Bernadette Chua 
Carnival Liberty Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 12 Oct 2025 In fall 2011, Carnival Liberty became the first Carnival ship overhauled as part of the $500 million Fun Ship 2.0 initiative, a multi-year program focused on adding dining venues, bars and entertainment options to more than a dozen ships. Liberty offers charming, comfortably sized … Read more
Carnival Miracle Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 12 Oct 2025 There is much to explore on Carnival Miracle, the fourth of Carnival’s Spirit-class ships. Miracle introduced some significant firsts for Carnival: fantastic alternative steakhouses found on every Carnival new-build thereafter and onboard wedding chapels. Spirit-class ships also offer an impressive 80 per cent ratio … Read more
Carnival Spirit Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 12 Oct 2025 Carnival Spirit took itself to greater heights as it introduced some firsts for Carnival that have since become standards, including a fabulous steakhouse and a wedding chapel. Moreover, the cruise provides a truly international experience. The Pharaoh’s Palace show lounge is decorated with Egyptian … Read more
Carnival Sunshine Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 12 Oct 2025 In 2013, Carnival Sunshine had a $155 million makeover that added new bars, restaurants and top-deck features including a refurbished and expanded kids’ club. The design throughout is radically different from that found on the old Carnival ships. Colours are subtle and the palette … Read more
Carnival Triumph Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 12 Oct 2025 Good entertainment at reasonable prices is one of Carnival Cruise Line’s greatest strengths. This commitment to all things fun is evident on Carnival Triumph, a family-friendly ship that mostly sails shorter cruises out of southern U.S. ports.In the main dining room, waiters take breaks … Read more
Carnival Freedom Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 12 Oct 2025 Since its 2014 retrofit, Carnival Freedom has catapulted itself to a cruising experience that highlights family togetherness. The redesigning of the ship expanded its services and entertainment treats for a wider range of audience. Now with Camp Ocean, Carnival Freedom offers Bookville, the … Read more
Carnival Imagination Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 12 Oct 2025 Carnival Imagination was one of Carnival’s original Fun Ships. After a major refurbishment in 2008, Imagination now sports the signature amenities of Evolutions of Fun Fantasy-class ships including the WaterWorks 91-meter long slides and the adults-only Serenity area. It also has more family accommodation … Read more
Independence of the Seas Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 12 Oct 2025 In 2013, Independence of the Seas underwent a $7 million upgrade. The new features included a cupcake shop, an Italian trattoria called Giovanni’s Table and a Royal Babies & Tots Nursery. On the technology side, the ship was given new digital signage, … Read more
APT AmaReina Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 10 Oct 2025 AmaReina was built in 2014 and is a sister ship to AmaCerto. The stylish 443-foot river vessel features a glass elevator, spacious accommodation with twin balconies and a heated pool with a swim-up bar. It has three decks and carries 164 passengers and 49 … Read more
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
