"Carnival Firenze: The Ship That’s Basically Italy (But With More Gelato)" 🍝🍦🚢

#cruiseholiday Hold onto your cannoli, because Carnival Firenze isn’t just a cruise—it’s a floating Tuscan holiday where every meal is a carb-loaded adventure and the decks feel like a Renaissance painting come to life. I just got back, and my stretchy pants are still recovering. Here’s the scoop: First Impressions: Stepping into Piazza San Marco felt like teleporting to Venice—cobblestone-style floors, string quartets playing Vivaldi, and the smell of Il Viaggio’s garlic bread 🧄 mixing with espresso from Caffè del Doge. The vibe? “When in Rome… but with unlimited soft serve.” The “This Can’t Be Real” Moment: Fahrenheit 555’s dry-aged steak actually made me tear up (happy tears). But the real hidden gem? La Strada Grill’s midnight arancini—crispy, cheesy, and perfect after too many limoncellos. 🍋 Foodie Glory: Tomodoro’s Mexican-Italian fusion tacos were wild (in the best way). But the *24-hour* Pizzeria del Capitano’s quattro formaggi? A drunken masterpiece. 🍕 My “Eat, Pray, Gelato” Itinerary: ⏰ 9 AM: Cappuccino on the Lanai (with a side of people-watching). ⏰ 12 PM: WaterWorks slides (screamed like a Soprano). ⏰ 4 PM: Serenity Deck Aperol spritz (adults-only bliss). ⏰ 8 PM: Carnevale Lounge show (acrobats + confetti = whoa). ⏰ 12 AM: Piano Bar sing-along (That’s Amore = mandatory). Pro Tip: Book Il Viaggio on embarkation day—it’s half-price! Also, Gondola Lounge’s tiramisu martini is illegally good. 🍸 Final Verdict: 20/10, left stuffed, slightly wine-drunk, and already planning my return. Ciao, bella! 🇮🇹