Decided to try RC after finding P&O standards had dropped over the last three cruises taken. Embarkation in Southampton with RC was very slow with long queues, some previous passengers saying they had never experienced this before.

Although the cabin was clean and the cabin steward excellent, the balcony furniture was dated. Shower had a door, rather than a curtain as on P&O which was an improvement.

The food was also slightly better than P&O with more variety, particularly in the Windjammer buffet. Paid supplement to eat in Johnny Rockets but was very disappointed with the meal and the whole experience. Dress codes on the formal nights are also just a 'suggestion' by RC so very disappointed that unlike P&O these are not enforced with men being allowed in polo shirts, without jackets, in the main dining room on formal evenings. Read more