Great review, Sue. I have stated many times that I don't like the mega
ships, but the pictures that you posted makes this one look like a "city
at sea" and I am thinking that it may be within the realm of possibility
for me to book this one. I know we'd have to rent a scooter for Bill,
considering the amount of walking that would be involved in sailing this
seagoing monster.
Sue, your pictures were fantastic! Thanks.
Ermalee
Susette wrote:
> Hi Everyone!
>
> I just got off of the Freedom of the seas and know that everyone likes
> to hear about new ships
> here is my review, of course its my opinions.....
>
> IF you want to see photos go to www.cruiseoutlets.com and follow the
> link to FREEDOM of the SEAS photos.. ENJOY!
>
> Yes We are back! and I am soooo tired!
> The ship was just marvelous and below is my Take on the ship:
>
> Bayonne- Easy in and out may not be some beautiful Port but was easy to
> get to and check in.... then off to the ship we were on Bus #4 to the
> ship which is walking distance away but you have to ake the shuttle...
> AS we were boarding they were taking someone out in a hearse that is
> not a good sign! The day was drizzlyand overcast BUt who cares! we were
> boarding the Largest ship in the WOrld!
>
> STATEROOMS: We entered Deck 1- looked like any other deck 1 of a
> ship... we went to our stateroom which was a inside stateroom ( have
> not had one of those in ages! hahaha) BUT I was sooo impressed! the New
> Bedding is spectacular- very upscale 9 inch thick mattresses that have
> springs! NO more COTS! and there is a Foam topper too, lots of shams
> and pillows and the linens are feathery feeling and white on white with
> HIgh thread count. Loved it . the room was very roomy and we had flat
> screen tv.
> We also went to the Presidential Family suite that sleeps 14. IT has a
> bar and a huge table and deck chairs and hot tub on the HUGE deck it
> expands the front of the ship- Very nice but I like the ROyal Suite
> still..
> Saw the ROyal Suite and Ocean views etc. Seems to me the rooms are a
> bit larger... I can tell cause the night stands usually fit snug tween
> thebeds But there wwas actually room tween the nightstands.. hmmm
> Bathroom etc same as other RCI ships.
>
> WE DID NOT HAVE TO MUSTER this was a first!
>
> FOOD: WE went to the Windjammer and it was identical to what is on
> other ships. you walk in and there is chops on the right Porto on the
> left and Jade to the left and then you work your way back. Food eas
> same as to the last cruise I was on and was hot and very good No
> complaints at all...
> Dining room was beautiful with chandelier and named after Artists- we
> were in Divinci i think- Had escargot shirmp and Filet of Beef that
> melted in our mouth. Ceasar salad and Sharon and i shared the Eggplant
> tower which we really enjoyed. Dessert we had cheesecake...
>
> Promenade: I believe this one is a bit large in length- THere is some
> improvements- FIrst they added a Pizzeria and the desserts in there
> Tiramisu for example were heavenly! this was really nice IT was at the
> other end of where the promenade was on say the north end this was the
> south end. Ben and jerrys is now like a ice cream parlor Quite nice!
> $250 for a cone and $4.75 I belive for a sundae or maybe that was a $5
> I do not remember to many Mojitos!
> Had chunky monkey and Cherry Garcia BUT the girl said that they are not
> allowed to mix flavors only 1 is allowed this made no sense to me if I
> was buying a double dip but that is what was said.....
>
> There was something neat on the promenade and always had men in there
> and that was a place called A CLEAN SHAVE its a Barber shop looking
> place that had 2 chairs and men get shaves! and shoes shined! really
> neat! there was a store called GET OUT THERE which sold sports like
> clothing.. the usual other places VIntages ( they do not have sangria
> HRMMPFFF) the Bear and the Bull Just a beautiful area I like these
> Promenades!
>
> SHOWS:
> Once Upon A TIME was WONDERFUL a twist on fairytales to todays music it
> was one of the best shows I have seen!
>
> THe Ice show I think is called Liberte Freedom and went to different
> countries it startes out very boring BUT then took off! THer was this
> girl who changed clothes before your eyes like 20 times! it was
> incredible
> There is a new Lounge in front of the ice rink that sems like it will
> be for Karoke its called LAt call ro something like that Something
> about Fame and Shame....
> Boleros had a nice group playing Latin music and it was hopping.
> I did not go to the Chapel or viking Crown I totaly forgot and should
> of if I want to get married on this ship BUT I think too many mojitos!
>
> Also JOe Frasier and ROberto Duran adn another boxer forgot his name
> they were onboard!
>
> ALL in all a beautiful SHip with LOTS TO do, great for families and I
> did not feel it to be crowded or anything contrary to what people may
> think on this huge ship! IF you ever were on any of the voyager class
> it is quite similar but on more steroids! hahahha
> I have pictures If you want to see them let me know!
>
> Susie
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