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Symphony of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 39

Overall rating:

4.8 out of 5
Symphony of the Seas

6 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: August 29, 2021

Ship: Symphony of the Seas

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 14697

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 3 years ago

Review summary

I just returned form a cruise on Symphony of the Seas. I would like to commend them on doing a wonderful job at keeping everyone safe and happy. We showed proof of vaccine, negative Covid test, and filled out a health questionnaire. We wore masks indoors unless it was vaccinated guests only, then it was your choice. The social distancing was visible! It was a little surreal having so many pool chairs to choose from, as well as dining and entertainment spaces. The staff is genuinely happy to be there and it shows. Obliviously, there were a few adjustments, the entertainment was not all there, but I for one was just so glad to be out that it was not an issue. They had plenty to do and nothing to do if that was what you wanted! We purchased the 3 night Specialty Dining Package and had wonderful meals I actually had lobster twice!! and then again in the dining room! Overall, I would defiantly recommend cruising now as you may never get the opportunity to be on a ship with so few guest. I think it was 1400 guest and 2500 staff. Great time

Embarkation

5 out of 5
Social distanced and very well organised

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5
They were a bit pushy selling specialty restaurants, but it was worth it. The food was better as it was created separately. The staff was very attentive.

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5
Loved the umbrellas at the pool area. The slides were a huge hit. (just not for me!) I felt the solarium needs a larger pool. Central Park was beautiful. The fitness center had a very helpful trainer and walked you through all the equipment.

Entertainment

3 out of 5
lacking

Children's Programs

no children

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
I cannot say enough about the staff. They were exceptional! Most we spoke to remembered our names, and some small detail, very personable! They were all so happy to be there and it showed.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5
constant cleaning.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Our bed was very hard , so our room steward went out of her way to find a mattress topper. She said she would disinfect and cover with a duvet. Very thoughtful. The room was not as cramped as some we had room! Of course the bathroom was TINY!

Ship tip

Plan to Relax!

Ports of call

Miami, Florida

5 out of 5
Just boarded

Falmouth, Jamaica Did not visit port

itinerary change

Nassau, Bahamas Did not visit port

itinerary change

Perfect Day At Coco Cay, Bahamas

5 out of 5
As always it was PERFECT. Loved that it was not crowded. Many chairs and seats on tram!! We just chilled at chill beach and the pool is huge!

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
quick. I loved that we could stay in our cabin until disenbarkment.

Traveler Photos

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13 Comments

Cruisers4Lyfe     3 months ago

Thanks for sharing

reneeminich    3 years ago

Hello! Do you know what the earliest time was that people could walk off the ship to disembark?

AWash0100    3 years ago

Thank you 🙏🏾

wazzbee    3 years ago

Nice comment about the Symphony .Getting ready for our October 2 Cruise also on the Symphony.

MargieRita    3 years ago

Thanks for the review. Makes me feel better about our cruise in October on symphony.

hollysmomtravel    3 years ago

Curt34    3 years ago

Thanks for the review. Glad you enjoyed your cruise.

dragz    3 years ago

Glad you had a great time 🛳🚢⚓👍

izrgreen    3 years ago

Thanks for taking the time to write a review

AuntPinkie    3 years ago

Appreciate your review. Glad you enjoyed your cruise.

javawoody    3 years ago

Thanks for the review and sharing your experience

wakinsupra    3 years ago

Thanks for sharing! We love that ship!

cruising2004    3 years ago

Thanks for sharing

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