Rhapsody of the Seas Review
Tropical Australia by Sea with Kids
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Our family had a delightful first cruise on Rhapsody of the Seas (children aged 6 & 8). The 10-night trip went from Sydney up to the tropical north-east of Australia (Airlie Beach, Cairns, Port Douglas, Brisbane), conveniently returning back to Sydney. Aside from the first and last partial days, there were 4 port days and 5 sea days.
The weather, on the whole, was fantastic but the last couple of days turned chilly and a bit wet. Fortunately, there was plenty to do indoors and the jacuzzis were always warm!
CHILDREN Our children took a couple of sessions to warm to the idea of the Kids Club, but the reward of an ice cream afterwards seemed to do the trick! They typically spent a half-day in Kids Club during each day at sea and we have nothing but admiration for the the Royal Caribbean Adventure Ocean staff. (Hats off to Slojam for donning pirate gear and leading the kids on a Pirate Night one evening, charming guests around the ship as the children chanted and performed!)
Cabin Review
Large Interior Stateroom
Perfectly adequate and perfectly dark at night. Two pullman beds descend from the ceiling for children, and fold up during the day.
Located mid-ships very close to the formal dining room, it was easy to access all parts of the Ship.