Flew into Sydney from the UK the day before and stayed at the Sofitel Wentworth. The next day walked from the hotel with our cases to the quay which took 15 mins stroll downhill to board the ship at 11.30 am.The bags were taken from us and we were able to board straight away as we are Crown and Anchor members. We waited in the Solarium and had something to eat in The Park cafe until our cabin was ready at 13.00. We were 2nd dinner seating at Cascades on a table for 10 sitted with other British couples age 50-70. The standard of food was identical to other RCI cruises in that considering the large amount of passengers nearly 2800 on board the food was reasonable and the level of service by all crew was exceptional. The speciality food package of 60$ each was excellant value and worthwhile. we eat in Giovanni, Brazil Samba and chops Grille.

Other cruise reviews for this same cruise mentioned the amount of immobile passengers which I noted was a very small percentage compared to other cruises taken in USA and Europe. At no time were we personally delayed by a fellow passenger on a zimmer frame, wheechair or walking stick. Their comments are totally unreasonable and unfriendly.

The cruise director Bobby led a willing and friendly team including the captain and fellow crew members interacting with the passengers to provide unfortgetable and entertaining activites on sea days . Read more