Harmony was better- not worth the higher price for new ship

Wonder of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Eastern

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 12

Overall rating:

3.7 out of 5
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Wonder of the Seas

7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Sail date: February 18, 2024

Ship: Wonder of the Seas

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 12200

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 9 months ago

Review summary

The price was higher than we typically pay, but we wanted to try the newest ship (at the time of booking). Because of the popularity of new ship, it drove up the demand and price. It was way too crowded, more so than I’ve ever seen. For the ice cream, the line would wrap around the pool. No sun lounge chairs available after 8:30 am and no staff to monitor this. Looking back, I would have rather paid less money, with lighter crowds vs max capacity due to the popularity of this ship. This experience has changed my view and I will no longer book on Icon for our next cruise. Hope this is helpful

Embarkation

5 out of 5
Very Easy

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5
Main dining room was faster service compared to other ships

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5
More for younger families

Entertainment

3 out of 5
Had to cancel one show, the water show was not as good as on other ships.

Children's Programs

Do not have young children

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
Great service, though with the high number of occupants (we were at max capacity) there seemed to be less staff vs other ships

Ship Quality

3 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5
Same as other ships

Ship tip

When you go to the windjammer, go to the right vs main entrance. There are still hand washing stations there. You will have a view of the ocean there.

Ports of call

Port Canaveral, Florida

2 out of 5

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

4 out of 5

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

4 out of 5

Disembarkation

4 out of 5
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2 Comments

javawoody     9 months ago

Appreciate the review

kef2016     9 months ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise experience. Sorry that it didn’t meet all your expectations. Hope your next cruise or vacation will meet all your expectations.

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