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Departs Seattle aboard Royal Caribbean – Rhapsody of the Seas

Sailing Date(s): May 2013, Jun 2013, Jul 2013, Aug 2013, May 2014, Jun 2014, More Dates


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	Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 30 - 49 Cruise Experience: First cruise Traveler Type: Group Stateroom Type: Inside My first cruise & definitely coming back by Suzanne from Seattle, WA Sailing date: Sep 2011 Pros: Food, cleanliness, spa Cons: Couldn't use pool because too small and crowded I went on this cruise for the first time, with my mom. We loved the food (sushi, Indian, breakfast, soups, dessert were all good). The nightly entertainment was wonderful, with musical shows featuring Billy Joel music, good singers, and laser shows. The dessert festival one day had lots of fruits and chocolates carved out. Loved the daily excursions - taking the railroad across Alaskan mountains was amazing. One down side (and this is probably true of most ships) is that day-time entertainment when you are on the ship is not that great. We were bored when we weren't using the spa, or when I wasn't playing ping pong with the other guests. Ship Details: Ship Quality Beautiful, luxurious layout. Felt like we were on the Titanic (in a good way). Dining/Food Buffet food was great! Stateroom Quality We had inside room, which was very small, as expected. Ship Staff Quality Entertainment & Activities 3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 30 - 49 Cruise Experience: 4 - 6 cruises Traveler Type: Couple Stateroom Type: Inside Awesome time! by Chris L. from MA Sailing date: Sep 2011 Pros: Cleanliness, politeness of the crew, fantastic food Cons: Short time in ports Really nice ship with plenty of room for everyone, for a long trip, a bigger boat with more amenities would be my choice next time like the Oasis or the Allure if they ever get to the Pacific. Extremely clean ship with a great blended crew, all polite and courteous Ship Details: Ship Quality Dining/Food Stateroom Quality Next time I will book a larger room. Inside stateroom for this trip was adequate but that was my choice, not any fault of the cruise. Good for what it is but can get clumsy for larger people. Ship Staff Quality Entertainment & Activities Seemed limited to singing and dance mostly. Like the other acts better for variety. Read this user's port of call reviews: Honolulu, Oahu; Hilo, Hawaii; Kailua-Kona, Hawaii; Lahaina, Maui; Nawiliwili, Kauai Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Honolulu, Oahu Very urban, bustling city. Hilo, Hawaii Rained when we were there so it limited the activities we did. Seemed a bit run down and more industrial than tourist. Kailua-Kona, Hawaii Clean and dry, beautiful town, lots to see and do Don't Miss: 2 hour helicopter tour of the volcanoes and waterfalls Lahaina, Maui Very tourist oriented, lots to see and do, lots of shops and restaurant/bars, city bus available to get around on, beaches are clean and open to the public Don't Miss: Bus ride/tour of Haleakala. Breathtaking once you're in the crater Nawiliwili, Kauai only went to the beach to relax and surf Don't Miss: surfing in the protected harbor. Great for beginners. 3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 50 - 65 Cruise Experience: First cruise Traveler Type: Couple Stateroom Type: Oceanview Awesome Cruise by Jeff B from Battle Creek, NE Sailing date: Jun 2011 Pros: Shows and meals Cons: Cost of off ship tours Overall the ship was awesome as was her crew and captain. I do think that the ship needs some updating as some of the paint etc were beginning to show their ware and tear. The water pressure in the cabin could have been better but other than that, I really have nothing bad to say. I would highly recommend this ship and cruise line to anyone. . Ship Details: Ship Quality Dining/Food Our waiter was awesome! The waiters on the Windjammer deck could have been a little more attentive. It seemed that as the cruise went on they were less attentive. Stateroom Quality Ship Staff Quality Entertainment & Activities Read this user's port of call reviews: Juneau, Alaska; Skagway, Alaska; Victoria, British Columbia Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Juneau, Alaska Skagway, Alaska The railroad trip is too expensive but sounds like an awesome tour. Don't Miss: The cemetary Victoria, British Columbia 3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 65+ Cruise Experience: 4 - 6 cruises Traveler Type: Couple Stateroom Type: Oceanview A little better than average. by A Traveler from Aptos, Ca. Sailing date: Jun 2011 Pros: Good shows, great excursion to the overland dog sled camp Cons: head waiter that lacked social skills; interupted and rushed us at dinner I was impressed with how clean the ship was. A great effort was spent trying to avoid the passing of germs. The shows were varied and very entertaining. Bar areas were clean and the service was excellent. The dining room food was great at first and had deteriorated by the last night of seating. Many of us not did finish our entree. Food was cold and dry. The midnight chocolate buffet was impressive. We met a lady who was traveling alone. She was seated by herself in the dining room. This is not O.K. Ship Details: Ship Quality The decor of the stateroom could have been upgraded. Upholstery is soiled. Our room steward was pleasent and effecient. Dining/Food Stateroom Quality Very quiet area. Loved the big window. Ship Staff Quality The Croatian lady who was in charge of the second seating in the dining room was extremely friendly and helpful. Our second seating waiter was very annoying. He lacked social skills. His helper, a sweet girl from China, was helpful and charming. Entertainment & Activities Horse racing area is not comfortable. Not enough seating. Very clear scheduling of activities. Read this user's port of call reviews: Juneau, Alaska; Skagway, Alaska; Victoria, British Columbia Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Juneau, Alaska Unfortunately we paid a bundle and didn't catch fish. The captain was quite pleasant though. Very nice fishing boat. Skagway, Alaska Red Dog Saloon was a hoot! Lots of fun. WE HAD A WONDERFUL OVERLAND TRIP TO THE DOG TRAINING CAMP. SAW LOTS OF BEAR. Our guide JC was the greatest! Interesting museum of local animals at the site. Loved playing with the dogs and puppies. Don't Miss: The overland dog training camp. Victoria, British Columbia Liked the Queen Victoria Hotel. Excellent service and lots of ambiance. The Museum of Natural History was interesting and Minature World was good. Don't Miss: The Queen Victoria Hotel. ( Bengal Bar) 3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 30 - 49 Cruise Experience: 2 - 3 cruises Traveler Type: Couple Great service. by Nes from Houston, TX Sailing date: Jul 2007 Pros: Climbing wall - Interior pool (pity not for youngs). Very good. Ship Details: Dining/Food No fruit for dessert in dinner. Stateroom Quality Ship Staff Quality Entertainment & Activities Entertainment: Loved the Pampa Gauchos. Children's Programs Nothing for no potty trained. Read this user's port of call reviews: Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico; Cozumel, Mexico; Progreso (Merida), Mexico; Roatan (Isla Roatan), Bay Islands, Honduras Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico No big deal. Cozumel, Mexico Passion Island: beautiful but too short excursion. Don't Miss: Chalky sand, transparent water beach. Progreso (Merida), Mexico Excursion to mangrove lagoon. Very nice, good food, too much time to get there. Don't Miss: If weather is good stay at the beach if weather is rainy go to the lagoon. Roatan (Isla Roatan), Bay Islands, Honduras Colorful coral and fishes. Don't miss snorkelling here. Don't Miss: Snorkelling in coral reef. 3 out of 4 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 30 - 49 Cruise Experience: 4 - 6 cruises Traveler Type: Singles/friends Stateroom Type: Inside it was a relaxing cruise by Michelle L from Los Angeles Sailing date: Aug 2012 The cruise was very relaxing. It was an older crowd than I anticipated so all the activates were age appropriate. the excursions were very expensive. I took a train ride that cost $120. and it was not worth the cost. Ship Details: Ship Quality Dining/Food Stateroom Quality Shower was too small. Ship Staff Quality The staff were wonderful Entertainment & Activities 2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 65+ Cruise Experience: 2 - 3 cruises Traveler Type: Family w/older children Ship Review by Lucy from Seattle, WA Sailing date: May 2007 Ship Details: Entertainment & Activities Read this user's port of call reviews: Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico; Cozumel, Mexico; Progreso (Merida), Mexico; Roatan (Isla Roatan), Bay Islands, Honduras Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico Cozumel, Mexico Don't Miss: Roatan Island. Progreso (Merida), Mexico Roatan (Isla Roatan), Bay Islands, Honduras Loved Roatan in every way and would like to go back there. 2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 50 - 65 Cruise Experience: 2 - 3 cruises Traveler Type: Couple Pamper, relaxed and entertained. by Carole from Houston Sailing date: Aug 2007 Pros: Beautiful facilities, dining, and service and comfortable stateroom. We were surprised how uncrowded it seemed, even though there were 2000 passengers. The layout contributed to this. We enjoyed the entire shipboard experience. Big band music. We traveled with my 82 and 86 year old parents; they were extremely well accommodated and taken care of. They loved the shows and dining. Ship Details: Dining/Food Stateroom Quality Ship Staff Quality Entertainment & Activities Read this user's port of call reviews: Cozumel, Mexico; Progreso (Merida), Mexico; Roatan (Isla Roatan), Bay Islands, Honduras Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Cozumel, Mexico Cozemal was our snorkling destination. It was pretty water, but we went to several stops on the west side, and there was no coral-wiped out by the last major hurricane. We did see fish because our guide baited them up. The excursion crew and boat were exceptional. Don't Miss: Not for snorkling. Progreso (Merida), Mexico Progresso. We took an excursion to see the Flamingos. We did see five birds, but it wasn't very scenic. Don't Miss: Flamingos. Roatan (Isla Roatan), Bay Islands, Honduras Roatan. Fantastic coral reefs at Tabayana Beach. Best beach in the world. Don't Miss: The beaches on the west end. 3 out of 5 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 30 - 49 Cruise Experience: 2 - 3 cruises Traveler Type: Family w/young children Friendly service. by James from Arlington, Texas Sailing date: Jun 2007 Pros: Its service staff. The service was great as well as the food. Information and details about the ship and available activities was very poor. Any announcements made were only heard if you were out in common areas. Parking beforehand was a nightmare as was getting off the ship. Compared to other cruiselines, the only advantage Royal has is getting you on the ship faster. Ship Details: Dining/Food Stateroom Quality Ship Staff Quality Entertainment & Activities Children's Programs Read this user's port of call reviews: Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico; Cozumel, Mexico; Progreso (Merida), Mexico; Roatan (Isla Roatan), Bay Islands, Honduras Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico Very beautiful and friendly. This stop was very fun and beautiful. The people were very friendly and the activities were great. Cozumel, Mexico Cozumel was great!!! The scenery was very beautiful. Snorkelling was a blast. The local people and vendors were very friendly. The food was great. Don't Miss: Snorkel Trip. Progreso (Merida), Mexico Great side trips, friendly people. Another fun stop. Local people very friendly and knowledgeable about local history. Excursions were a blast. Roatan (Isla Roatan), Bay Islands, Honduras Roatan was disappointing. I had been here before and it was great. This time around it was very disappointing. The scenery and activities were good and the shopping was good. The service people (taxi drivers, resort staff, resteraunt staff) were not friendly and did not seem to want to help you or want your business. We sat in a resteraunt for over 45 minutes and were never helped at all despite asking. 3 out of 5 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 50 - 65 Cruise Experience: 4 - 6 cruises Traveler Type: Couple Stateroom Type: Oceanview Alaskan Journey for eight by Peter J from Utah Sailing date: Aug 2012 Pros: Cruise into the fjord and the meals & service Cons: norovirus The norovirus I suspect is more common than advertised. An ample supply of immodiam Ad or its generic equivilant should be maintained. The virus took a great deal out of what was an otherwise excellent vacation. The staff could not have performed better. Ship Details: Ship Quality Dining/Food Wine selections at the gold package level could have been better Stateroom Quality Ample space overall for a week long cruise Ship Staff Quality Entertainment & Activities Finus was the finest 1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful?
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