Mariner of the Seas review by Stan

Reviewer Profile

Age: 51-65
# of Cruises Taken: 6
Destination: Mexico
Sailing Month: Feb 2010
Stateroom Type: INTERIOR
Cruising with Children: No

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Comments By Stan
We went on a very "budget" cruise, and went pretty much for the weather! In fact, we only got off the ship in Mazatlan, and stayed onboard in Cabo and P.V. It was great, as the weather was very nice, and we had the pool deck to ourselves! This was my first time in an inside cabin, and we had no issue what-so-ever with it. We determined (before) that we merely sleep + change in the cabin, so why pay so much more for a balcony. Especially on this trip! As I said, we went to relax only, and therefore didn't even go to the dining room. Buffet food was very good (same menu as Dining Room), and we had the pleasure of eating when WE wanted, not at a set time. No tips required for the waiter, Asst Waiter + Maitre'd that way either! As I said, it was a budget cruise. The ship is quite nice - we have now sailed on 2 Voyager Class ships, and even though they are quite large, we had no issue with the size or layout. We loved the Promenade (Main Street) The only criticism I may have would be the daily on deck entertainment. Really got tired of constant Reggae music - same songs every day in the same order even. And the band really wasn't very good, which is the first time I have experienced that on RCL. All in all, a very good time - especially for what we paid! Less than $66.00 per day.