It's was an OK cruise.

Item: Symphony of the Seas
Rating: 3.3
Author: tonyakasal

Symphony of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Eastern

tonyakasal

Contributor Level: Second Mate

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 5

Overall rating:

3.3 out of 5

7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: July 02, 2022

Ship: Symphony of the Seas

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 9672

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 2 years ago

Review summary

Overall it was an ok cruise for my liking there were way too many kids. Onboard activities could have been bette. Also, certain activities could've been planned better like Bingo they were cramming people into "The Attic" (small club venue" and "On Air" (small karaoke venue). And unfortunately after we got back my girlfriend and I tested positive for Covid we started feeling a bit weird on Day 6 but didn't think much of it but we were positive.

Embarkation

3 out of 5

There was a lot of people all mixed up together. I wish they had the seperate Diamond, Diamond plus, etc. lines

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5

It's "cruise food" can't expect much the usual menus with bland taste and barely warm temperatures.

Onboard Activities

2 out of 5

We did some trivia, some shows and saw the belly flop contest. I wish they had more activities though we felt at times there was nothing to do. It almost felt like they were forcing you to be in the casino or in your room.

Entertainment

2 out of 5

They shows were ok. The DJs could've been way better it was pretty much the same music everyday.

Service and Staff

4 out of 5

The staff for the most is always very friendly and nice.

Ship Quality

4 out of 5

The ship was very clean.

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5

The room was your typical balcony room comfortable enough.

Ship tip

One piece of advice DON'T go in June, July or August way too many kids.

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Ports of call

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

4 out of 5

Love Maho beach to watch the planes land. Been there multiple times.

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Perfect Day At Coco Cay, Bahamas

3 out of 5

I love it when there's only one ship docked but when there's 2 it gets over crowded.

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Disembarkation

2 out of 5

They need to better organize disembarkation.

Traveler Photos

9 Comments

renob420247 2 years ago

I can't "downgrade" a cruise because kids were on it. I would suggest Virgin cruiselines if you want to cruise without kids. Don't to much disagree with your review otherwise

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Gwbigdog 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise

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GabeNSteph 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing

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AuntPinkie 2 years ago

Appreciate your feedback!

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Shh813 2 years ago

Yes, don't cruise during the summer and school vacations or there will always be lots of kids.

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kdlady 2 years ago

That's why I never cruise in the summer!

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javawoody 2 years ago

Cruising when school is out = kids

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CruzeFan 2 years ago

Thanks for the review. It’s always better to travel when school is in session so there are less kids on board. Covid is spreading everywhere, including cruise ships currently.

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byhisgrace 2 years ago

Appreciate your feedback.

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