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Independence of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International®

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Based on 70 reviews

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Excellent Experience

December

Pros: Service, the number of activities

Cons: Experiences not included in the cost of the trip could be a little pricey at times

Recommended: Yes

I enjoyed the ship overall, I just wish for this particular sailing there were more days at the destination or another destination offered since there were four nights. However, there was plenty to do on the ship. I recommend it.

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Beyond expectations

June

Pros: Service, accommodations, entertainment, the list goes on

Cons: Crowds on sail day

Recommended: Yes

This was our first cruise. I have no idea why we’ve waited so long. We have decided, it’s the only way to go. We will DEFINITELY cruise again with Royal Caribbean. There’s so much to do and if nothing is what you want, that’s there too. It’s literally the best of both. Shirley at Regalia (my favorite place to gaze) was AMAZING. ZERO pressure but fantastic company. Such a contagious person. Ivan (beverage Montenegro) and Jonas (beverage India) were our personal faves on the service side. Man… they were great. Can’t say enough about them. We had 2 teenage boys with us that had so much to keep them occupied but yet able to still spend time with them. I think it’s a trip we will all remember forever. And you just can’t put a price tag on memories. Thank you Royal Caribbean for a perfect first experience!

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Royal Caribbean Cruise

May

Pros: Great Trip and excellent tean

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Recommended: Yes

Rooms were very clean and the process was smooth. Our travel agent handle our travel and kept us informed on everything we needed to know.

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FABULOUS TRIP

May

Pros: Very Friendly Helpful Staff, Superior Organization, Smoothness of the Ship Ride

Cons: No Captain's Ball

Recommended: Yes

I thoroughly enjoyed myself on this cruise. This was my first time and it was over and above what I thought it would be. From the clear and organized crew to the outstanding activities that were prepared and the delicious food that we were served. The housekeeping department was very friendly, courteous, and polite. When I had an issue with my room, it was handled immediately by staff. The drinks and all the food prepared we over the top! I also appreciated the cruise channels that were on tv that reminded us of the activities and the 24 hour camera of the front of the ship to show us where we were located. The only thing I wished would have happen was a chance to meet the captain. Would definitely recommend this to all friends and family.

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Great family vacation

March

Pros: All service and staff were top notch, hardworking and friendly. Dining room food was excellent along with the entertainment very talented

Cons: Not big enough free ice cream cones, little hot tubs would be nice other than that great

Recommended: Yes

An overall great vacation with our two teenagers

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Satisfactory but not thrilled

February

Pros: Staff on board were great. Loved the top shelf liquor.

Cons: Food was average. Not enough adult space on deck. Shows were unimpressive.

Recommended: No

I hate it when you have to pay up, to get the premium food. Shouldn’t I get a lobster tail at one meal? Most of the deck space was for kids. Who’s paying for the cruise? Give them their own space, but make sure adults have room on deck. I was impressed by the quality of top shelf refreshments. Nice to get premium liquor, by paying $ upscale price. The excursions were so so. One good, one lame. And last, but not least: if you’re going to ask for our opinions, make changes based upon them.

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Great time

February

Pros: Food service friendly staff and cleanliness of the ship Shows were great

Cons: Hot tub could be 10° warmer laugh out loud

Recommended: Yes

Royal Caribbean is one of my favorite cruise ships lots to do everywhere on the ship just not enough time to get it all done We did miss one port due to the weather that can’t be helped I guess

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