Mostly enjoyable

Item: Mariner of the Seas
Rating: 4.5
Author: hmgannon18

Mariner of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

hmgannon18

Contributor Level: Deck Hand

Cruises: 2-3 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Vote: 1

Overall rating:

4.5 out of 5

4 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

Sail date: November 07, 2024

Ship: Mariner of the Seas

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 7516

Traveled as: Family (young children)

Reviewed: 4 days ago

Review summary

The overall experience was positive, but I was disappointed that there was no where for small babies to play in the water on the ship.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

The process was smooth, but I had no idea that at a certain point during pregnancy cruise ships do not allow you to board. Luckily I was under the limit (barely) but there should really be a disclaimer when booking (especially if you are booking with an agent/live person) about this restriction.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

Both the food and service were excellent.

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5

I was disappointed that babies are not allowed in the pools and there were no alternatives for small children to play in the water (i.e. splash pad/park). It was really hard to have a baby that was upset they couldn't play in the pool/water.

Entertainment

5 out of 5

A wide variety of entertainment was provided.

Children's Programs

4 out of 5

Due to seasickness, we didn't get to take advantage of this enough, but it seemed like there were a lot of options offered.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

All staff were very accommodating and polite.

Ship Quality

4 out of 5

Everything was clean and well maintained, but the rooms are noticeably a bit outdated.

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5

The room was spacious and very clean. As noted above, the decor/design is a bit outdated.

Ship tip

If your baby loves to swim/play in the water, this is not the experience for you.

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Ports of call

Galveston, Texas

5 out of 5

Cozumel, Mexico

4 out of 5

Disembarkation

5 out of 5

Very simple and smooth

6 Comments

Gwbigdog 3 days ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise

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kef2016 3 days ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise experience. Glad you enjoyed your cruise.

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javawoody 4 days ago

Appreciate the post

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basssacker 4 days ago

Thanks for sharing

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kellies26 4 days ago

Always something to ask. A cruise is not really baby friendly.

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cpd407 4 days ago

Sorry there was no place for your baby to play in the water. So glad everything else was good. Thanks for sharing

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