Great cruise for the money. The ship refit was very nice and the ports are worth seeing again.
Embarkation
3 out of 5
It was a little confusing. There seemed to be little to no control over the lines to check in. People were not sure which line to be in since they snaked and crossed in front of one another.
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
4 out of 5
There were many great servers and staff members to assist you, but there were a couple of servers that seemed like we were a bother to them. Overall, it was very enjoyable. I would definitely do that cruise again.
Onboard Activities
4 out of 5
The entertainment was excellent. There updates to the ship were great. My only criticism would be the seating in the main theater. They are small, uncomfortable, and the aisles are too narrow to try to accommodate a large gathering. The newer areas like Spice 2-O, and the atrium were very pleasing.
Entertainment
5 out of 5
Some great performers and a couple exceptional singers stood out as well.
Children's Programs
No kids, lol
Service and Staff
4 out of 5
Most everyone was friendly & smiling, but there were a few exceptions. Perhaps they were having a bad day, I don't know, so we would try to use servers we thought were more willing to serve us. One good server, in particular, was named Christian Plazas. He was EXCELLENT in the 5 O'Clock somewhere bar. He made it a pleasure to go have margaritas there whenever we felt like drinking (by the way, that bar serves the BEST margaritas on the ship, hands down!)
Ship Quality
5 out of 5
The refitted ship looks great!
Cabin / Stateroom
5 out of 5
Good size room. The bathroom design is new to me and a little bigger than expected.
Great place to visit. We booked a day pass at the Riu Palace Pacifico (all inclusive resort). It was AMAZING! The resort itself was fitting of the name. It's a palace, with luxury abounding and wonderful restaurants and pools and scenery.
For a port that is in a poor area (beggars are everywhere) I have to admit we had a LOT of fun exploring the tourist areas. The beaches were nice, and the scenery was breath taking. We did a lot of shopping (be sure to haggle. You negotiate your own price(s) while there). The only places you don't will be in the restaurants for the most part, but most everything else we could make a deal.
We did a glass bottom boat excursion to the arch. Great photo opportunity for vacation pictures. Afterwards, we shopped and stopped at a place to try the local cuisine and drinks.
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