USNUZULOOSE Posted February 26, 2017 #51 Share Posted February 26, 2017 She just doubled the 180, meaning it may have been outstanding.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocean Boy Posted February 26, 2017 #52 Share Posted February 26, 2017 My favorite is strawberry daiquiri and pina colada, but the mango colada is also delicious [emoji2] sadly, there was no banana anything or I would have had it. The mocha fraps and caramel macchiato were excellent fro the cafe promenade. I'm currently sitting in FLL wondering why no one is taking my drink order [emoji30] The suggestions sound good. And by the way, I a big fan of banana, too Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk The suggestions sound good. And by the way, I a big fan of banana, too. I've had some banana coladas on past cruises. I was actually thinking about the possibility of a mango colada. Mangos remind me of the Caribbean for some reason. I am sure your drink waiter will be by shortly......;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare JessyCruises Posted February 26, 2017 #53 Share Posted February 26, 2017 No, we didn't spend any time at the Pub. I did hear the entertainer and a jam packed pub in a very enthusiastic sing a long as I walked by [emoji2] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Thanks :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mo&fran Posted February 26, 2017 #54 Share Posted February 26, 2017 We were on Indy 2years ago at terminal 29, and itwas a mess. Hugh lines getting on and off. When we booked Freedom this year, I was not looking forwardto using this terminal again. It was a totally different experience. We arrived at theterminal about the same time as before, about 1030 , and there were no lines atall. Got directed to the D+ line andwere through security and in line for our seapass card in minutes. Departure was just as quick. We had tag 4 and the instructions were be in the star lounge 15 minutes beforewe were scheduled to be called. We left for the lounge 20 minutes before and they had already called our number. We had loaded Mobile passporton our phone, so I added to necessary information just as we were leaving, soonce we got our luggage, we went to the customs line for mobile passport ,which had no line, and were out in minutes. I noticed that there was also a global entry line that also was notbusy. It looked to me that there were getting the departing passengers off much more quickly than they had before, leaving a lot more space for processing boarding passengers.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanderingjew Posted February 26, 2017 #55 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Hi everyone, I am currently onboard the Freedom and since my last cruise on her in November, there have been major improvements [emoji2] I posted LIVE last time, and while I don't usually comment all that much about the food, I felt compelled to, because it was terrible. My feelings were shared by many who were on the same cruise as well as those who cruised shortly after. There is no question that there have been MAJOR improvements in the food quality and selection on the Freedom. Of course the MDR menu's are the same, however the presentation and taste are vastly improved. In November the cuts of meat were tough and grissly, this time they were lean and tender. The escargot in garlic butter was tasteless (think no garlic whatsoever), this time it was great. There is a crab salad offered one night, and on the last cruise there was no crab to be seen at all, this time there was a nice sized crab claw on top, and plenty of crab in the salad. These are just a few examples, but it should also be noted that the food was served hot, and the service in My Time was excellent. The Windjammer is where I've seen the most change/improvement. The selection at both lunch and dinner is great. They have actually changed where the desserts are located, to make more room for additional entrees. The options are greatly improved, as is the taste and temperature. In November there were 3 sandwich options in the Cafe Promenade, there are now 6. The only item available in Sorrento's was pizza (which was really bad pizza), but this time there are 3 shelves of anti-pasta including salads, cheeses and meats as well as marinated artichokes, roasted garlic etc. I did try the pizza again, and while not outstanding, it was actually pretty good [emoji106] I bought the 2 night BOGO dining package online, and we had a fantastic dinner at Giovanni's the first night, and an even better dinner at Chops the 2nd night (formal night). This may be hard to believe, but the steak served to me was the best steak I've ever eaten [emoji44] Overall, this has been a wonderful cruise in a terrific ship with a happy crew. Our weather has been perfect every single day, sunny and hot!! If you have any questions let me know. It's the last night, so I may not answer right away, but I have a late flight back to Toronto tomorrow, so lots of time to answer questions from FLL! Happy Cruising!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Glad to hear I'm doing the 10/22 sailing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mo&fran Posted February 26, 2017 #56 Share Posted February 26, 2017 BTW , Moblie passport also works for Canadian passports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamFritz Posted February 26, 2017 #57 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Yes, the coffee machine was fully operational in the DL. I am going to get a definitive answer for you about Squeeze, hang tight [emoji6] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk The coffee machine in the DL broke down in the next to last day. [emoji17] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckrobyn Posted February 26, 2017 Author #58 Share Posted February 26, 2017 The coffee machine in the DL broke down in the next to last day. [emoji17] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Oh dear, I wasn't aware of that. The machine worked fine until then I guess .... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vino123 Posted February 26, 2017 #59 Share Posted February 26, 2017 How did your friend like the Ben and Jerrys sweet? Did she get the perks or did she have to ask? Eager to know as I booked it on the Freedom on June. Sent from my SM-J700F using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mszmek Posted February 26, 2017 #60 Share Posted February 26, 2017 I'm very happy to hear that, we will be on Freedom next month! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geduffer Posted February 26, 2017 #61 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Nice to hear. Hopefully it's not just the Freedom that's improving. We've had great weather back here and the snow that you left behind a week ago is now a distant memory.:) The food on Jewel in January was really good. Hopefully that means they've improved fleetwide. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panjabi Posted February 26, 2017 #62 Share Posted February 26, 2017 I understood that 180 would have been from good to bad and 360 from good to bad and back to good;p:hearteyes:;p Dear All, I too understood 360 degrees being a return to NORMAL. Food was good. Then we had a 180 degree change to BAD. Now we have had a further 180 degree change to GOOD So, the math nerd in me says the OP was 100% correct :) :) Good news to hear! Warm Regards, Panjabi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckrobyn Posted February 26, 2017 Author #63 Share Posted February 26, 2017 How did your friend like the Ben and Jerrys sweet? Did she get the perks or did she have to ask?Eager to know as I booked it on the Freedom on June. Sent from my SM-J700F using Forums mobile app She really liked it!!! The perks were great, and she did receive a gold seapass card for use getting in and out of the Concierge Lounge. The free ice cream was a small single scoop, and only one per day [emoji41] The crew door definitely was banging at all hours of the night, but she called Guest Relations and it was less noisy after that. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckrobyn Posted February 26, 2017 Author #64 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Dear All, I too understood 360 degrees being a return to NORMAL. Food was good. Then we had a 180 degree change to BAD. Now we have had a further 180 degree change to GOOD So, the math nerd in me says the OP was 100% correct :) :) Good news to hear! Warm Regards, Panjabi Thanks! That was exactly my calculations too [emoji106] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daghis Posted February 26, 2017 #65 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Thanks! I needed to provide this update so hopefully those cruising on Freedom will be even more excited about it, especially in light of the negative comments around the food. It's working for me! Just 6 more days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckrobyn Posted February 26, 2017 Author #66 Share Posted February 26, 2017 It's working for me! Just 6 more days! Awesome!!! Enjoy your cruise! [emoji41][emoji106] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legaljen1969 Posted February 26, 2017 #67 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Hi, Robyn. That is such good news. But I think that you mean 180. 360 would mean a full circle, or right back where you started from! ;) :D I always giggle when I see this- someone saying something has done a 360 instead of 180. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckrobyn Posted February 26, 2017 Author #68 Share Posted February 26, 2017 I always giggle when I see this- someone saying something has done a 360 instead of 180. and the debate continues...... lol [emoji12] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legaljen1969 Posted February 26, 2017 #69 Share Posted February 26, 2017 and the debate continues...... lol [emoji12] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Oops. After reading some more of the posts, I agree with the 360 now. I hadn't read all the way through all of the posts. Guilty of that, once again. I am just glad to hear good reports on the food. I have never found it to be that awful- but it had gotten very "banquet food/rubber chicken" for awhile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckrobyn Posted February 26, 2017 Author #70 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Sitting at FLL in the Air Canada [emoji1063] departure area watching the Freedom sail without me.....Birdseye view through the window here. Sad times. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agavegirl1 Posted February 26, 2017 #71 Share Posted February 26, 2017 We are also boarding this Saturday and am so happy to hear about the food quality improvement! I was getting a little disheartened after reading reviews and reports in November and December. This will be my very first cruise and I sure wouldn't want it to be my last because of food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj02 Posted February 26, 2017 #72 Share Posted February 26, 2017 (edited) ... Were you able to find out if Luggage Valet is available??? Thanks. ... Let us know if Luggage Valet is back.Fair winds - - - - - LUGGAGE VALET: - Yes, Luggage Valet is back on Freedom of the Seas. - Reference to following thread; Robyn graciously has volunteered to post a copy of the current form when she gets back. :) -- Thread "Do you have a copy of 2017 Freedom of the Seas LUGGAGE VALET handout/form?" : http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2460373 If possible, could someone please post a copy of the Luggage Valet handout/form pages for any Freedom of the Seas 2017 sailings so far? (Port Everglades for FLL/MIA) We used luggage valet on Freedom's January 21 sailing with Southwest Airlines. But I don't have the form. I am currently on Freedom and will try and post one [emoji2] --- Edited February 26, 2017 by cj02 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckrobyn Posted February 26, 2017 Author #73 Share Posted February 26, 2017 I did not, I forgot [emoji853] my apologies. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj02 Posted February 26, 2017 #74 Share Posted February 26, 2017 I did not, I forgot [emoji853] my apologies. No worries Robyn, I'll just ask again in the thread. :) If you can recall, what night did you get the Luggage Valet form in your cabin? Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trailcon Posted February 27, 2017 #75 Share Posted February 27, 2017 We are also on board 3/4/2017, We have the BOGO and are not sure how it works. I have had nothing but good things from everyone about Freedom. Six days and counting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Please sign in to comment
You will be able to leave a comment after signing in
Sign In Now