Definitely NOT The Best We've Encountered!

Rhapsody of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Southern

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Review: 1
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Overall rating:

4.2 out of 5
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Rhapsody of the Seas

6 Night Caribbean Repositioning (Bridgetown To Miami)

Sail date: April 23, 2023

Ship: Rhapsody of the Seas

Cabin type: Suite

Cabin number: 8512

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 1 year ago

Review summary

First time cruising with Royal Caribbean and was not impressed. Will give them another go on a newer, larger ship and see if our impression of this cruise line changes.

Embarkation

3 out of 5
Onboarding was smooth however, Miami departure was a total cluster!

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5
Cabin, crew (especially Shari-Anne) were all outstanding. Rated overall experience as Good due to lack of entertainment, ships aged appearance (could definitely use upgrading).

Onboard Activities

2 out of 5
Activities were slim to zilch... Guessing due to ship size. However, Carnival Cruise smaller vessels have vastly more entertainment!

Entertainment

3 out of 5
Good overall but, could use enhancements.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
They all made our lack of enthusiasm with Royal Caribbean worth while. Prompt service with smiles and attentiveness!

Ship Quality

3 out of 5
The ship could definitely use upgrades. Overall look is extremely outdated. In addition, lower level floors had a stench that resembled locker room. Having said that, the crew kept abreast of visual cleanliness.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Cabin size was exceptional! Could sleep four easily without feeling cramped. Bed was comfy and cabin was spotless!

Ship tip

If a seasoned cruiser, don't come with high expectations. Definitely a cruise for a first timer!

Ports of call

Bridgetown, Barbados

4 out of 5
Did not do or see much in Barbados. There long enough to onboard and out to sea...

Kingstown, St. Vincent

5 out of 5
Excursion was on point! Especially the rum punch beach party!

Castries, St. Lucia

5 out of 5
Almost needed a snorkel due to the amount of rain but, enjoyed the sights of our excursion nonetheless.

Basseterre, St. Kitts

5 out of 5
Great shopping and sights!

Miami, Florida

5 out of 5
No excursion but, enjoyed a great brunch before boarding flight home.

Disembarkation

1 out of 5
Customs was not readily available upon our arrival. So, we were delayed for hours!
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