Disappointments
Freedom of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western
7 Night Western Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)
Sail date: September 11, 2016
Ship: Freedom of the Seas
Cabin type: Balcony
Cabin number: 8236
Traveled as: Couple
Reviewed: 8 years ago
Review summary
Shore Excursion for the Dolphins in Cozumel and the activities on the ship were exceptional. Windjammer huge disappointment from previous cruises. The food in the Windjammer was not of the quality in the pass. Most of the time it was cold and the variety on a daily bases was not there. Activity director was the most energetic Director I have seen on any ship, he is relentless. That man goes from sun up to sun down and always has a smile and never shows exhaustion. The personnel working under him had the same infectious personalities and energy, he really sets an outstanding example on how to keep people entertained and enjoying themselves. Dining staff in the Any Time dining were outstanding. The spa personnel were very helpful and the technicians were very professional and very well trained in their area of expertise.
I was disappointed that the ship really showed its age. RC has a reputation of excellence and I think they have somehow neglected the appearance of the ship. It did not have the WOW factor that I am familiar with for RC. I will travel on RC again on a different vessel and hopefully get back to the standards that I am use to from RC. Even though I was disappointed I still had a good time and will travel on RC again. I visited the casino twice very crowded, loud and smoky. I also played Bingo which I thought was a little on the costly side for only 3 games but the staff make it pleasant and fun to be there.
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
Onboard Activities
Entertainment
Children's Programs
Service and Staff
Ship Quality
Cabin / Stateroom
Ship tip
Take anytime dining and ask for Jake and Shiela section.
Ports of call
Labadee (Cruise Line Private Island)