Quantum of the Seas Review

Quantum Maiden Sailing

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Vicky821
6-10 Cruises • Age 40s

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Sail Date: Nov 2014
Cabin: Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony

We started our journey with a night in The Holiday Inn, Southampton, which was right next to the cruise entrance. Great hotel and perfect location for Southampton Port. We boarded Quantum on the Sunday, very excited about the sidewalk to ship in 10 minutes. It took us 50 minutes to board. There did not appear to be many staff in the cruise terminal checking people in. It seemed like a long process as staff were getting used to using the hand held tablets.

Once we were on the ship we headed straight up to the cabin to collect our sea pass cards, but we could not access the cabins untill 1pm. So, unsure what to do without a sea pass card we went to explore the ship (we later found out that you use your set sail pass until you get your sea pass.

We went up to top deck and were immediately wowed by the North Star and pool area. We then headed down to the Royal Esplande where we were once again wowed. It's a beautiful space with new shops and beautiful artwork. We continued to look around the ship taking in the beautiful art all around. One of the areas that I thought gave us the most wow factor was 270. A gorgeous area to sit and relax in the day with stunning views out of the glass windows. We had lunch in here from the cafe 270 where we had the roast beef sliders. It was great!

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Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony

Cabin E1

D7 category, deck 10 which was directly behind the hump. This meant that we had no forward view but could look out towards the back of the ship. The cabin was spacious with plenty of storage. The TV is not flat against the wall, which meant we could only watch TV sat on the bed. The bathroom was the same size as others we have sailed on. The shower door now opens outwards, it doesn't slide anymore. There was no cabinets in the bathroom, just open shelving. There was no shower gel dispenser in the shower, but you can apparently ask and have small versions brought to you. Overall, I was very impressed with the cabin.

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