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Let me start by saying we fell in love with Bar Harbor upon pulling into port.  This is a tender port but no big issue there.  We had a private tour with some fellow CC friends with Bar-harbor coastal cab, Woody,  He was fantastic!  Worth every penny.  This tour was 3 hours he picked us up at the pier and took us through town to Arcadia.  He offered history of the area and let us out for beautiful photo opts.  After the tour he dropped us back in town we did some shopping then went to Paddy's Irish Pub for a pint and nachos.  Being from Rhode Island we get great seafood so cant speak about that.  We cant wait to go back to this area and explore more!  

We walked off the ship and walked up to the Citadel, worth the trip.   We spent about 2 hours, we did our own tour but you can do a group tour.  Enjoyed the different architecture combining old and new.  We then walked down to the boardwalk and enjoyed the beautiful day and grabbed a beer and snack at The BG on the pier, closes in late fall but worth a visit and offered live music. On our way back to the ship stopped at Garrison brewery for a flight great beer and relaxing vibe.  

Thank you!

Great review, Congrats Lioness, on your winnings!! Thank you for sharing

This is so fun, thank you!  I saw there was room for me in the pool!!  Hope you have a great day at Coco

Cay!!  Love it there 

Thank you for sharing your trip!  We will be cruising soon always fun to hear of others experiences.  Good info on towels love that.   Wishing you a smooth sailing!!!

Thank you for sharing in your journey!  We will be on Allure late May so excited to get back to sailing

Enjoy

Thank you for sharing your trip with us!  Hubby and I love the Dublin Iced Tea.  Guess im going to have to set the alarm for 630 to get a seat by the pool😁.  Hope your trip continues to be a great one.

Agreed!!  I totally agree about the pool in the Solarium the only fail of Oasis Class.  The staff was one of the best we have had from captain down.  

Hi 

We sailed Harmony 2/23 had a great time. Loved everything.  I am happy to try to answer any questions.  I do have the compasses to reference.  

Safe travels to all 

Shelley

Following... great review so far cant wait for it to continue.  

Thank you😁

Sailed on the Mariner 4/26, I did write a review on the review page but thought I would share the cruise compass daily planner, for those who like to plan.  cruise planner.pdf

I have never shared files I will check back to see if this worked 

Thank you for the review -

Can you tell me how much the Thermal Spa passes are for the week?

Thanks!

We paid about $300 with tip, but that included the Whirlpool bath and the Rasul Treatment. I don't remember what is was without sorry my guess was around $100plus p/p.

Just a quick review of our amazing week, DH and I are in our late 40's, this was our first cruise being Diamond Status.

We flew in one day prior staying at Hampton Inn South Cruise Port, It was fine for one night. (work for Hilton got a good price). Headed to ship around 10:30. Quick Check in by 11:30 we were on board. We had a Balcony cabin Mid Deck 10 excellent location.

Dining: Breakfast:

Wipe out Cafe: not to busy, made to order Eggs

Solarium Bistro :good selection never as busy as Buffet

Lunch:

Buffet, busy not impressed but fine

Park Cafe: loved the salad, Panini's less crowded.

Johnny Rockets: Yum

Sorrento's: pretty good

Snacks:

Boardwalk Dog House: good

Cups and Scoops: yum

Dinner:

Giovanni's- amazing

Chops- amazing

150 Central- amazing

My time dining very good to excellent.

We had great service no matter which venue. We had not one complaint!! Granted we are easy to please.

Bars:

Trellis Bar- We loved the servers there Desmond, Johanna and Tam, what fun!

Diamond Lounge- What service and a treat, very generous pours!

( we don't drink tons so if we had a drink mid day we would just grab whatever. )

We found most servers to be pleasant and helpful

Entertainment:

We did a bit of everything Mama Mia, Trivia, Ocean Aria, Blue Planet, Comedy, Belly Flop Contest, Southside (band), Kiernon Cox ( guitarist) and more all worth it.

Islands:

Labadee- Amiga Island- Beautiful piece of paradise, quiet water amazing worth the little extra! They are trying to revive the Coral Reef, they have a Biologist that takes you on a guided snorkel of the area, my husband went said it was pretty good, bring cash it was $12. Also they have a cash bar.

Cozumel- Snorkel and beach, Fury Catamaran have done this tour before but its a nice way to get snorkeling, beach and beer... Nice day

Jamaica- not a fan of Falmouth didn't get off.

Spa- we bought the Thermal Spa pass with 2 mud baths, we enjoyed it but not our thing, we would not do it again, but worth the try!! The Thermal beds are heavenly!

This ship is amazing, so much to do and see, my tips do a bit of planning, shore excursions, shows and dinner, take a nap each day! If you have a Balcony use it, take 10 minutes morining and night to just listen to the waves, breath in the fresh air. Even though this ship holds so many people it really never feels to crowded, unbelievable but true.

I would go back in a heartbeat.

We did Self Debarkation and where off by 8:00 ( i think) it was so quick grabbed an Uber to Embassy Suites, stayed and extra day in Ft Lauderdale. (thats a nice hotel!)

Feel free to ask any questions I would be happy to try to answer

Happy Sailing:D

When our girls were little we squished in to one cabin, made it work, but once we did connecting never went back, I did one time (on Carnival) get 2 forward facing cabins, we did find them noisy and felt lots of vibration. But different ships may be different I know many love this area. I did like the location, but personally would want the space and privacy. Whatever you decide will be perfect for you! Have a great trip

Great review, we cruise in October and I have been thinking about doing the same type of dining, mix it up. You helped me decide Thank you!!!

Happy Post Anniversary.

thank you for sharing your trip with us, looking forward to the rest!

Great review! Thank you for taking us along. Happy Friday

Thank you for taking the time to post! It is always fun to read others experiences, yours sounds like a very happy one. Glad you were able to corral your family together for such a wonderful time.

Thank you for sharing hope you all have a great week!!

What a trip, I think I got a sunburn;), (I wish) . Looking forward to your last day and final thoughts. I am curious about the Diamond Lounge, I have finally reached that status but I guess hadnt really thought about any special lounges(silly me). Does it offer any specials or is it just a more private venue? Thank you for your thoughts!!! Happy Sunny Day

I dont blame you for not running to Dr, if I were at home I wouldn't run to Dr right away either. I may have self quarantined though due to Noro-virus popular on cruise ships. I bring my medicine cabinet (crazy) but Im ready for anything. So glad no one else got ill!! We have had to make trips in Medical on past cruises they are great and even check up on you. Also as far as insurance go for it, who are we to judge. Thank you for sharing

Just jumped on board, great trip so far! I hope the week sails by nice at a nice slow pace, thank you for sharing. Enjoy

Thank you for your review and the Compasses I will admit I printed out some, cookoo planner. I love to hear everyones different experiences makes planning that much more exciting!

Loving your review! Thank you for taking the time to write. I planned on sailing the Harmony but got a great deal on Allure so Allure it is! I am not always a fan of others peoples children (have 3 of my own) so love the kid banter. I am of the mind if my kid is doing something stupid by all means let them know and I will give you a high five. ( although not all parents feel the same, scary parents)

I will shut up now, and wait for your continued entertainment!!