My husband and I along with my sister and her husband recently returned from our cruise on the Freedom of the Seas. First I would like to say that we felt the ship was beautiful and very well maintained. We have cruised several other cruise lines and feel that this ship lived up to all the reviews we read about it. Our embarkation was very quick and we were soon at the Windjammer for our first lunch. The food was very good, however we did feel that it was a bit confusing with the way the food stations were arranged. We all agreed that we would rather eat our meals in the dining room rather than looking for our traveling companions or a table. We were very satisfied with all selections for breakfast and lunch in the dining room, as well as the evening meals. It was the first cruise for my brother-in-law and he enjoyed trying entrees that he had never eaten. I can't say enough about our waiter and assistant waiter--they were very prompt with their service as well as friendly and accommodating with all our requests.

We had balcony cabins and were very pleased with the size of the cabins with lots of storage and closet space. The bathrooms were larger than some we have encountered so we were pleased with that!! Our room steward was also remarkable, keeping us equipped with ice, wine glasses, etc the first day and every day thereafter. The 'towel animals' were an added enjoyment.

Entertainment was also very good. We were not aware that the ice skating show would be available at night in lieu of a production so we made reservations to see the ice show in the afternoon, which meant there was no show in the evening. We did miss that attraction but ended up going to the Schooner Bar and enjoyed the piano player there. We didn't really go to the other bars so can't comment on them. We enjoyed the usual 'Marriage Game' and of course 'The Quest' is not to be missed--it was hilarious!! Read more