This was our first cruise and although we had itinerary changes due to the Nicole storm, we had a great time. A lot to do on the ship and everyone was very accommadating. .

Item: Independence of the Seas
Rating: 4.4
Author: sherryharris

Independence of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Bahamas

sherryharris

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 1 cruise (first)

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 8

Overall rating:

4.4 out of 5

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4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Sail date: November 07, 2022

Ship: Independence of the Seas

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 7313

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 2 years ago

Review summary

We had a great time on our first cruise despite the little setbacks that were caused by storm Nicole. The staff was able to make this a seamless effort to just keep on going and adjusted on the fly like nothing at all. Our room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. We had plenty of room for all of our stuff and were able to stow our suite cases out of the way under the bed.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

This was fast and very organized. They have it down to a science.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

Food was great! Loved the ice cream station. Pizza was a great late-night option. Dining room service was exceptional, and the food was very good.

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5

We enjoyed the shows, pools, and activity options. My only complaint would be that the adults only area was not private enough from the other pools.

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Grease was such a blast. Loved the adult trivia and game options. There were plenty of options for all ages.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Ports of call

Port Canaveral, Florida

4 out of 5

Nassau, Bahamas

2 out of 5

I felt like we were visiting TJ Mexico. Locals accosting you from the second you get off the boat to the second you get back on. Would not disembark on a future cruise.

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Disembarkation

4 out of 5

All things considered (port was damaged due to the storm and only had one gangway to disembark) it was fairly quick and organized.

6 Comments

byhisgrace 2 years ago

Thanks for your review

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Gwbigdog 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise

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AuntPinkie 2 years ago

Welcome to the wonderful world of cruising. Sorry you got caught by the hurricane. Hope your next cruise is without that “drama”. Glad you enjoyed your cruise.

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WhippetMum 2 years ago

Glad you had fun on your first cruise

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javawoody 2 years ago

Glad you enjoyed your first cruise

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cruising2004 2 years ago

So glad you had a great first cruise!

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