idkanything Posted August 14, 2016 #1 Share Posted August 14, 2016 (edited) Hi all, This may be a silly request, but I'm hoping to get some opinions on your favorite review written here on the forums. I just love reading old reviews with pictures, stories, good/bad points etc while I'm waiting for my next cruise. I think I have read most of them.. and almost every single one has been fun to read. Reason for asking is that our family is going on the Freedom in Oct, and since my daughter is a writer, she wants to document our trip for the memories, and since I love to read reviews, she has agreed to write one when we get back, since she'll already be writing it all up.. but I want to send her one to read over since she's never on the CC forums. I have a few that I just love, but wanted to see if anyone had a favorite! Edited August 14, 2016 by idkanything Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawniepoo Posted August 14, 2016 #2 Share Posted August 14, 2016 (edited) Gambee's Allure Review. It's one of the best I've read. It's more of a pictorial review. Edited August 14, 2016 by Dawniepoo spelling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havin'fun Posted August 15, 2016 #3 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Anything by SailorJack - he has a unique style of writing. Also this is a wonderful review - Alaska Cruise Tour & Cruise on the Radiance of the Seas Review 7/25/15 – 8/7/15 by Bmorecruiser021 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted August 15, 2016 #4 Share Posted August 15, 2016 If you want humour this review of the Allure by harryfat1 is my favorite by far. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2146596 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoldenDomer Posted August 15, 2016 #5 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Look for review threads started by 'WinksCruises'. He has great way of conveying information with a sense of humor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallieS Posted August 15, 2016 #6 Share Posted August 15, 2016 If you want humour this review of the Allure by harryfat1 is my favorite by far. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2146596 I second this. Harryfat1's review was one of the funniest I've read, and it was also very informative. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reallyitsmema Posted August 15, 2016 #7 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Hi all, This may be a silly request, but I'm hoping to get some opinions on your favorite review written here on the forums. I just love reading old reviews with pictures, stories, good/bad points etc while I'm waiting for my next cruise. I think I have read most of them.. and almost every single one has been fun to read. Reason for asking is that our family is going on the Freedom in Oct, and since my daughter is a writer, she wants to document our trip for the memories, and since I love to read reviews, she has agreed to write one when we get back, since she'll already be writing it all up.. but I want to send her one to read over since she's never on the CC forums. I have a few that I just love, but wanted to see if anyone had a favorite! I wouldn't send her any of the reviews, I would let her find her own voice and not get influenced by anyone else. Once she has written her review, I would then show her your favorites reviews from the past. There are many out there with very unique styles and would be fun to see if she has a new twist to share with everyone.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kew Gardens Cruiser Posted August 15, 2016 #8 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Gambee's Oasis of the Seas review was one of my favorites Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matj2000 Posted August 15, 2016 #9 Share Posted August 15, 2016 The best reviews have a good balance of opinion, facts, photo's, and humour. Some people go way overboard and try to account for every minute spent on the ship. Don't show a picture of every dish you ate. Keep it relatively simple and focus on the highlights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langley Cruisers Posted August 15, 2016 #10 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Some people go way overboard and try to account for every minute spent on the ship. Some people like that. Don't show a picture of every dish you ate. Some people like that. Keep it relatively simple and focus on the highlights. Some people like details details details. It's simple: if you don't like a review, move along. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
widallas Posted August 15, 2016 #11 Share Posted August 15, 2016 I agree -- lots of great reviews and some of the best have been mentioned already. I like good pictures and lots of humour...one of my favorites was Fizzlewicket's review of Liberty OTS, but other reviews I've read by him are great as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crosby99 Posted August 15, 2016 #12 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Anything by SailorJack - he has a unique style of writing. Also this is a wonderful review - Alaska Cruise Tour & Cruise on the Radiance of the Seas Review 7/25/15 – 8/7/15 by Bmorecruiser021 Cant disagree with SailorJack the NCL ship that had the crash(can't remember which one) is one of the funniest things I have ever read Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havin'fun Posted August 15, 2016 #13 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Cant disagree with SailorJack the NCL ship that had the crash(can't remember which one) is one of the funniest things I have ever read That one had me in tears I was laughing so hard. Did you read the one where he went for a camel ride? :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbmrt Posted August 15, 2016 #14 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Anything by Gambee is wonderful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micmacmissy Posted August 15, 2016 #15 Share Posted August 15, 2016 My favorite reviewer is FamilyGoBoston. Her reviews are a great balance of info, photos, and humor. She also has a blog, goseeittravel.com which is neat too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 15, 2016 #16 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Can't stop laughing when reading a JohnGaltny review. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cel_cruise Posted August 15, 2016 #17 Share Posted August 15, 2016 I have enjoyed all of the reviews mentioned above! As someone who travels with kids, APDMOM and FamilyGoBoston get my top shout outs. I have also really enjoyed the reviews written by kids and teens - they have such a great perspective and for me - it's actually the information I really appreciate having when deciding for my family!! (If the kids are having fun and not whining then I can have fun too!! It's a win win!) I hope your daughter enjoys her cruise and the experience of writing a review! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkvillain Posted August 15, 2016 #18 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Can't stop laughing when reading a JohnGaltny review. Agreed. JohnGaltny, SailorJack and maureencruiser always crack me up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BillOh Posted August 15, 2016 #19 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Some people like that. Some people like that. Some people like details details details. It's simple: if you don't like a review, move along. . You sure told him! And I agree with you. As long as a writer uses some semblance of paragraph form I can skip over paragraphs that don't interest me and find what does. I care very little about casinos and the kids program, but obviously a lot of people do, so be as verbose as you want, I have reading skills and can adapt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuCruise Posted August 15, 2016 #20 Share Posted August 15, 2016 I second this. Harryfat1's review was one of the funniest I've read, and it was also very informative. Put in a 3rd vote for Harryfat1. His review got me so excited for our cruise...very informative, comical, and I could relate as we're not big spenders and were also coming with kids so a family cruise too. Gambee's reviews also stand out....and A&L (or is it A&O) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinBarb63 Posted August 15, 2016 #21 Share Posted August 15, 2016 If you want humour this review of the Allure by harryfat1 is my favorite by far. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2146596 YES! This one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare DragonOfTheSeas Posted August 15, 2016 #22 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Here is another vote for Sailor Jack. This is a link from Karen S that has a listing of his reviews. You will laugh so hard you will cry! http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1652126# Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matj2000 Posted August 15, 2016 #23 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Don't put photos of the food from the restaurant you ate at the night before the cruise.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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