Nordic Illumination from Helsinki, 20 June 2026 (12 nights)

Ship was spotless and crew were great. I found the food not brilliant in the restaurants other than the Terrace as not much for vegetarians, which I found surprising in this day and age. Disappointing stops at Montego Bay, where we were advised NOT to walk or get a taxi anywhere. Only tours were okay and we had not been told prior to this. Cozumel was just a cheap souvenir street, nothing to see or do. We had $100 deducted from our credit card which I am still waiting to have refunded 2 weeks later. No mention prior to cruise, 300BBD taken from our account at the Radisson in Barbados a month ago and no refund. Bit disappointed with this. Entertainment was ok but not our choice. Comedian was very good. Great size ship and passenger numbers and would do another cruise. Iglu were great in most communications and private transfers were a big bonus

Ship easy to find your way around. Cabin was reasonably spacious except for bathroom which was tiny with a shower you could barely move in. Our 2 night stay in Miami was disappointing as the hotel lacked good facilities and was shabby. Our itinerary change meant an extra sea day The staff on the ship were all excellent without exception and the staff seemed to be more relaxed than other ships we have sailed on. Only downside was the disembarking day where the pick up time was 10am for a flight at 9pm which meant an extra cost of arranging an excursion. Which still meant arriving at 1pm. I feel the holiday package should of included a day pass to a hotel with transfer to airport. Virgin flights departed on time and were reasonably comfy in Economy.

Excellent

Couldn't fault any of the staff, what so ever, however a special shout out for our cabin staff Jayzyl and Berry who went the extra mile to accomodate us, make us feel welcome and decorate our cabin with balloons when they found out that we were celebrating a special occassion. Also mentions for Eric Glenn, Chandra, Denzil and Antonio for great service in Waves and Terrace Cafe buffet. The House Select Drinks package, which was included within our cruise deal is well worth purchasing, if you are not a spirits drinker as wine and beer prices could easily build up on a longer voyage. We thought that too much emphasis was made by Oceania to please guests on the world cruise, whilst leaving other guests a little left out.