Despite this being an Open Bar cruise, I was not allowed to bring my six pack of Diet Dr. Pepper onboard in case I was trying to smuggle alcohol onto the ship. I fully understand and support all efforts to stop guests from bringing on alcohol when the ship is selling it. But when they are giving it away to all guests of age, why stop someone from bringing in a soft drink that isn’t available on the ship? I couldn’t even bring in two 16 oz bottles. This type of unyielding policy making makes no sense at all and is not conducive to the guest experience.

We had the dinner package and found the dood to be lacking in taste. The prime rib in the steakhouse had no flavor whatsoever but the server didn’t ask why I left 3/4 of it untouched. It was worse in the French restaurant as the cream of mushroom soup was so strong in flavor that it was not edible. The chocolate fondue for two was cold and had the consistency of water. We could not eat it. They gave us different desserts when we brought it to their attention but it never should have been served.

The Teppanyaki restaurant was the best dining experience. The food was great and our chef, Mario, worked hard to entertain us! Read more