We were with a group that had its own entertainment etc., so we didn’t get to experience much of the options on board, although you can read in my other comments we were not inclined to do so. We enjoyed the value we got for our money.
Embarkation
4 out of 5
Smooth embarkation. Finally! A cruise line that supplies enough employees to handler the rush of cruisers.
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
3 out of 5
The main dining room was ok. The food was a little bland and selection often left us with little to choose from. In Chops, the steaks were very good, but I ordered lamb chops. They were not cooked to the right temperature and were tough to chew. Sides were good, but hardly enough for sharing unless you’d be satisfied with 3 tater tots. The buffet was very disappointing. Food was barely room temperature, and flavorless. Lunch especially since it seemed to be the same every day. Salad dressings were inconsistent; one day nice and thick, the next, like water. Staff was pleasant and helpful in all dining situations.
Onboard Activities
3 out of 5
We didn’t go to any of the sales pitches, or the goofy games by the pool because we find them to be sophomoric.
Entertainment
4 out of 5
We usually only participate in the evening entrainment. We found the “acts” to be pretty good. The skating venue was fantastic! There was a singer in the atrium that we enjoyed on occasion.
Service and Staff
5 out of 5
The crew was one of the best we’ve encountered in this category of cruise ship. Everyone we encountered was professional with genuine concern for us. The cabin steward kept our room spotless and supplied. He had the room done as we were at breakfast and again when we went to dinner. We like that. He was never in the way. Our server in the main dining room was attentive and remembered our preferences. All of the staff we dealt with were also friendly.
Ship Quality
4 out of 5
We’re not big fans of the promenade, but it didn’t get in our way as we navigated our way to entertainment venues, although it does make it hard with all the tables selling cheap watches etc. The ship was clean and seemed to be in good repair.
Cabin / Stateroom
5 out of 5
Quite large for an ocean view room. It was comfortable and well appointed. Great room steward. Close to the dining room, but very quiet. Convenient to the skating rink too.
Ship tip
The coffee card can be used on any of the Royal Caribbean ships, so you don’t have to use it up before disembarkation.
First time there. The whole city is very clean. No papers on the ground, no trash in the water, no graffiti. Very nice. The beaches were also clean and offered clear water swimming and snorkeling.
Again, been there so many times, we just walked into town and then came back to the ship. The city isn’t as clean as the other two. It still offers good souvenir shopping.
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