Independence of the Seas Review

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Review for the Western Mediterranean Cruise on Independence of the Seas
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Solent Richard
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

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Sail Date: Feb 2011
Cabin: Junior Suite

We had no prior experience with Royal Caribbean. At the time of booking this 18 night cruise, all suite accommodation had been reserved, so we opted for a Junior Suite. Cruise.co beat the competition to offer us a good deal.

We arrived around midday and received priority channels at check-in. Staterooms were not available before 1.00pm and we were therefore directed and afforded a preview of The Windjammer self service restaurant. On the surface, and with less than three dozen passengers aboard, this appeared a reasonable venue: the illusion did not last.

The layout, size, and furnishings of our Junior Suite on 9 Deck surpassed expectations and there were a number of innovative features that we liked. A particularly large walk-in wardrobe with additional shelving, en-suite with full size bath, and a large balcony with table, chairs and sun beds were certainly a pleasant surprise. There were tea and filter coffee making facilities with china mugs, a safe and a large fridge. There were not, however, any flowers, fruit or welcome wine/champagne. Three pin UK type sockets are not available and two pin adaptors are essential.

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Junior Suite

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One of the highlights of the cruise was the size of the Junior Suite.

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