The only way you can NOT enjoy a holiday cruise on the Ecstasy is if you make up your mind NOT to enjoy the cruise! We left Charleston on December 22 and returned to port on December 26 so we were actually on board over the Christmas holiday. The entire staff worked hard to make sure this was a magical holiday experience! With Holiday themed activities galore every evening with a tree lighting, sing alongs, ugly sweater contests, santa hats and even real snow in the Atrium lobby on Christmas night there was something even to make even Scrooge smile. There were also few religious services. And, for those folks who were not in the holiday spirit, the regular cruise activities were ongoing too! Never a dull moment!

I cannot imagine an overall crew who put more of their heart and effort into their jobs. I don't see how they do it. Constantly on duty, constantly happy, constantly making sure that YOU are enjoying your vacation. It doesn't take long before they know you by name (if that is what you want) and I know I was treated as if I was on my private yacht! And, no there is nothing special about me. I just smiled and treated everyone nicely from the time I reached port and I was well rewarded for it!

Special thanks to Asst. Cruise Director Lee who made this my best cruise EVER and of course, Cruise Director Dustin who holds his staff together. These folks work from early morning to late in the evening. The bartenders at the Atrium Bar are great. We ate in the Wind Song as we opted for "Dine on Your Time" and usually were seated in the same spot so we had the same attentive wait staff who, as every other crew member will do everything they can to please you. Read more