Welcome to Kathryn Baldwin's review of the Royal Caribbean International, Adventure of the Seas. ReviewThatCruise.com is first for Adventure of the Seas Reviews & Adventure of the Seas ship reviews.
This was my first cruise and it was an unbelievable experience. Check in was a fast process and we immediately headed for the windjammer. I had heard mixed reviews on the arrival time of luggage to the cabin. Half of my family recieved their luggage before dinner, the other half (myself included) after dinner. The staff was cheerful and helpful, pointing you in the right direction until you got your barings.
I had an interior room - but one that looked over the promenode on the inside of the ship. I loved it! Great for people watching! And during the 70\'s disco night that was hosted in the promenade my cousin and I got up on the window seat and danced around! Rarely gets noisey good sound proofing windows!
the next day was a day at sea and I had read other reviews which said to get to the pool early to get a spot and its true! If you want a spot directly adjecent to the pool early risers win the prize! I opted to sleep in a little and head to the pool soon there after. I got a chair immediately on the deck above the pool along the edge of the boat which was truly beautiful to watch the ship sail across the blue seas. (to get to the pool i simply walked down a flight of stairs) Poolside service was shocking - in the good way. I was very impressed someone came by every 10-20 mins to ensure maximum comfort. **Check the daily sheet for the drink of the day - the first day they are served in souvenir cups for no extra charge** Some family members took up camp in the adult only area under the shaded canopy\'s onthe side of the ship. It was cool, there was minimal noise, they were happy.
There is so much to do on this ship that its a shame there is only one full day at sea. My favorite activity by far was the spa. I booked a port day special (3 different 1/2 hour treatments for $99) being from NY and an avid spa goer this was a bargin for me! there were many options and deals available only on the day you board. I recommend doing that as one of your first things because good time slots book fast! Also try to avoid the times that the ship leaves the port - I was on a massage table at 5:30 when we departed Antigua and the horn sounded and I almost fell off the table (the spa is located directly under it!)
Dinners in the dining hall were delicious - far exceeded what I was expecting. Our waiters were fantastic - showing us magic and even playing a prank or two on us! I actually still email one of the waiters.
OUR CRUISE DIRECTOR! was the BEST!!!!!!! I wanted his job and did not hide that from him when i got the oppurtunity to meet him before one of the nightly shows. He promptly said well lets go and started to escort me to the stage. once i spoke a little more he noticed my slight case of laryngitis and said maybe next time! but he was funny and entertaining everynight!
All ports we were the only ship docked and it was fabulous! Great excursions but we discovered that for beaches it was easier to just hop in a cab, most times the cab drivers would be happy to arrange a pick up time and theyll come back to get you. It saves a little money and you aren\'t confined by time.
The nightlife on this boat is great too. jesters nightclub was perfect for the 18-30 and sometimes older crowds. Though my only complaint is the DJ said they would play only top 40 - which by the 3rd night was a little redundant. Bartendar JEFFREY was the best! showing off for the masses! There are two other nightlife options - thought i must admit I was Jesters loyal.
I loved this ship - I want to go back on it just to do the things I missed out on. (THE MINI GOLF COURSE!!!!)
I loved RC!
I\'m going on my second this year!
Positives
* Friendly Staff that are the same everyday so if you frequent a spot they\'ll know your name by the 3rd day!
* SPA SPA SPA
* Great Professional Picture Oppurtunities - get on line early get it over with!
* the food
* the entertainment
Negatives
*only one day at sea proves a little difficult to get everything done! MORE DAYS AT SEA I SAY!
