For me, there are no bad cruises.This is our 15th. We flew into Tampa and took the hotel free shuttle to the Hampton Inn Rocky Point. Beautiful view on the bay and nice room.Bahama Breeze restuarant next door was delicious. Next day we had priority boarding and we were on board by 11 am after sailing thru embarkation. Radiance is small and the single soaring centrum,along with the glass elevators, gave a feeling of spaciousness.The ship was clean but she is looking tired and the draperies and carpet are ready for replacement. Also the tiny bathroom has the old stained bottom shower curtain which flaps.Clothespins did help weight the bottom (I read this on these boards). The buffet dining was not of great variety but the seating area is great. Uncrowded both inside and outside deck aft. I love,love this outdoor dining. Of course,the chilled fruit soups and the lobster were a dining hit. The MDR was enjoyable. My waiters were great.Room steward also great.
Music was exceptional.Something for everyone all times of day. We enjoyed the pool tables.Warm ambience in Bombay Club,Colony Club and SchoonerBar with the smell of old teak.I paid $100 for a week pass to the thermal suite area (you may also pay $20 per day).Heated tile loungers facing the sea and the aromatherapy are relaxing.Our balcony was oversized with 2 loungers,2 chairs and table. Room service was prompt,free and a good menu. We loved the full breakfast on our balcony. Disembarkation easy. Shuttle service to airport.
Huge oversized balcony Rm. 9092 and 9078 on either sie of glass elevator. Great central location. Spacious feel of hall and centrum outside door. Quiet library nearby but music from centrum can be heard in room. No elevator noise. Adequate storage. Tiny shower.