Oh Royal Caribbean, what can I say? We had a few bumps along the way, but there were more joys than pains.
The Radiance of the Seas is an older ship compared to some of the other ships in their fleet. A few things were a bit disappointing.
The size of their pools was insufficient for the number of people who wanted to get in. Everyone who went in appeared to be tightly packed together, which in no way seemed relaxing to me. I also felt that at times, the quality of food was inconsistent. Some days the food was really good, while other times, we left most of it on the plate. I am grateful for our waiters, Leah & Brian. Despite the circumstances, they remained professional, kind, and accommodating. They made a great team!
Lastly, the size of the bathrooms in the stateroom was very small and uncomfortable to maneuver.
That being said, some of the more enjoyable experiences included the games hosted in the main theater, outdoor movie screenings, the freshly pressed juices, and having access to the well-equipped gym. I also loved the live musicians, scavenger hunts, and the fantastic cruise director. Jerry was awesome! He was funny, animated, and kept us entertained throughout the entire trip.
Some things to consider:
*The refreshment package is worth getting if you're going to get lattes, smoothies, and juices. You can get sodas if you like, but you must ask for a can, if not, they'll give you watered-down fountain beverages.
*You can set a time for room service to straighten up your room but don't expect to get new sheets unless you specifically ask for them. I appreciate that the staff is very attentive, providing clean towels, creating those cute animals out of towels, and providing daily itineraries, I just wish that they were more detailed with the little things.
In the future, I would still sail with Royal Caribbean, but more likely on one of their newer ships. All in all, this was a fun vacation and a wonderful way to celebrate my sister's birthday. read more