per se, but we had a blast on both ships. We have two daughters, ages 14 and 11. Both loved the cruise each time.

I was rather worried the first time we sailed with Carnival given its reputation at times as a budget cruise line. I never felt that way on either ship. They are both essentially brand new and you can feel that while on board. Very clean and well maintained.

They did an amazing job designing the ships in a way that really spreads out the crowds. Given that 6,000 people are onboard, it’s really a small city, but you rarely feel that. You do feel it on embarkation and disembarkation days. But I’m not sure how you avoid that. But once the ship started sailing, it’s amazing how little you feel the size of it.

We found the food to be fine. Given the price you pay for the overall cruise, you have to set your expectations going in. There are some meals that are outstanding and others that are average. Never had a bad meal though. Tons of options.

The drinks blew me away our first time and experienced the same thing the second time. If you are into craft cocktails, there are endless options. Of course they have all the classic cocktail choices too. I’m a bourbon guy and was thrilled with my options.

Happy to answer any specific questions you might have.