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We have recently returned from a trip to Hawaii leaving from Sans Francisco. Embarkment went smoothly Princess handled everything with ease. We were on Ahola Deck and had a balcony cabin. The staff aboard couldn't do enough for you. We have traveled with princess before on the Sea Princess. We had anytime dining and never had any problems with getting a table. We always had a table to 2 that's the way we like it. The food was wonderful. I had read on other reviews that people were saying that the drinks were expensive, but personally myself I thought they were no more expensive then we would pay at any restaurant in the UK. My husband is a smoker but we found there was a very nice area for smokers on deck 15 just above the horizon at the back of the ship. There was a good seating area with potted plants and a back steward to get you drinks when and if you wanted anything. It became quite a social area and we made some good friends through going up. There was also around this area an Adults only swimming pool and bar with sun loungers. The trips we went on were also well arranged by Princess. We did go to a few of the shows on board which were good, there was lots to do during the day if you wanted it. I also went to the gym and that was well fitted out and I could always find a piece of gym equipment to use. All in all I would say it was an enjoyable cruise except for the weather on the way out the first 2 days were quite cold as we got closer to Hawaii it got a bit warmer, whilst we were around the 4 islands the weather was great. The 4 days going back were much the same as going so this meant we couldn't make good use of our balcony. I would for sure take another trip with Princess cruises they know how to make a relaxing holiday.

Our first cruise by P&O and we thought the service and facilities were excellent although the self service cafe - the Conservatory- did get rather crowded and noisy. However we like the fact that there were other quieter places for breakfast and other meals. Both embarkation and disembarkation were speedy and efficient. We would happily take another cruise on this ship.

I went on Epic from Miami to eastern carab On the 12 of january this year. It was the first time that I have been with Norwegian cruise lines I had a great time and all the crew on the ship Were fantastic. I could not find anything wrong On board. I have booked my next trip on board for next year.

First time on a cruise liner so nothing to compare it to, but overall had an amazing time and was highly impressed with both the ship and staff with just a few negative points. The interior of the ship was very impressive, well maintained, clean and the many bars had a varied decor to make a different atmosphere in each one although some may not provide entertainment to your personnel taste there is always plenty of alternative. The official excurtions away from the ship were expensive so we made our own way via shuttle buses, taxi's etc. which were easier than i thought and much more reasonably priced. The selection and quality of food was very good in both the formal and buffet restaurants and never any reason to go hungry (food available 20 hours a day) On a negative point, on disembarkation day required to leave the cabin by 07.00 am, informed that had to be in a certain lounge by 08.20 where we had to wait for disembarkation at 10.00. So had to take all cabin luggage to breakfast but at 08.20 we were told our transport to the airport was ready and we should leave the ship immediately, so arrived 4 hours early at the airport for our flights which luckily were not delayed. It fealt that we were been told 'your cruise is over so time to get off and lets get shut of you as soon as possible'

Just back from a cruise on the Marco Polo had a fantastic time in Norway don't miss the Norway in a nut shell trip looks expensive but worth every penny the ship was wonderful great staff in every department nothing was to much trouble for them you won't get better value for money will be back again soon for a longer cruise

We went on the Island Escape in April and we had a great time from start to finish, the food the drinks and the entertainment were first class. That was the best cruise we have enjoyed and I think that we will go back on another time and knowing when we book that we are going to have the best time on holiday again.

Our cruise was from Venice to Istanbul in April 2013. We booked a Penthouse Suite, with butler, because the cruise was to mark a special occasion. With business class flights to and from UK the price was pretty high and we were unsure if it would really represent good value for money. We were wrong, it was worth every penny. Do you need a butler? No of course not, but Tedi was a cheerful presence, serving breakfast in our cabin each day, providing canapes, serving dinner when needed and even escorting Madame to a special meal one evening. You expect the staff to be good, but so many of them were really good, looking out unprompted to provide caring, efficient and professional service. The suite was huge, the bed comfortable and the walk-in wardrobe excellent. We went on a free trip every day and all were well and efficently organised. The food was the highlight, although the beef was so fantastic it tended to crowd out some of the other quality choices in my mind. The wines were so good qualitity and one cannot believe how liberating it is to order a drink in the bars and not have to be forever be signing for everything. Needless to say be booked out next cruise onboard with Regent, P&O eat your heart out!

We went on board the ship on March 10th for a week long carribean cruise. Ths ship is amazing, the food at all areas was excellent, the pay to dine restaurants were fantastice fine dining. Our balcony room was superb and the cabin staff looked after us brilloantly. The entertainment was ok with the exception of the party band 'The Runaways'. We found out that they were the 1st british band to ever play on a Celebrity cruise and they were amazing! Loved there up to date music and chill out music in the quiter areas. We would reccomend this cruise ship to anyone. Iglu Cruise sorted the whole package for us inc a 2 night stay in Miami - the hotel was excellent. In total - the best holiday we have ever had.

In 2009 we did our first cruise with Oceania (Nautica, Mediterranean Tapestry), and in 2011 were part of the Marina's inaugural sailings in the USA (San Francisco to Miami) we're sold on this cruise line, and on 1 August we join the Kings and Kingdom cruise in the Baltic, cannot wait! Oceania is a 5 star in every way, room size, catering, friendly staff, don't cater for younger children (fabulous from our perspective), we are truly Oceania Club Members, and will not consider any other cruise line. Haven't finished yet!!