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Review for Harmony of the Seas to Caribbean - Eastern
Sharenamichele
2-5 Cruises
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My husband and I booked this cruise for our anniversary. We wanted to try one of the mega ships and we are glad we chose Harmony of the Seas. There was so much to do and see on Harmony. This cruise was the last cruise before the Covid shut down so we got very lucky. Due to weather our cruise was moved from an Eastern Caribbean Cruise to a Western Caribbean Cruise. Our hope was to visit new ...
Read MoreSail Date: March 2020
Review for Harmony of the Seas to Caribbean - Western
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Serenity777
6-10 Cruises
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Age 60s
This was our first big ship. Loved it. We had the key program which was our only disappointment. We got the run around from crew when we asked where key disembark breakfast and gangway was. Communication to key guests is sadly lacking. Its a shame as the program could be great. Coastal kitchen food and service was excellent. As junior suite guests we were allowed to have dinner there but our ...
Read MoreSail Date: March 2020
Cabin Type: Junior Suite Accessible
Review for Harmony of the Seas to Caribbean - Western
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Lkmarx
First Time Cruiser
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Age 40s
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Our friends recommended HOS. We had an amazing time with our two teen daughters and group of friends which consisted of 4 other families.
The weather/wind is beyond the control of the captain.
We didn’t get to port at Costa Maya because of the high winds that day and there were a few times of rough seas.
Will never do a sailing for Roatan again.
That port was over crowded and not ...
Read MoreSail Date: March 2020
Cabin Type: Ocean View Balcony Accessible
Traveled with children
Review for Harmony of the Seas to Caribbean - Western
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CruiseLunatic
10+ Cruises
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Age 60s
We chose this cruise as we wanted to try a more recently built ship. The overall cruise was good. No real show stoppers, but there was some concerns. Embarkation was absolutely perfect. We never stopped moving from our shuttle to inside the ship. While on the subject, the disembarkation was the fastest ever. This new facial recognition for those with passports was so fast I was concerned it ...
Read MoreSail Date: March 2020
Cabin Type: Ocean View Balcony
Review for Harmony of the Seas to Caribbean - Eastern
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paladin01
2-5 Cruises
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Age 60s
We chose this cruise to experience sailing on an Oasis class ship and to compare Royal Caribbean to other cruise lines we have sailed. This ship and crew far exceeded our expectations and provided us with a wonderful cruise. We found the ships crew from the captain on down were all professional and genuinely happy to be on board, something we haven’t always found. The entertainment was ...
Read MoreSail Date: February 2020
Cabin Type: Ocean View Balcony Accessible
Review for Harmony of the Seas to Caribbean - Eastern
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Lawnquilt
10+ Cruises
We chose this cruise (1) to move us up to D+ before our Dec cruise, and (2) proximity of our home to Port Canaveral. We were in Grand Suite 10250. We left our house at 9:10am and were ON the ship by 10:30am.
ARRIVAL - Dropped hubby off with luggage and went up to park. You have to pay on the way in as opposed to on way out at other locations. Walked right in and up to the ship. This place ...
Read MoreSail Date: February 2020
Cabin Type: Grand Suite with Balcony
Review for Harmony of the Seas to Caribbean - Eastern
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shellden
10+ Cruises
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Age 2020s
My husband and I cruised on the Harmony. Its our favorite way to disconnect from the world. We flew in night prior stayed in Cocoa.
Check in :Arrived at the pier around 11 already boarding, from curb to ship maybe 10 minutes! Got in line to make dinner reservations then lunch at Park Cafe.
Ship: the ship is perfect we love this class with all its nooks and crannies to explore. The only ...
Read MoreSail Date: February 2020
Cabin Type: Interior
Review for Harmony of the Seas to Caribbean - Eastern
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Silverspree
2-5 Cruises
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Age 50s
We are foodies and really enjoyed Wonderland (both the service and the food were outstanding) and Jamie's (we're now addicted to the Taglietelle Bolognese)! Overall it was a good cruise. The ship was very clean and had a variety of activities on sea days to keep us busy. The port presentations, though, were geared towards shopping; no other activities available in port were mentioned. I'd like ...
Read MoreSail Date: February 2020
Cabin Type: Grand Suite with Balcony
Review for Harmony of the Seas to Caribbean - Eastern
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boogity
10+ Cruises
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Age 50s
Traveling with my 3 brothers/2 spouses for our annual family trip. Flew in the day before. We had rented a suburban for the 6 of us through Budget. This was a disaster. The Budget line was 50 people deep and when we finally got up there, my brother forgot his license. Instead of just letting us add a driver they made us get out of line and call budget to do this and they said they didn't have ...
Read MoreSail Date: February 2020
Review for Harmony of the Seas to Caribbean - Eastern
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marykcos
2-5 Cruises
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Age 60s
I previously took a 6-day Royal Caribbean cruise on Freedom of the Seas and loved it. Tremendous service! Housekeeping was attentive, and gave us lots of advice on getting around the ship and ports. They removed the barrier between two ocean balcony rooms, so friends could share that space. My Time Dining was flexible, we didn't need to book dinner or entertainment in advance of the trip.
On ...
Read MoreSail Date: February 2020
Cabin Type: Ocean View Balcony Accessible
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