Riviera Review
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This is the first cruise I've been on in which it improved with each day. At first, I had misgivings & couldn't see any differences, but the overall service and attention to detail soon became apparent. The ship is beautifully decorated with modern art and amphora vases throughout. It is kept immaculately clean. Our balcony cabin was very well appointed, the bedding was super soft and the marble bathroom had a stall shower in addition to a full size tub. Many thanks to Joel and Komong for your excellent service and ice deliveries each afternoon. The ship's library consisted of tall book cabinets making small cubicles within which comfy chairs and tables were placed. A reader could sink into a chair surrounded by books, enjoy a coffee and zone out. It was heaven!!!
Dining was strictly done by servers at the Terrace Cafe. There was always a nice variety of food for breakfast and lunch, especially healthy ones which pleased me. Beverages were served tableside. The specialty restaurants were outrageously delicious. We did not try Red Ginger.
The majority of passengers were 60+. We met many nice people from England, Canada and the midwest. Our trivia team BRITUS won the competition! It was a lot of fun and good times. Kudos to social director, Dottie Kolloso, who without a doubt, is the busiest social director on the seven seas. She can outperform the Energizer Bunny.
Cabin Review
Concierge Level
Beautifully appointed cabin...plenty of room, closet space. Marble bathroom with separate stall shower and rain forest showerhead. Bulgari shampoo, condition and body lotions made for a perfect stay! Ralph Lauren bedding was very soft, yet crisp. Made it very difficult to get out of bed every morning.
Port Reviews
San Juan
For $10 each, we piled into a bus and a man who spoke excellent English introduced us to the history of Old San Juan. From the names of the first explorers to the forts to the culture, he did a thorough job. At the end, he dropped us off in a public square where it was a downhill walk to the ship. It was a nice way to spend a day in Old San Juan. There is also a free trolley which circumnavigates the town. Look for green trolley shingles hanging from buildings for the stops.