Whether you've been loyal to one cruise line for some time or are new to the industry, stepping foot on a new-to-you line can be daunting.

My partner, Sarah, and I recently returned from a 5-night spring break cruise onboard Carnival Elation, a Fantasy Class ship that debuted in 1998. Although I've had prior experiences with Carnival, it was a first for my partner. During our time onboard, she kept track of things she wished she had known beforehand.

Having only been on one cruise before our Elation sailing, it was easy for her to put herself in a first-time cruiser's shoes. From a lack of variety at the buffet to the ship's intimate atmosphere, here are 10 things she learned after trying Carnival for the first time.

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