Independence of the Seas Review

A Decent Cruise For The Money - Promenade Stateroom Warning!

Review for the Western Caribbean Cruise on Independence of the Seas
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CruiseGuy87
2-5 Cruises • Age 30s

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Sail Date: Jan 2017
Cabin: Promenade Stateroom
Fort Lauderdale Departure
Casino
Chacchoben Ruins - Costa Maya
Independence of the Seas at Costa Maya
Towel Monkey
Main Dining Room

The ship was well maintained, although the carpet could be replaced in some areas. The ship had a party atmosphere, which I did not care for. Expect cheesy and random pop/dance music piped all throughout the ship at all hours.

Food was excellent throughout the ship. I am a vegetarian and am on the low FODMAP diet, and the staff went above and beyond to accommodate my dietary needs.

The entertainment was so-so. The ice show and magic show were amazing, but the main shows were subpar. We actually left during Grease and the dance show.

Cabin Review

Promenade Stateroom

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The stateroom was fine for an inside stateroom with a view, although my girlfriend became claustrophobic. There was no noise heard from the promenade except the final night - there was a LOUD dance party on the promenade that went from 10:45-11:30pm and kept us up from sleeping. We felt this was very rude especially considering we would need to get up early the next day to disembark.

Port Reviews

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades)

A great town - I can highly recommend flying in a night or more early and checking out the beach and various restaurants.

Cozumel

Love Cozumel. The downtown is like any US beach town, but everything is a fraction of the price. The beaches are pristine and Playa Palancar is a beautiful, quiet stop with cheap drinks.

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