American Independence (formerly Independence) Review

4.0 / 5.0
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Small Ship --- Big Fun, but needs a little work.

Review for the USA Cruise on American Independence (formerly Independence)
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RandyM22
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s

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Sail Date: Dec 2013

First off let me say that I really like this cruise line. So much so, that we are taking them in Alaska this summer. The crew was very friendly and helpful. The food service and staff were excellent. The other passengers were quite friendly and engaging. The entertainment, with one glaring exception was very good. The lectures and information about our ports was exceptional and the shore excursions were very good. The cocktail hour every afternoon is a great way to mix and mingle and get to know the other passengers.

If you are on this Cruise Critic site to help in the selection of your next cruise, let me give you some idea of what to expect and not to expect from American Cruise Lines….

- If you want a cruise with 4000 of your best friends, assigned dinner tables and times, food from a cement mixer, half hour waits to get on or off the ship, an iPhone App to save you from getting lost on the ship, a $500 bar bill for a seven day cruise, being nickel and dimed to death for everything other than your room and meals, American Cruise Lines is not for you.

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Cabin AAL

The rooms were clean, comfortable, and the beds were very nice. There was more storage space than we needed for unpacking. The bedroom and the bath were spacious and functional.The cabin decor however needs work and lots of it. The decor made the stateroom look Grandma's guest room. OMG! Valences on the windows?? Just because your guest may be past their prime there is no reason your decor should be.

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