Independence of the Seas Review

Med on the Indie

Review for the Eastern Mediterranean Cruise on Independence of the Seas
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DavenWill
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

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Sail Date: Jul 2009

This was our first cruise on Indie and before we go any further just to say while on board we booked another with her for Xmas 2010 so that should say it all.

 It was a great idea to register for the "meet and mingle", well organised by RCL staff, great prizes in the free draw (up to $75 free internet) and the opportunity to identify a cohort of travellers to bump into and share experiences with.  Some became firm cruise companions and we feel they have the potential to become longer-standing friends.  We also then went on to arrange other joint activities such as meeting for drinks, dining together and organising our own slot tournament.  It is great now we are home to share photos and videos.

The ship is just magnificent and so much to do and see one looked forward to sea days.  As we are not into sports, water or sunbathing all that was out of our equation yet still we were never bored.  The highlight for us was the Promenade, the High Street that runs almost the length of the ship, with shops, cafes, bars, etc.  It was a great place to people watch and bump into cruise companions.  Pick up a late night snack or coffee and wind down at the end of the day.  On four occasions the Promenade was the venue for parades which were well organised and magnificent entertainment. Food in the Windjammer buffet was of very high quality with a great choice and always hot and fresh.  Johnny Rockets was a great 50's diner experience, the staff being very cheerful and helpful.  One member deserves a special award; Yolanda was a natural for thee Johnny Rockets Dance with great personality and the gift of getting others up and going.

Cabin Review

Outside stateroom with balcony on deck 7.  All great re the room. Like the way settee is before bed on Indie.  Great to have a kettle but take your own coffee, only tea provided in cabin.  Get a carton of milk from Windjammer in morning and keep in fridge for your coffee better than those little non dairy creamers.

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