Just off of Glory!

[lcp9984]

Just sailed Glory 10/18/14 on the Eastern Carribean route. Don't have time for a lengthy review, however, I will hit the highlights. There were 5 of us on the cruise ages 55,53,28,25 & 19. We stayed pre-cruise at the Hampton Inn- Brickell. Everything there was great except we were a little disappointed in the breakfast buffet. I had read mixed reviews on this. We embarked in Miami and it was smooth as silk. We did purchase Faster to the Fun, however. I know this is a very debatable topic but our family thinks it is worth every penny!:D We were asked to complete the EBOLA questionaire and it took longer to find a pen than it did to fill out the form. Have a pen handy!!!! We were on the ship around 12:00. We were in our room in no time and luggage arrived shortly thereafter. THE FOOD: We did not miss the tablecloths, loved the water being on the table and service was excellent. We did have Anytime Dining and received a beeper one night and the wait was about 10 minutes. We usually went to dinner around 7:15. Weather was great the entire cruise. Half Moon Cay was a beach day for us. Beautiful place, however, I was not as impressed with the lunch as I was at CoCo Cay. In Grand Turk we did the pool and FLOW RIDER at Margaritaville and then walked down the beach to Jack's Shack. Yes, we saw Topher in the flesh! Nice little shopping area there as soon as you get off the ship. In St. Thomas as soon as you get off the ship there is a small shopping area. After that there are taxis and City Tours ready to go. For $20.00 per person (he asked for $25.00) we saw the city as we never would have if we had stayed in town. You will have several quick stops for beverages, shopping and beautiful scenery. I would do this anyday over the SKYLIFT that rides to the top and back for $22. Continued..........

[lcp9984]

Continued.....after our CITY TOUR we had lunch and shopping in town. In San Juan (we loved) we did a CITY TOUR again. Again, stops for beverages, shopping and picture taking. After that we visited the Forts. Not much of a history buff but the view is to die for!!! Lunch and more shopping. The ship was clean, staff courteous and Carnival did not disappoint. Make a point to visit Tuty at the aft bar by the adult pool. She was a joy! If you have any questions feel free to ask !!!!!!! .......we flew to Miami and took the MetroRail from the airport straight to our hotel for $2.35 Per Person! We did not eat at the steakhouse, however, we did spend the $20 one night for the steak and lobster. It was no better than what we normally would have received. If I had a do-over I would have gone to the steakhouse!

Edited October 31, 2014 by lcp9984

[LEXIpoo]

thanks for taking the time to type a review! How did the 28 and 25 year-old like the cruise? Was there a lot for them to do on board? I sailed the Breeze last year and I'm wondering if there's a significant difference in ships.

[lcp9984]

They loved it. They especially enjoyed the comedy club, the movies by the pool and there were a few "nightclubs" on the ship as well. I haven't been on the Breeze so I can't help with that one!

[ellenmb]

Hi,

Thank you for the quickie review; What do you mean no tablecloths? In the dining room? thanks

Ellen

[firemanbobswife]

Hi,

Thank you for the quickie review; What do you mean no tablecloths? In the dining room? thanks

Ellen

 

 

Yes the Glory only has tablecloths on elegant nights now.

[thephillykid]

Who was in the piano bar?

Was it crowded?

How was the taste bar?

How smokey was the casino and do you remember the table minimums?

How was Guys?...were there long lines?

 

Thanks for the review.

Howard

[lcp9984]

1) Edd Rocks we enjoyed him

2) some nights yes

3) never tried it open on very limited hours

4) Not too bad; I saw $5, $6, $10 and I'm pretty sure I saw a $100

5) Guys was good no line at all when we went it was about 3:00 on our last Sea day

[MrBanana1240]

Thanks for the review. Glad you had a good cruise. :D

[lcp9984]

Hi,

Thank you for the quickie review; What do you mean no tablecloths? In the dining room? thanks

Ellen

Glory was one of the ships that has been experimenting with the "American Table" theme and a little different menu. Some folks have been really disturbed that they took away the tablecloths except on elegant night!

[djcass4199]

Glory was one of the ships that has been experimenting with the "American Table" theme and a little different menu. Some folks have been really disturbed that they took away the tablecloths except on elegant night!

 

Which I don't get. It's a freaking table cloth. I don't use them at home except for holidays and it doesn't make a difference to have them or not.

[ILCruzr]

OP why don't you like the skylift in St. Thomas? We are going to be there in January when im on the Valor and we are going to do it. We heard great things about it.

[lcp9984]

OP why don't you like the skylift in St. Thomas? We are going to be there in January when im on the Valor and we are going to do it. We heard great things about it.

When I stepped off the boat I was headed straight to the Skylift. It too was on my list of to-dos. However, we were approached by a couple of individuals offering the tours. The gentleman first quoted $25 per person but I countered with $20 and he accepted. I believe the skylift was in that range as well. In person the skylift did not appear to go that high and appeared there might be a limited view. I do know there is a restaurant and such at top and it may be fine. BUT the views and stops we saw for the same price were incredible!!!!

[goduckies05]

Thanks for the review. I leave for the Glory on Amtrak next sunday. Get to Miami on Thursday and have two days till i get on Sat. We are doing the eastern as well. Can't wait! How was the Karaoke?

 

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[OCruisers]

Thanks for your time for the review.

Was the Piano Bar fun?

LuLu

[lcp9984]

Thanks for the review. I leave for the Glory on Amtrak next sunday. Get to Miami on Thursday and have two days till i get on Sat. We are doing the eastern as well. Can't wait! How was the Karaoke?

 

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We were really disappointed because the Karoke machine was broken or so they said. We really enjoy karaoke just to hear the bad singers!!LOL. My husband is a real vocalist but I sometimes have a hard time getting him to participate.

[lcp9984]

Thanks for your time for the review.

Was the Piano Bar fun?

LuLu

Yes. There was usually a pretty good crowd there.

[sun_lovin!1]

We are going on the Glory on 12/6 on the western route. We are 55, 53, 26, 24 and 21 (last three being all girls). We have something planned at each port. What did you enjoy on your sea days? We will certainly visit the comedy club, the night clubs, the piano bar and the casino. It's the girls first cruise so what shouldn't we miss doing during the day on the sea days?

 

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[EnglishTeacher722]

Oh wow, I hope they get this fixed in time for the christmas cruise.

 

We were really disappointed because the Karoke machine was broken or so they said. We really enjoy karaoke just to hear the bad singers!!LOL. My husband is a real vocalist but I sometimes have a hard time getting him to participate.

[lablover61]

Thanks for your review ! We will be on the Glory in April 2015. One question , do you happen to remember in the casino if they have the automated blackjack tables ? Not the video game where you play by your self, but at a table with other people and a monitor for each player. They had this on the Liberty , and I enjoyed it !

 

 

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[bitofun]

We are going on the Glory on 12/6 on the western route. We are 55, 53, 26, 24 and 21 (last three being all girls). We have something planned at each port. What did you enjoy on your sea days? We will certainly visit the comedy club, the night clubs, the piano bar and the casino. It's the girls first cruise so what shouldn't we miss doing during the day on the sea days?

 

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My sister and I are going on the Glory 4/25/15, also on the western route. We have also planned excursions at each port. Hope you'll be writing a review of your cruise! Anxious to hear all about it...

[lcp9984]

Thanks for your review ! We will be on the Glory in April 2015. One question , do you happen to remember in the casino if they have the automated blackjack tables ? Not the video game where you play by your self, but at a table with other people and a monitor for each player. They had this on the Liberty , and I enjoyed it !

 

 

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I'm sorry, I did not notice.

[lcp9984]

My sister and I are going on the Glory 4/25/15, also on the western route. We have also planned excursions at each port. Hope you'll be writing a review of your cruise! Anxious to hear all about it...

The pool, the slides, hot tubs, Serenity section for naps, BINGO, movies on big screen, dance lessons and dance parties on the lido deck, putt-putt, basketball, volleyball, corn hole bean bag toss, a few shops on deck 5, arcade, play station in the EA Sports Bar, trivia games located right by the casino, SEA DAY BRUNCH yum!! Tip: if you order the steak and eggs the eggs are served over easy unless you request otherwise.

[lcp9984]

The pool, the slides, hot tubs, Serenity section for naps, BINGO, movies on big screen, dance lessons and dance parties on the lido deck, putt-putt, basketball, volleyball, corn hole bean bag toss, a few shops on deck 5, arcade, play station in the EA Sports Bar, trivia games located right by the casino, SEA DAY BRUNCH yum!! Tip: if you order the steak and eggs the eggs are served over easy unless you request otherwise.

Bit o fun this was for you!!

[lablover61]

A few other questions , tell me about American Table. Food quality ? Differences between the MDR on other ships and the American Table ones. What was on the menu for the two formal nights ? Did you ever do the $20 up charge for a item from the steakhouse menu but served in the MDR ? Thanks !

 

 

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