Oldie But Goodie

Brilliance of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

johnmarvin

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 2-3 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 24

Overall rating:

4 out of 5

4 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)

Sail date: December 01, 2022

Ship: Brilliance of the Seas

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 4561

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 2 years ago

Review summary

I have cruised 1 other time on a much larger ship and read many reviews leading up to this cruise. With that said I am not sure what all of the complaints are about. This is a 20 year old ship that is still being maintained on a daily basis. My inside stateroom (4561) was exactly what you would expect. Clean with plenty of room for what was needed while in your room. The entire staff seemed friendly and willing to help out if needed. The food in the Windjammer was really really good. Never disappointed. The bars were generally a bit backed up but nothing more then a few minutes for a drink and the drinks were plenty strong if that's what you requested. The main pool is small and usually crowded seeing as that it's the only outdoor pool. But I always seemed to find a spot to lay out. There were minimal kids on this particular cruise possibly due to minimal popular child/teen things to do. The entertainment director Mike was a blast. Plenty of entertainment around him. Unfortunately the shows and musicians were not the greatest. Definitely second choice entertainers. The casino was always the most popular spot at night. The table games seemed to favor the house but the slot machines gave back. LOL Overall, if you are expecting a very modern cruise ship with all the bells and whistles, then this is not for you or especially not for your kids. This is an older ship that seemed to be appreciated by myself and many regulars onboard. If you are looking to have a "few" drinks, relax, and be plenty full, then this might be for you.