Great weather all week and beautiful sights. I enjoyed being able to go to five different beaches to enjoy the ocean and all it had to offer. I did miss seeing a turtle up close, but did see sting rays, sand dollars, blue wrasse, drum fish, trumpet fish, parrot fish, butterfly and many other types of fish. The beaches were clean and it was a wonderful week.
Embarkation
5 out of 5
The lines moved quickly and our luggage arrived in our rooms shortly thereafter.
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
3 out of 5
Maybe it is the supply chain I don't know but the food could have been better. The food that was delicious on the menu were items that they charge you extra. Drinks-Maybe it was all the ice they put in the drinks and the smaller size glasses, but the drinks were not that impressive. I had several in a row and never even got a buzz -Disappointing.
Onboard Activities
4 out of 5
Pools and area around the pools were busy. The fitness center was nice. The pickle ball courts were very busy as you had to sign up for a time slot the day before. Not many activities on the ship. They did have an adult coloring and origami time daily that was fun. And this Holland America cruise did have a daily Catholic Mass which was awesome. The shopping area had limited hours so it was harder for me to buy anything on the ship.
Entertainment
4 out of 5
I saw many pianos on board but no piano players. So until after dinner there was no music entertainment. The comedian was hilarious so seating for his shows were packed solid very early as it was in a smaller venue. All performers in other shows were great as well.
Children's Programs
5 out of 5
The teen group (13-17) met 8pm every night and my son was able to meet friends to enjoy the whole week.
Service and Staff
5 out of 5
Room stewards were amazing. Quiet, friendly, and very hard workers. The waiters sometimes seemed a bit overworked and the course timing at meals was a little off and occasionally items were mixed up, but they were were very nice and professional. There was floor 9 bartender that made fun songs and was friendly enough that made going to that one worthwhile. The concierge in the Neptune Suite was very helpful and polite.
Ship Quality
5 out of 5
The ship was clean and once in awhile you see maintenance checking random areas. Level 3 had the walk around the ship with viewing chairs. 3 laps = 1 mile
Cabin / Stateroom
5 out of 5
The cabin was spacious and clean with lots of closet space. Room service was wonderful. The views were amazing as the window was large as well as the balcony. The only problem was with the TV service.
Arrived in Florida early to stay at the Pelican Grand Beach Resort that is right on the ocean. It was a relaxing day in the sun and the room was very spacious, clean, with great views.
Enjoyed the excursion with the open bus ride to Coconut Cove, it was a beautiful day and enjoyed seeing the beauty of the island without the city life. The beach was smaller and not crowded and staff was attentive. Had a great time as it was relaxing. Definitely could have spent more time on that beach!
Took a taxi to a beach to snorkel but the water was rough making visibility poor so went back to the beach at the port and had a beautiful sunny day relaxing. Next time I would rent a golf cart to drive around the island.
Industrial port so took taxi to Paradise Cove for a few hours. Beautiful sunny day with a bit of a breeze. Tried there grilled conch and chicken wings with fries- all delicious.
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