Ventura Review

Fantastic First Cruise

Review for the Mediterranean Cruise on Ventura
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johnnyd57uk
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

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Sail Date: Nov 2016

First cruise and first time on the Ventura. Absolutely fantastic ship and we had a great time on the whole.

It was all a bit mystifying initially. Embarkation was smooth but once on board it got totally confusing. Very few signs and port and starboard passageways were done in identical colours which didnt help. Some people tied ribbons at various parts of the ship as a landmark. Main signs were in grey/orange so unreadable. We had to help a few lost elderly people over the course of the trip and likewise others helped us.

Having said all that the food was fantastic particularly at fine dining. We had 4 formal nights I think and dressing up was great fun. For those worried about formal nights I can only say Tuxedos are cheap and a bow ties cost little so dont worry and enjoy the experience. The remaining nights are smart casual which I dressed up for as well. Lots of people seem to worry about this but dont and dont miss out on the fine dining.

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La Coruna

Not particularly interesting but nice to be able to stretch ones feet.

Lisbon

Very interesting place. Wish I had more time there. Managed to ride on the funicular railway which took us up a steep incline. Great views over the city. Saw some lovely churches. Coffee and cakes can be cheap but not always. 3 large and I have to say delicious ice creams in a restaurant around £25. That sounds like London prices. On the whole a very nice port of call. Others loved the trip to Fatima so you might want to consider that as an option whilst in Lisbon.

Gibraltar

Lots of very cheap alcohol, narrow streets, a Morrisons supermarket and a Rock.

Seville

It was ok. Might have been better with excursion

Southampton

What can one say. Great football team. Terminal was fine.

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