Independence of the Seas Review
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We picked Independence of the Seas out of Southampton for our first European Cruise. Embarkation with the new expedited boarding using the new app was a breeze and we were on the ship in less than 15 minutes.
Junior Suite #7712. Room was ready at 1 and lunch was ready in the Windjammer. The cruise itself was smooth as the seas were flat. Fog in the North Sea didn't cause any issues.
Entertainment and food on the ship were great, although I found the menu changed from the Caribbean cruises and the entertainment other that the normal shows (Grease) was more directed at the Brits as was the menu.
Cabin Review
Junior Suite
Our cabin was on the back of the ship. Plenty of room-great steward Elias. View of both sides of the ship which was perfect for the Fjords. Comfortable bed-big balcony, walk in closet. A real home away from home for the 3 of us.
Port Reviews
Hamburg
Easy to walk through from dock
Oslo
Most of the major attractions are within 1/2 hour walk from ship.