14 nights on Grandeur? We weren't sure we'd be able to take 14 nights on a 'smaller' ship, but when we saw the ports (7 in all, even though I could only choose '6' above!) - Bermuda, Tortola, St. Maartin, Curacao, Aruba, Grand Cayman, and Cozumel, we just couldn't say no. It didn't hurt that room #8584 (Royal Family Suite) was available - for just the 2 of us! Being from Tampa, we'd only have to fly up to Baltimore, since this was a reposition cruise (into Tampa). A 5 minute taxi ride once off the ship - a nice way to end the cruise!

The ship definitely had it's ups and downs. The crew at first didn't seem as friendly as everyone had raved, but that got a little better it seemed as they really got to know you. Our room attendant was below average at first, but also redeemed himself. Food portions were definitely smaller than in the past, and while our waiter wasn't great, the asst. and Head waiter were both outstanding. HUGE Balcony! The room is perfect for 4 people. 6 people... maybe (especially if 2 are children)... but the bathrooms will become an issue. Don't try to fit 8 people in this room. It can be done, but you'll regret it. Isolated in the corner, so generally quiet. If you have this room, plan to have a balcony party. You could easily put 20 people out there without a problem!

Plumbing seemed to be a small issue here and there, where the toilets just wouldn't seem to flush for an hour or 2. And it seems like all of the older ships have an odd smell towards the back of the ship. This one was no different. Read more