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Symphony of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Eastern

Cruises: 4-6 cruises
Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 28

Overall rating:

4.5 out of 5
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Symphony of the Seas

7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: November 05, 2022

Ship: Symphony of the Seas

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 9146

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 1 year ago

Review summary

I was a little anxious about being on such a large ship (6000+ passengers), but it turned out to be the best cruise we have ever been on. It did not feel any more crowded than on smaller cruise ships. The ship is gorgeous, new, clean, with many amenities and attractions. Well-staffed, good service.

Embarkation

5 out of 5
For such a large number of passengers (6000+), embarkation took much less time than expected, and much less than any other of the cruises we have been on (4). Very smooth and orderly, no waiting around.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5
The food was consistently good, like other cruises we have been on. Desserts were ok.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5
Plenty of activities. We used the large fitness center every day, and we did the zip line, rock climbing, surf pool, and water slides. Fun.

Entertainment

5 out of 5
Excellent, some spectacular, shows - on stage, aqua theater, and ice rink

Service and Staff

4 out of 5
Consistently good, similar to other cruises.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5
Spectacular ship. New, clean, no rust or old paint anywhere. Large staterooms and balconies. Central Park area with trees and plants, view of the sky; we walked through the park several times a day to get from one end of the ship to the other. Large sports bar with many TV screens with every football game on on Sunday.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Spacious balcony room compared to other cruises. Very comfortable, clean.

Ship tip

Try to get reservations right after boarding to shows you want to see. And don't be surprised if some shows are canceled due to unforeseen events (e.g., weather).

Ports of call

Miami, Florida

5 out of 5

San Juan, Puerto Rico

3 out of 5

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

4 out of 5

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

4 out of 5

Perfect Day At Coco Cay, Bahamas

5 out of 5

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
Unbelievably fast, compared to other cruises, and considering 6000 passengers getting off. Very smooth, efficient process, little wait time. Used facial recognition at customs for passport check.
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5 Comments

Cruisersnoozer    1 year ago

Thanks for the review!

javawoody    1 year ago

Thanks for sharing your experience

SeaUlater    1 year ago

Thank you for your review. We’ll be sailing on her in 10 days.

Gwbigdog    1 year ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise

AuntPinkie    1 year ago

Glad this was one of your favorite cruises. Appreciate your feedback.

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