Recently returned from this much anticipated cruise from Abu Dhabi. Found the ship to be tired with internal & external maintenance required, especially in some of the public toilets.
There was a sewage smell at various areas throughout the ship during most of our cruise. On the last night there was a sudden potent smell of sewage appeared in the theatre mid show & approximately 100 people walked out, including ourselves. Then engineering staff that appeared at the theatre denied any problem, despite the smell!!
Food was hit & miss in quality - in the main dining room some meals were very good, however several arrived look warm. Food choice & information - little/poor labelling in Oceanview Cafe with crew unable to confirm allergens.
Couldn't fault the cabin, everything worked, other than the temperamental toilet flush & the sink tap that literally fell apart in my hand - both issues quickly repaired by ship staff. Good shower, good pressure & hot or cold as required. 2 x US & 2 x euro plug sockets. No PA announcements in cabin.
Port is basic, roads are basic, Indian immigration requires e-visa for entry. Spice plantation well worth a visit.
Clean easily navigated city with lots to see & do. Port is a taxi/bus ride from City.
Great tour with excellent guide. Great communication from booking to arrival to feedback. Did city tour one day & slum tour the other.
Amazing city.
Basic beach catered for by ship crew.