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Wherever in the world you’re sailing, Serenade of the Seas® keeps you close to all the natural splendour. Once onboard, panoramic views and acres of glass ensure that you’ll never miss a moment of the surrounding scenery. In between adventures onshore, you can soak up the sun poolside, tee off on the mini golf green and dig into world-class flavours that will take you from Tuscany to Tokyo.
My wife and I, along with our three kids(15,12,4) embarked on this journey with three other family members. We chose this ship because of the price and our previous experience with Royal Caribbean. We embarked in Vancouver, which took a little longer than typical embarkations for Caribbean or Bahamas cruises. There were a total of three ships in port that day, so it took us about an hour to go from the curb to the ship. Overall, the process was easy, and the port had tons of employees to assist with making sure you knew where to go and guiding you in the right direction. Room: We booked a balcony room, which overall was pretty basic. I think a balcony room is a must for Alaska, and there was nothing better than waking up each morning and enjoying coffee on your deck. This is an older ship, so the room/bathroom was beginning to show its age. It was well taken care of and our cabin steward was great with keeping everything refreshed and organized. Dining: We had no major issues with the food or the service. At times, like any buffet, I get a little tired of the same things for breakfast and lunch. The MDR was good and service was awesome as always. I ventured out and tried a handful of Indian dishes this trip, and was happily surprised. Our waitress, who was from India, took note of my selections. By the fourth night, she was bringing extra dishes/desserts to try that weren't on the menu. She explained that a lot of the crew, especially the chefs, were from India. Most of the extra dishes came from the employee dining area. Our only issue with dining was the initial night. We had a group of eight, and linked all of our reservations in order to sit together for my time dining. When we got our room keys, it had us all at early dining (445pm). I just assumed that they had to have a time down on your card. We arrived at 630pm, which was when anytime dining started, and were told that with a party our size, we would not be able to eat together until 900pm, or we could stick with the 445pm. I patiently went to guest services and was able to get them to remedy the issue, but they had to reprint everyone's room keys. Entertainment: The talent (singers, dancers) were great! The shows were a little boring, but it was obvious they were talented. Being a smaller ship, we had a smaller orchestra. The orchestra was phenomenal! There was one comedian/magician that was good. The others were okay. We did silent disco a few times and of course "The Quest" on the last night. Kids Activities: Going into this trip, I knew this was a smaller ship, and probably wouldn't have a ton of kids. They advertised the water slide, rock climbing wall, etc. being open with published hours, but every time we would go, it was, "closed due to weather". This included days in port with sunshine and no rain. They did allow children to use the Solarium Pool from 10am-12pm & 12pm-2pm each day, which I thought was nice. We were busy most days with ports, so this wasn't too much of an issue. Ports: Sitka - We booked an excursion not through the ship. It was an amazing wildlife/whale watching tour for 2.5 hours. Sitka itself was pretty, but we were in port with another large R.C. ship. At times the port felt crowded. My guess is that they don't have many days with more than one ship. Juneau - After sailing the Dawes Glacier in the morning, we arrived in Juneau at 2:00pm. Due to being the last ship of the day to arrive, we were docked at one of the slips not directly in downtown. While it wasn't super far, we had to wait for a bus to shuttle us from the dock to downtown. We rented a van and drove to Mendenhall Glacier. The national park was packed and crowded. Views were great and Nugget Falls were gorgeous. We ate dinner at the other Tracy's Crab Shack, which is about a mile outside downtown. It was much more quiet and comfortable of a location. Ketchikan - This was another port where we didn't arrive until later in the day. (3pm) We spent the day walking downtown and Creek Street. This was our only rainy day, so it was kind of cool to actually have a realistic Alaskan day. Prince Rupert- I wasn't expecting much from this port, and the excursion options were limited. We got off the ship and explored the smaller downtown. There were some decent shops, coffee places, bakeries, etc. There was also a city park with a nice playground right outside the terminal, which was great for our little one to burn some energy. I could see this port becoming bigger and more popular. Overall, I enjoy this ship and its ports. I do wish we had gotten to the ports earlier in the day. I believe due to the number of ships in Alaska now, they are having to break them up on how many can be in port each day. We found that a lot of places closed at 5 or 6pm. Being in port from 2p-10p, this made it at times challenging when shopping or looking for somewhere to eat dinner off the ship.
This was NOT southern Caribbean cruise (as shown on auto entry with sail date), it was Panama Canal from Colon Panama, through canal, ending in LA (San Pedro). It was a 10-night cruise. Ports were Costa Rica and two in Mexico. The ship is "tired", but public spaces are very nice, well furnished and maintained. Cabin needs updating. We like the smaller ships. Crew was fantastic - friendly and eager to serve. Entertainment was beyond great with three production shows and other great talent. The CD not our favorite as he seemed like he'd be more suited to a party boat, but we didnt have much interaction with him. His staff was great. Only issue was boarding. The crowd stormed the gates as soon as priority boarding was announced. Agents couldn't control these rude people. Complete disregard for boarding times. People with mobility issues just had to wait. Disembarking similar.
We sailed as 2 families both with kids between 8 and 11. This was our 3rd Royal Caribbean sailing. We were nervous of the older and smaller boat with less kids activities but quickly found that we liked the size of the ship and in turn gave our kids a lot more freedom which they enjoyed. The main dining room food was top notch and we found the service to be exceptional everywhere throughout the ship. The ship was clean and still modern despite her age. We didn't bother with the drink package and instead enjoyed the drink specials and buckets of beer. It added up, but was less than the package would have been. Our ports of call were also great so we were really happy with the itinerary. Our complaints would be minor. There wasn't a show every evening. We would have liked a better scheduled silent dance party which our kids really enjoy. We also enjoyed the non US home port. We would like to see more non US options! Very Latin American based crowd. Language was a bit of a barrier but we learned into it and had a blast!
AWARD-WINNING & AWE-INSPIRING ACCOMMODATION
Redefining the cruising experience one room at a time. Our staterooms are an alluring escape from the non-stop action that our cruise ships are known for. From our spectacular views to our deluxe amenities, a stay with us is like nothing else at sea.
DESIGNED TO MATCH YOUR COMFORT NEEDS
We’ve thought of the details, so you don’t have to.
BABY FRIENDLY - Bringing a baby? Let us know and we'll provide a cot and supplies.
COUPLES RETREAT - Enjoy spa-like comfort in your stateroom, perfect for couples.
EXTENDED FAMILIES - Select staterooms can connect to accommodate more guests.
SPECIAL NEEDS - Our ships are equipped to accommodate you regardless of your special needs.
READY FOR YOUR STAY
All the creature comforts you’d expect to have during your holiday.
VOOM SURF & STREAM - Giving a new meaning to connected staterooms.
24-HOUR ROOM SERVICE - Indulge your midnight cravings.
DAILY CLEANING SERVICE - Sweet dreams are on the horizon.
DAILY STATEROOM ATTENDANT - A helping hand when you need it the most.
TOP-NOTCH AMENITIES SPACIOUS ACCOMMODATION
Our staterooms are designed with every type of guest in mind. Whether you’re sailing with your significant other, your family, a group of friends or travelling solo – we’ve got the perfect room to accommodate your party and budget. Take your pick from Interior or Ocean View rooms, Balcony staterooms or spacious Suites. You can even connect rooms, allowing you to stay together with extended family or friends. The options are endless, and the comfort is always guaranteed.
AN ADVENTURE IN EVERY BITE
Whether you’re craving Far East flavours at Izumi or elevated Italian comfort food at Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen℠, bold and delicious is always on the menu onboard Serenade of the Seas. And if you want to really dial up date night, there’s the exclusive Chef’s Table.
AS VIP AS CAN BE: If you’re looking to be wined and dined, look no further than Chef’s Table. Located in an intimate setting, this unforgettable epicurean adventure presents five delicious dishes expertly paired with the finest wines onboard.
A FAR EAST FEAST: Taste your way through the Far East as you enjoy a wide variety of Asian-inspired starters, mains, deserts and more, plus fresh hand-rolled sushi and sashimi that will make you feel like you’ve touched down in Tokyo.
TRATTORIA TIME: Rustic Italian flavours meet contemporary flair at Giovanni’s℠ Italian Kitchen, a Royal Caribbean favourite. From piping hot pastas to fresh hand-tossed pizzas, you can tour all of Italy without ever leaving the ship.
A VISUAL FEAST: You’ll find some of the best scenic views from the cruise ship in the Main Dining Room, which offers two levels of glass windows. This means that every course comes served with a side of stunning Alaska landscapes.
TREAT YOUR TASTEBUDS: Far East flavours at Izumi. A five-course gourmet feast at Chef’s Table. And global dishes in a Main Dining Room equipped with two levels of glass window – perfect for viewing the best scenic places around the world. Dining doesn’t get much better than this.
CUE THE VIEWS
Cruise from Vancouver to Alaska, where Serenade of the Seas® serves up snow-capped scenery everywhere you look. Onboard, panoramic views and acres of glass ensure that you’ll never miss a moment of the wilderness – from breeching humpback whales to calving icy blue glaciers.
MAKE EVERY SEA DAY COUNT
There are enough adventures onboard Serenade of the Seas to fill every sea day. Take in wild views from the top of the rock climbing wall or dig into delicious dining from around the world. And discover electrifying nightlife that keeps the thrills going long after sunset.
NEVER BORED ONBOARD
Fuel bolder bonding with a competitive game of mini golf. Or scale the 12-metre-tall rock-climbing wall to spot breathtaking views. And when you want to soak up the sun, lounge away by the pool beneath a retractable glass roof. Seas the day, your way.
THE NIGHT OF YOUR LIFE
The adventure continues even after the day is done – think remixed classics at the original performance Vibeology. Live performers and perfect pours at the Crown & Castle English pub. All your favourite labels at Vintages wine bar. And late-night beats at Club Twenty.
ADVENTURE ALL DAY AND NIGHT
When you cruise on Serenade of the Seas, adventure has no curfew. Fill your sea days with award winning onboard activities, like putt-putt parties on the mini golf green, all your favourite games at the arcade and laid back lounging on the pool deck. Then kick your night out up a notch with musicals in the Main Theatre, dancing under the stars and classic cocktails at R Bar.
FILL EVERY DAY WITH PLAY
Even when you aren’t gazing at glaciers and trekking across Alaska’s wild tundra, you’ll still find so many things to do on Serenade of the Seas. Think mini golf and rock climbing in the morning and poolside lounging or cooking classes in the afternoon – not to mention game-changing spaces for little ones at Adventure Ocean®.
LIGHTS OUT NIGHTS OUT
Serenade of the Seas comes alive with a different vibe after sundown. Start the evening with a glass of your favourite red or white wine at Vintages, or savour a classic cocktail at the retro-inspired R Bar. Then join a lively singalong party at Schooner Bar or head to the Main Theatre for a scene-stealing original production.
The ship features a fantastic array of health and fitness facilities including, a spa, a fitness centre, a rock climbing wall and much more.
Royal Caribbean International's cruise ships offer a wide range of options for the whole family, as well as a great range of just-for-kids options.
