Liberty of the Seas

Ok Cruise, older ship could use alot of updates and much better de-humidification they had fans blowing everywhere. missed the best port because of weather, but that is a risk this time of year.

Cruise was great, even if we did not get off at Cozumel. But the way we got off ship in Galveston, has me wondering if I ever want to do that again..... My grand children were abused, in that they were so sweaty and miserable, so were the adults! Much walking here and there, what in the world happened to the good old days... Wow that actually hurt to think about that Sunday morning!

Code of Conduct: During my years of employment in the civilian world as well as the time I spent in the military there were always rules. Therefore I have no problem following rules. There were a number of rules that were posted on signs around the ship that, although clearly posted and in some cases in more than one language, were not followed nor were they enforced. Case in point; the Dress Code, and the lack of enforcement, I remember seeing a sign that stated that some type of cover up garment must be worn in the dining area after swimming. While I do not have a weak stomach I would prefer not to have to look at some obese person waddling through the buffet area with his large hairy gut hanging over the waistband of his ill fitted swim trunks as he approached and then the crack of his butt as he passed by. Another sign I remember seeing stated that shoes were to be worn throughout the ship; this rule also seemed to only apply to some of the passengers. You would think that this rule would be especially important in the buffet area. I believe that the Dress Code for the Formal Evenings was stated as suit and tie for men and dresses for the women, once again this seemed to be more of a suggestion rather than a rule; since many of the people in the dining room look as if they were on their way to Walmart rather than a formal dinner. Although I do not remember seeing a sign stating that children in the buffet area should be accompanied by an adult at the food serving lines, this is one rule that should be posted and enforced. On a number of occasions while dining at the Windjammer Buffet I came upon children unattended by anyone attempting to get food, or drinks on their own and leaving the food and the surrounding area a mess. Such that I bypassed that particular item and went in search of something else to eat. The cruise line could save a lot of money on sign printing since none of these rules seem to be enforced. I am not sure what my expectations were but the experience was more like being trapped in a crowded mall with no way out rather than a vacation. This was the first time my wife and I went on a cruise and I doubt that I will be signing up for another any time soon.

Very large ship, fore to aft (dining) was a hike for my elderly mom. Ship is very well kept and staff is wonderful throughout. Most food is good, not great. Must try Giovanni's specialty Italian restaurant - the best of the lot! Expect up-sell at every turn.

Very enjoyable and relaxing. Excellent dinner service. However, it seems that RC is always trying to get more money out of you through buying pictures, jewelry, expensive drinks, etc.