Island escape

[brummie 223]

Thinking of doing first cruise on island escape what deck and side is best

[toulouse]

On a cruise ship, it is best to locate and book a deck that is in the middle and towards the front slightly. This way, there is minimal engine noise and is smoother in terms of motion. It doesnt really matter what side your on, if you like a view of the new location in the morning or the sunset as your getting ready for dinner in the evening, then an outside cabin is what your looking for. It does pay to check out where the life boats are situated on each deck: http://www.thomson.co.uk/cruise/ships/island-escape-deck-plans.html. I have been on the escape before and am going on it again in 5 weeks time on the Discovery itinerary in the med. Hope this helps :)

[toulouse]

Another tip is to ask the maid or cabin boy what is above you when he/she allocates you when you first arrive at the ship. If there is a theatre or restaurant above your cabin for example, ask to move, as this will save you the inconvenience later :)

[queenduke]

Oh how jealous am I!!!! Deck 4 and upwards have the larger windows as opposed to port holes. You will have such a great time!

[ekco]

Thinking of doing first cruise on island escape what deck and side is best

 

Hi Brummie 223

 

We were on deck 9 about midships. We had a big window but it was almost totally covered by a tender, the trouble is the gaps inbetween are filled with ironwork to hold the lifeboats. Pick a cabin at either end if you want that deck but, that aside, it's a great deck for accessing the facilities.:):)

 

Jan

[brummie 223]

Thanks for your help im excited at seeing so many nice places

[alliejb]

Hi we are going on the 12th August, got cabins 7542, 7544 and 5581 booked. The 2 cabins on deck 7 are hopefully a twin for my mum and daughter and other being made up into a double for me and hubbie. Then my son is on deck 5 and once again hopefully will be made up into a double for him. If anyone can say if these are good cabins?

Thanks

Allie

[toulouse]

Deck 7 is a good deck, high enough so not to have engine noise but you might get a little more sway being higher up. Deck five is also good, which part of the deck are you in? Back, middle or front?

[alliejb]

cabins on deck 7 are nearer front of the ship (but not right at the front) and cabin on deck 5 is opposite the oasis restaurant.

thanks

allie

[toulouse]

Doesn't sound bad. You all should sleep soundly! :)

[its,only,me]

Deck 8 is good if you are a smoker ,,,;) as it is the promenade deck ,

so handy just to nip out for one

 

mrs.c