Pictorial Trip Report: Legend OTS ~ December 15, 2014

[DarthGrady]

Legend of the Seas: December 15, 2014

 

Intro:

 

We booked this last May while we were on Jewel's re-positioning cruise. It was nine nights, with scheduled stops at Aruba, Curacao, Bonaire and Jamaica.

 

This was my first time on Legend although I had been on two of her sisters, Enchantment and Vision. Legend and Splendour were the first two built of the Vision Class, and are different than the rest. They are smaller, and their deck plans are noticeably different.

 

Legend's main theater is only one deck tall, very small by modern standards. The show lounge that would normally be at the aft end (usually used for karaoke and comedy shows) is forward, above the theater. The Schooner Bar, Casino and gym are also very small. The gym's poor placement causes it to becomes a cut-through for people heading to an aft sun deck. This is bothersome for guests actually working out, and it was redesigned on later ships in the class. The main pool deck and Solarium are about the same size and layout as the newer Vision Class ships.

 

RCI has also added a Diamond Lounge and a Concierge Lounge to the area between the pool and Solarium. They are identical, save for the slightly different decor. They both have big panoramic windows, a guest computer and an espresso/latte/cappuccino machine. The lounges are very nice, and were usually able to hold the nightly crowds. As with most ships, they get busiest in the first hour of the nightly cocktail party before early seating dinner.

 

Up top is the Viking Crown Lounge. Unlike Vision and Enchantment, it's only one level. It's also now been split into thirds. The aft section was converted to a Chops Steakhouse, and the port side into an Izumi Sushi. What's left of the actual VCL isn't very big, but it is nicely decorated.

Edited December 25, 2014 by DarthGrady

[DarthGrady]

The lobby and Centrum

 

 

 

 

 

 

[LuCruise]

We'll be on a different ship but love seeing you pictures. Looks beautiful! Subscribing to see more.

[DarthGrady]

The Schooner Bar

 

 

 

 

The Casino Royale

 

 

 

[DarthGrady]

That's Entertainment Theater

 

 

 

 

From the stage looking up

 

[rednancy1]

Great pictures. We spent 26 nights on the Legend and loved her. Thank you for sharing. :)

[DarthGrady]

The Anchors Aweigh lounge

 

 

 

 

 

You'll notice some scenes from classic ocean liners on the wall. It's a theme that continues around the ship, even into the new Diamond Lounge.

 

 

The exterior promenade on deck 4

 

[DarthGrady]

The new R Bar

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Centrum in the evening

 

 

[DarthGrady]

Great pictures. We spent 26 nights on the Legend and loved her. Thank you for sharing. :)

 

26 nights on board sounds awesome, I could have easily done 15 more. I was not ready to leave yesterday!

[DarthGrady]

The shopping area

 

 

Cafe LatteTudes and the remaining small library on deck 6

 

 

 

The internet cafe on deck 8

 

 

Loyalty Ambassador's office

 

[Bailey & Sophie]

Are those library books locked up? All the time? If so, how do you get them out?

Thanks.

 

 

Cafe LatteTudes and the remaining small library on deck 6

 

[DarthGrady]

Are those library books locked up? All the time? If so, how do you get them out?

Thanks.

 

When I was in there during the day the cabinets were unlocked. I don't know if or when they are ever locked. There was a book drop bin nearby, so I suppose it is just an honor system.

[DarthGrady]

The main dining room

 

 

 

From the dining room balcony looking down next to the large glass walls

 

 

The new Chef's Table was built on the bridge area between the two sides of the dining room balcony

 

 

 

[DarthGrady]

One more of the main dining room

 

 

Stairwell and elevator area

 

 

 

The rigging and winches at the top of the atrium, for the new aerial show

 

 

[Bailey & Sophie]

When I was in there during the day the cabinets were unlocked. I don't know if or when they are ever locked. There was a book drop bin nearby, so I suppose it is just an honor system.

Oh, that's good to know. Thanks.

[truffles2]

One thing I noticed about Guest Services on Legend: there was never anyone in line there! Why? Because they knocked themselves out pleasing all the passengers! I was really impressed with everything about Legend.

[Cruizer Bill]

That was great! Thanks for sharing with us!

[Merion_Mom]

Wow, DarthGrady. You take wonderful photographs.

 

Was there any beer on board? ;) :p :D :p ;) :D

[Mickeefan]

One thing I noticed about Guest Services on Legend: there was never anyone in line there! Why? Because they knocked themselves out pleasing all the passengers! I was really impressed with everything about Legend.

 

This is excellent to hear. We're on the Legend for 11 nights in about a month. Really looking forward to it!

[DarthGrady]

One thing I noticed about Guest Services on Legend: there was never anyone in line there! Why? Because they knocked themselves out pleasing all the passengers! I was really impressed with everything about Legend.

 

I agree that their guest service was great, although I did see a few occasions when the desk had a long line. I think that's more due to the ship not having the smart tv's or kiosks where guests can check their own bills.

That was great! Thanks for sharing with us!

Thanks, there's still a LOT more to come over the next week or so. I've got a crazy schedule due to the holidays, so it may take awhile.

[DarthGrady]

Wow, DarthGrady. You take wonderful photographs.

 

Was there any beer on board? ;) [emoji14] :D [emoji14] ;) :D

Thanks Carol!

 

I'm not sure what this "beer" stuff is, some sort of foreign delicacy?

[LMaxwell]

Really great pictures. Spent 10 great days on Legend. Great ship and crew.

[JohnBoy in NC]

 

Thanks, there's still a LOT more to come over the next week or so. I've got a crazy schedule due to the holidays, so it may take awhile.

Look forward to your review, leave in 3 weeks on the Legend, and reviews are few and far between!

Many thanks!

John in NC

[PCWalton1]

Thank you so much for posting these great pictures. Brings back fond memories of our trip on Legend through the Panama Canal last year.

[DarthGrady]

The Concierge Lounge on deck 9