7th year with Thomson/TUI. First time I've felt the need to write an review. Quick assessment. Food very good. Island buffet restaurant can get busy and be a free for all at times. Can't comment on Gallary 47. Entertainment. B12 are a very good cover band. Trinity were average. Drinks package. More than ample selection. You would need to be a bit churlish not to find anything to drink on it. We enjoyed cocktails, bottled larger, vodka, mock cocktails and soft drinks throughout the cruise. Cabin had everything and was the best we have had over the years.

The big negative was the bar staff and waiter service. Shocking. Eastern European bar staff and waiter service are the way TUI appear to be going. In my opinion the Philapino staff we had on previous cruises were sorely missed.

Finally tip jars appeared behind the Atrium bar on the final night. Never seen that before. Tips are included in the price and is mentioned in all the literature you get. Come TUI sort that out.