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Navigator of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

jamesmoe63

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 2-3 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 44

Overall rating:

1 out of 5

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7 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

Sail date: October 04, 2015

Ship: Navigator of the Seas

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 7518

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 9 years ago

Review summary

There were four of us on this cruise, my wife and I and her daughter and son in law. We were not impressed with the ship, it was very utilitarian, and on the first day we were yelled at by crew members about boarding, life boat drill, etc. my wife and daughter are smokers and there were only three places on the entire ship where smoking was allowed without enough chairs to use, even though there were chairs and lounges stored on an unused observation deck. There were activities but none that interested us, I tried out the flow rider, but as a mature adult it was to fast and forceful to enjoy. Every time anyone went to the buffet there was forced use of hand sanitize liquid, which was annoying since we know about proper hand washing. Unpleasant atmosphere.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

The main dining food and service was the bright spot on this cruise, great service from our servers Jovin & Yatin, and great food.

Onboard Activities

1 out of 5

This ship needs a water slide and bigger pools that every one could enjoy, the Flow rider, sports court, rock climbing wall are only fun for young physically fit people.

Entertainment

3 out of 5

The Ice Dancing show was great, some of the other shows were all right, but we missed most of them due to out 8:00 pm dining time.

Children's Programs

5 out of 5

Not applicable. No children traveling with us.

Service and Staff

3 out of 5

Our main dining room servers Jovin & Yatin were the best, other staff were not very friendly.

Ship Quality

1 out of 5

The ship is kept clean, but it is dated and utilitarian with wasted spaces and lacking in 24 hour dining options, upon returning from ports around 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm the buffet and main dining rooms are closed so a hot meal is not available until evening. When using the pool areas you have to get dressed and trek to the Windjammer buffet to get food or coffee or iced tea and lemonade, because there is no pool side food or drink stations (except bars). This is very inconvenient. The Windjammer buffet lacks good traffic flow. Carnival's Lido deck buffets are way better designed, and easier to use.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Our cabin was nice, and very clean, no complaints

Ship tip

The ship needs updating, if you are physically fit the sports deck will be fun. If you want to lounge around, there is plenty of time and space for that. The main dining room food is excellent. If you smoke there are few places where it is allowed and very limited seating in smoking areas.

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Ports of call

Galveston, Texas

5 out of 5

Cozumel, Mexico

5 out of 5

George Town, Grand Cayman

5 out of 5

Falmouth, Jamaica

5 out of 5

Traveler Photos

19 Comments

deboftheseas 9 years ago

health tip...quit smoking and use the sanitizer to avoid dirty looks from the rest of us onboard... it's for everyone's benefit

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cshorlock 9 years ago

I hope you find a ship that is not so utilitarian!

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aimieliz 9 years ago

Additionally, keep in mind the class of ship you are sailing when judging the ship

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aimieliz 9 years ago

Over the past 10 years we have cruised 15+ times with RC within all of their classes. We cruised Navigator back in Dec 2007, there were 10 of us; ages ranged from 18-45 .. there were plenty of things to do for all ages, we're leaving on November 10th to sail the ship again; the ship was awesome then, and I can't imagine it being anything but better now!... they're always making constant upgrades to these ships

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rendezvoussam 9 years ago

I can't afford smoking....my health is too precious, unfortunately in life I have to endure as we all breath the same air!

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kdizzl 9 years ago

I'm sorry that this family couldn't enjoy their cruise. Perhaps in the future,they should research little better before they book a vacation.

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bmac614 9 years ago

Yep. I use an electronic cigarette and does not effect anyone or anything.

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andr 9 years ago

same with my wife asthmatic. we avoid the casino and also avoid the starboard side of the ship. thats the way it is. we just do not go there.

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beautiful79 9 years ago

I know one time I cruised and someone got in trouble for smoking on the balcony.

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bmac614 9 years ago

As an ex smoker myself, I can see the view of non smokers. It lingers in a lot of places. Sometimes having to pass thru casinos you have to hold nose. On our recent cruise, someone near by was smoking on balcony and could smell it. Wife has extreme asthma.

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andr 9 years ago

cannot feel sorry for smokers. put my wife in hospital too many times due to second hand smoke.😲

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bmac614 9 years ago

That's right. We will not either.

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cruisin850 9 years ago

We couldn't cruise without a balcony. Our need for a place of our own to enjoy the view is crucial for the pleasure of the experience.

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bmac614 9 years ago

I know what you mean tho. But this might actually sound insane to some....... But my wife and I have been on the Allure and Carnival Magic.. Believe it or not, we actually prefer the magic for one reason....more ocean views outside of balcony cabin

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cruisin850 9 years ago

Disney cruise line will hand out wipes at the doors of all the restaurants and their buffet. With how fast a virus can spread in an inclosed place like ship. I am happy to see some sort of sanitation taking place. Sorry your experience wasn't pleasant.

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beautiful79 9 years ago

The only reason why I'm a bit nervous is that this ship is a bit downgrade from ships I've sailed. I don't want my experience to be awful even though it's an older ship.

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bmac614 9 years ago

Everyone has their opinions about all ships. I read them and laugh and just take them with a grain of salt. Will never not cruise or get nervous about some comments.

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beautiful79 9 years ago

wow , now I'm getting nervous about sailing on this boat next month.

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bmac614 9 years ago

WOW!!!! Those have got to be some of the lamest comments I have seen in a long time. To not find any activities is the fault of the cruiser not cruise line. To say you were annoyed for trying to keep sanitizing is crazy.. My opinion.

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