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Legend of the Seas Cruise Review to Panama Canal, Central America

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 19

Overall rating:

2 out of 5
Legend of the Seas

15 Night Panama Canal Westbound (Ft. Lauderdale To San Diego)

Sail date: April 29, 2015

Ship: Legend of the Seas

Cabin type: Balcony

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 9 years ago

Review summary

The highlight was the Canal. It was truly a monumental undertaking and should be appreciated by all. The food aboard the Legend was good. The bar service was horrible. At times it took more than 20 minutes to get a drink. It's a shame that RCL charges an automatic 18% gratuity on bar drinks. I always thought tipping was for good service. The ship has seen it's better days and lacks the activities to keep one interested during sea days. It was also evident that RCL has cut back on amenities like stationery, pens, robes, room service menus and toiletries in the cabins. The entertainment was OK, not exceptional. Making dinner reservation for "My Time" dining was a chore. I had to listen to 10 reasons why I couldn't have a requested time before an alternative was suggested. Excursions through RCL were pricey for what you get but, the guides and transport are right there as you leave the ship. While excursions booked through United are cheaper you're faced with a hike and vague instructions to hook up with the tour. If the walk is not an issue it is better not to book anything in advance. Practically every kind of excursion is available from reliable independent operators at the port for significantly less money.

For years we have cruised almost exclusively with RCL and were planning to book next years cruise while on board. However, we have decided to sample a different cruise line as a result of this experience.

 

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5
Somewhat lacking

Entertainment

3 out of 5

Children's Programs

N/A

Service and Staff

3 out of 5
Very good in Windjammer and cabin. Bad at bars

Ship Quality

3 out of 5
Somewhat less than OK

Cabin / Stateroom

3 out of 5
Small and lacking amenities

Ship tip

Ship is old and in need of maintenance. Recommend staying away from it.

Ports of call

Ft. Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

3 out of 5
Convenient and efficient

Cartagena, Colombia

3 out of 5
Very interesting

Colon, Panama

5 out of 5
Take the railway to Panama City

Panama Canal Transit

5 out of 5
Everyone should do it at least once. It's a marvel.

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

3 out of 5
Nice country with nice people.

Huatulco, Mexico

3 out of 5
Very clean and modern. Some good restaurants. Very little history.

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

1 out of 5
Everyone is in your face all the time trying to sell you something.

Ensenada, Mexico

1 out of 5
Just nothing special or of interest.

San Diego, California

5 out of 5
Beautiful, clean city with lots to do see and taste.
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