Definitely NOT The Best We've Encountered!

Rhapsody of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Southern

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 29

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 Overall look is extremely outdated.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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5 Comments

Gwbigdog    1 year ago

Thanks for sharing

javawoody    1 year ago

Appreciate the feedback

AuntPinkie    1 year ago

Appreciate your detailed feedback. Glad you enjoyed your cruise in spite of the hiccups.

funboomer47    1 year ago

Royal Caribbean is great with lots to do and beautiful ships. Don't judge them from an older ship. Glad you are giving them another try. You will love them.

cruising2004    1 year ago

Thank you for sharing your cruising experience.

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