Eastern vs Western

[trish99]

Yes, I know this is a personal preference and they both have positives and negatives. I've also posted this on the family forum, as well.

 

Here's our situation. We're taking our family on a cruise in October. DH and I, 57; son #1 and his wife, 30, along with their 5 y/r old son; and son #2 and his wife, 24. DH and I have cruised before, but first cruise for most of the others.

 

Right now, we have it narrowed down to Getaway, Western and the Escape, Eastern. Prices are comparable, Escape is slightly higher, but not significantly, considering it's a brand new ship. We've cruised both itineraries, but never with a young child. First time on either of the ships.

 

Any thoughts on the Western vs Eastern with a 5 y/o? Thoughts on the ships, themselves?

 

Thanks!

Edited November 9, 2015 by trish99

[BayouDoc]

Depending on the month the western Caribbean tends to be a good deal wetter than the eastern. You can look up average rainfall by month on the internet to see how the different ports tend to run.

[trish99]

Good point, that never even occurred to me!

[OCruisers]

Pick the one YOU would enjoy most since both East and West would be good cruises for your family. :)