tampadee Posted March 8, 2015 #101 Share Posted March 8, 2015 As a Diamond, did you also have vouchers in addition to the lounge? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYGirl1002 Posted March 9, 2015 #102 Share Posted March 9, 2015 Great review. Thanks for taking the time to write it. I hope Cranky and Frowny are not onboard in 2 weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SausPud Posted March 9, 2015 #103 Share Posted March 9, 2015 Thanks for such a great review and answering everyone's questions. It is now making my work so much harder when I write my Anthem review, to be as good as you. If I find Cranky and Frowny, I will post pics so we can all avoid them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkvillain Posted March 9, 2015 Author #104 Share Posted March 9, 2015 As a Diamond, did you also have vouchers in addition to the lounge? Yes. And we enjoyed using the electronic coupons much more than going to the DL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkvillain Posted March 9, 2015 Author #105 Share Posted March 9, 2015 Great review. Thanks for taking the time to write it. I hope Cranky and Frowny are not onboard in 2 weeks. Have fun. Unfortunately there are Cranky and Frownys on every cruise. :mad: Thanks for such a great review and answering everyone's questions.It is now making my work so much harder when I write my Anthem review, to be as good as you. If I find Cranky and Frowny, I will post pics so we can all avoid them. My pleasure. Maybe we should start a separate thread with just photos of Cranky and Frowny people on cruises. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thetrail Posted March 9, 2015 #106 Share Posted March 9, 2015 FINAL THOUGHTS What I loved -North Star -WOW Band -Two70 -Music Hall (even though I didn’t talk about it much in my review, it was still great) -Overall look & feel of ship (it has a very Earthy & classy feel about it) -Huge TV in the room -Disembarkation (very smooth and fast!) What I liked -Solarium pool (this would have been in the “love” list if it were open-air) -Dynamic Dining (I like that you have options every single night depending on your taste) -Food quality (an upgrade over the traditional Main Dining Room food on other ships) -Royal IQ (just needs the menus & Cruise Compass added to be in “love” list) -Gym -Windjammer -Embarkation (if it weren’t for the guy that checked us in, this would be in the “love” list, otherwise very smooth and fast) What I didn’t like -Less outdoor pools than the other big RCI ships -Wonderland -Closet design (just get rid of that big bar in the main closet and it will be fine) Overall this is a fantastic class of ship that is only going to get better as the rest of the minor kinks get worked out. This is a ship that is designed for the next generation of cruisers. I’m looking forward to many more sailings on the Anthem and possibly the Ovation. The Oasis class is still my favorite however I would be extremely happy to be on any Quantum, Freedom or Voyager class ship as well. One day maybe I’ll even give the Radiance class a try. One thing you have to do on Cruise Critic is take any negative comment with a grain of salt. There are a ton of grouchy people on here that just love to complain. For a while there after the Quantum first came out, I almost wanted to stay off Cruise Critic because of the complainers. I know some of the complaints were legit, especially the comments from those that sailed on the Quantum after she first came out but other remarks like “a Quantum failure”, “Dynamic Disaster” and others were just plain absurd and ridiculous. I'm sure glad I didn't listen to those people. Next up: The Oasis in September with hopefully a Liberty cruise to Bermuda in May before that For your review,photo's and perspective! Can't wait to sail her in April! Just a sidenote if anyone hasn't mentioned this but just did a B2B on Serenade and the outside dining area, that I did not know Quantum had is one of my favorite spots. And as you said always found a seat there for breakfast and lunch!..K.O.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkvillain Posted March 11, 2015 Author #107 Share Posted March 11, 2015 For your review,photo's and perspective! Can't wait to sail her in April! Just a sidenote if anyone hasn't mentioned this but just did a B2B on Serenade and the outside dining area, that I did not know Quantum had is one of my favorite spots. And as you said always found a seat there for breakfast and lunch!..K.O.:) Thanks and have fun in April. The ship is fantastic. And more importantly, enjoy that outside seating! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdpete Posted March 12, 2015 #108 Share Posted March 12, 2015 Post a photo of yourself. I was on the same cruise. I want to recognize you if we ever cross paths. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrodwe Posted March 12, 2015 #109 Share Posted March 12, 2015 After all the negative remarks about the Quantum, my faith is restored after reading your comments. This will be our third voyage on a ship and we can't wait. Not everything runs to plan and you have to be flexible. First on RCC. Travelling from Dubai to Singapore. Very excited, thanks again.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsB05 Posted March 14, 2015 #110 Share Posted March 14, 2015 Great review. Funny, too! See you on Anthem next October! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angelsea57 Posted March 14, 2015 #111 Share Posted March 14, 2015 Yorkvillain, Thank you for such a wonderful reviews and photos. After reading so much negative about quantum from other postings, it's refreshing to read all the positive about your reviews. Can't wait for our cruise on Quantum in April. !!!! On the dynamic dining, can we still request a table sitting for 2 people in any of the complementary restaurants?? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkvillain Posted March 14, 2015 Author #112 Share Posted March 14, 2015 After all the negative remarks about the Quantum, my faith is restored after reading your comments. This will be our third voyage on a ship and we can't wait. Not everything runs to plan and you have to be flexible. First on RCC. Travelling from Dubai to Singapore. Very excited, thanks again.. Thanks! Dubai to Singapore sounds amazing. Have fun. Great review. Funny, too! See you on Anthem next October! Thank you. I can't wait to go back on this class of ship! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkvillain Posted March 14, 2015 Author #113 Share Posted March 14, 2015 Yorkvillain,Thank you for such a wonderful reviews and photos. After reading so much negative about quantum from other postings, it's refreshing to read all the positive about your reviews. Can't wait for our cruise on Quantum in April. !!!! On the dynamic dining, can we still request a table sitting for 2 people in any of the complementary restaurants?? Thanks. Thanks. We always requested a table for 4 and got it so I'm sure you can get a table for 2 if you ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Car Dealer Posted March 14, 2015 #114 Share Posted March 14, 2015 Table for 2 was never a problem for us, never had to wait for more than 5 minutes past our reservation times. Even accomidated us quickly when we were early or late. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerig Posted March 14, 2015 #115 Share Posted March 14, 2015 Great review. I was on the quantum on 2/20 also. I have been on 25+ cruises on various cruise lines and always come away with a larger list of likes than dislikes. I really loved this ship above all others. I normally prefer Celebrity for the food but felt the Quantum was a vast improvement. I was wondering did you receive you 10% certificate yet. I'm looking to book the anthem and now waiting until the certificate arrives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkvillain Posted March 14, 2015 Author #116 Share Posted March 14, 2015 Great review. I was on the quantum on 2/20 also. I have been on 25+ cruises on various cruise lines and always come away with a larger list of likes than dislikes. I really loved this ship above all others. I normally prefer Celebrity for the food but felt the Quantum was a vast improvement. I was wondering did you receive you 10% certificate yet. I'm looking to book the anthem and now waiting until the certificate arrives. Thanks. I have not received my certificate yet either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kcjarvis Posted March 15, 2015 #117 Share Posted March 15, 2015 Great job!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkvillain Posted March 15, 2015 Author #118 Share Posted March 15, 2015 (edited) Thank you KCJarvis. I always enjoy your reviews as well. Edited March 15, 2015 by Yorkvillain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Car Dealer Posted March 15, 2015 #119 Share Posted March 15, 2015 Still waiting for my certificate, too. My TA said since this was a dollar discount and not a percentage off an upcoming cruise, it could be applied to a cruise that was already booked, although before final payment. Hope she is right since I booked using my next cruise certificate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerig Posted March 16, 2015 #120 Share Posted March 16, 2015 Thanks. I have not received my certificate yet either. I'm interested in booking the 10-20 Anthem also and was waiting for the certificate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dst87 Posted March 19, 2015 #121 Share Posted March 19, 2015 I really enjoyed this whole review, thank you! It's making me look forward to my Anthem honeymoon cruise again! Table for 2 was never a problem for us, never had to wait for more than 5 minutes past our reservation times. Even accomidated us quickly when we were early or late. Did you make reservations for restaurants online before sailing. I notice in the Vacation Planner the text: "We will do our best to accommodate your party to a private table." I'm curious as to what 'their best' looks like! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsB05 Posted March 19, 2015 #122 Share Posted March 19, 2015 I really enjoyed this whole review, thank you! It's making me look forward to my Anthem honeymoon cruise again! Did you make reservations for restaurants online before sailing. I notice in the Vacation Planner the text: "We will do our best to accommodate your party to a private table." I'm curious as to what 'their best' looks like! I know it may be different on this class of ship, but, my experience with requesting and getting a table for two on Royal has been hit or miss. Disclaimer. I've not been on Quantum class but it seems their Dynamic Classic could be equated with traditional dining on other classes of ship and their Dynamic can be equated with My Time Dining (e.g., not sitting in the MDR at either of the two seatings). For traditional dining, we've found it's near impossible to get a table for two although we did manage twice; neither location of table was desirable. For MTD, it's a lot easier to get a table for two, but, again; sometimes the table was in a less than desirable location, however, sometimes, it was fine. Now, saying this, perhaps this particular class of ship will cater more to folks who desire a table for two. I'm interested also since it's the two of us who may eat on occasion with another couple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Car Dealer Posted March 19, 2015 #123 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Yes, we set up all our dining using cruise planner. It is a shame that that ap does not prompt for table seating... Many tables were set for 2 or 4 in the resturants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachnative Posted March 19, 2015 #124 Share Posted March 19, 2015 (edited) FINAL THOUGHTS Overall this is a fantastic class of ship that is only going to get better as the rest of the minor kinks get worked out. This is a ship that is designed for the next generation of cruisers. I’m looking forward to many more sailings on the Anthem and possibly the Ovation. The Oasis class is still my favorite however I would be extremely happy to be on any Quantum, Freedom or Voyager class ship as well. One day maybe I’ll even give the Radiance class a try. One thing you have to do on Cruise Critic is take any negative comment with a grain of salt. There are a ton of grouchy people on here that just love to complain. For a while there after the Quantum first came out, I almost wanted to stay off Cruise Critic because of the complainers. I know some of the complaints were legit, especially the comments from those that sailed on the Quantum after she first came out but other remarks like “a Quantum failure”, “Dynamic Disaster” and others were just plain absurd and ridiculous. I'm sure glad I didn't listen to those people. THANK YOU for your review. The Quantum is our favorite ship in the fleet. Fortunately, you only encountered one cranky couple. On our December 1 cruise we were constantly aware of them…they even liked hanging out with others of their kind. Edited March 19, 2015 by beachnative Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkvillain Posted April 7, 2015 Author #125 Share Posted April 7, 2015 Update - Today is April 7th and I still haven't received my voucher yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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