motherchic Posted August 23, 2008 #1 Share Posted August 23, 2008 We are considering cruising with our 2 teenage girls on the Freedom. We are choosing it because of the rock climbing etc.... I realize this ship caters to families but will we be able to lounge and soak up sun in various areas and be away from laughing and yelling little ones? ( when we feel like it ) Thank you much Nadine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esmerelda Posted August 23, 2008 #2 Share Posted August 23, 2008 Hi, We just sailed on the Liberty last August with two teenage boys. We had NO problem finding adult time alone. The boys had so much to do and they were rarely ever bored. There is the adult only solarium that was fabulous...nothing like those cantilevered hot tubs and a pina colada in hand....nothing but water and sunshine.... Also, we rented a deck phone for our youngest last year so we always knew where he was at all times (well..not all time..lol) Just one of those great little things that RCC thought of ;) ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphy Posted August 23, 2008 #3 Share Posted August 23, 2008 We are considering cruising with our 2 teenage girls on the Freedom.We are choosing it because of the rock climbing etc.... I realize this ship caters to families but will we be able to lounge and soak up sun in various areas and be away from laughing and yelling little ones? ( when we feel like it ) Thank you much Nadine I think you will be pleasantly surprised! We don't have kids and I had the same concerns you have when we sailed the Freedom. Because there are so many kid-friendly areas, the adult areas appeared to be even more quiet than I expected. Even the sport's pool area was quieter than normal on our sailing. The noise was either in the H2O zone or back by the FlowRider. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovelife Posted August 23, 2008 #4 Share Posted August 23, 2008 You will find many quiet places - in particular the solarium. There were lots of children on our Liberty cruise but I was never bothered by any noise they made. In fact, I loved watching the munchkins play in the H20 Zone. The Freedom class is incredible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruising89143 Posted August 23, 2008 #5 Share Posted August 23, 2008 The solarium is an outstanding place to get away from the kids splashing around and the noise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkfish Posted August 23, 2008 #6 Share Posted August 23, 2008 Another vote for the solarium - fantastic! We always get late seating for dinner, which is great because the pool areas all start emptying out around 3-3:30pm on sea days. There have been times that, by 4:30pm, we have had the place to ourselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GXmanDC Posted August 23, 2008 #7 Share Posted August 23, 2008 cruisingator2, Those pics of the Solarium brought back so many good memories. I spent a lot of time there on Liberty. It was so relaxing and peaceful. Can't wait to spend my sea days there on Freedom this winter! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsFixitCT Posted August 23, 2008 #8 Share Posted August 23, 2008 Are the whirlpools open during sailaway? They look like a great place to go to watch!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langley Cruisers Posted August 24, 2008 #9 Share Posted August 24, 2008 ...nothing like those cantilevered hot tubs and a pina colada in hand....nothing but water and sunshine.... And I think I might have seen you, Pina Colada in hand! It was fun, wasn't it? We loved Liberty. :) motherchic, as mentioned, there are lots of adult areas to go, but one place I found very lovely and quiet was the Viking Crown Lounge, early in the morning (well, before 10 or so). It is cool and air conditioned, and it overlooks the pool areas. The views are fantastic and it's just a nice little place to hang for a bit. I read there in the mornings and when the bartender started work around 10:30 or so, I thought it was the perfect time for a nice little Bellini. :D :D :D Have fun on Freedom. ~Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolfandude Posted August 24, 2008 #10 Share Posted August 24, 2008 Looking at the ship's layout, I'd assume that kids running through the solarium is not a problem? Has anyone ever had a problem with kids in the solarium pool? Do the staff keep kids out? Just curious.:confused: Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lancemib Posted August 24, 2008 #11 Share Posted August 24, 2008 Freedom Of The Seas Solarium Pool The Solarium area at night is great... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmsdos Posted August 24, 2008 #12 Share Posted August 24, 2008 We are considering cruising with our 2 teenage girls on the Freedom.We are choosing it because of the rock climbing etc.... I realize this ship caters to families but will we be able to lounge and soak up sun in various areas and be away from laughing and yelling little ones? ( when we feel like it ) Thank you much Nadine The Freedom Class does a wonderful job in providing venues for all ages... We have sailed a number of times on both the Freedom and Liberty... and the only place we have ever found "uncomfortable" is the glass elevators.... seems that becomes a big attraction for some to use as a "Disney Ride"... That is still an "outstanding" issue RCCL hasn't handled completely... need a better monitoring system... JMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emmy Posted August 24, 2008 #13 Share Posted August 24, 2008 Are the whirlpools open during sailaway? They look like a great place to go to watch!! Yes they are open ~A few of my CC friends were in the whirlpools at sailaway on the inaugural sailing of Freedom Love Freedom class and look forward to Oasis :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hazelbagel Posted August 24, 2008 #14 Share Posted August 24, 2008 I have never heard of a deck phone before. what is it and how much does it cost? We are going on the Freedom with our 12 yr old daughter, her best friend and family. they are very protective and I think being able to contact their daughter will help give them and her some piece of mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserbryce Posted August 24, 2008 #15 Share Posted August 24, 2008 the best thing about Liberty was that you would have never known there were 4500 ppl on board...there is so much to do and see that everyone is out there doing...and it makes for many great chances for quiet time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esmerelda Posted August 24, 2008 #16 Share Posted August 24, 2008 I have never heard of a deck phone before. what is it and how much does it cost? We are going on the Freedom with our 12 yr old daughter, her best friend and family. they are very protective and I think being able to contact their daughter will help give them and her some piece of mind. The deck phones were $25.00 per phone, and each had a room charger. They will charge you for any lost phone (it was NOT cheap). Each phone has its own extension so its pretty simple. Each phone has many ringers or vibrate (which it was ours stayed on throughout the ship w/the noise). It was sort of fun because the crew members carry these also...I had a few wrong numbers a few times and we all had a good laugh...LOL I totally recommend them for peace of mind. Our son was 12 also at the time and he really didn't mind having one. They measured 6" tall...about 1.5" wide..so they fit in your pocket easily. :) I hope it works out for you! :) Be SURE to get to the pursers desk ASAP because they only have so many per ship...we went right there within an hour of being on the Liberty last year. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motherchic Posted August 24, 2008 Author #17 Share Posted August 24, 2008 The deck phones were $25.00 per phone, and each had a room charger. They will charge you for any lost phone (it was NOT cheap). Each phone has its own extension so its pretty simple. Each phone has many ringers or vibrate (which it was ours stayed on throughout the ship w/the noise). It was sort of fun because the crew members carry these also...I had a few wrong numbers a few times and we all had a good laugh...LOL I totally recommend them for peace of mind. Our son was 12 also at the time and he really didn't mind having one. They measured 6" tall...about 1.5" wide..so they fit in your pocket easily. :) I hope it works out for you! :) Be SURE to get to the pursers desk ASAP because they only have so many per ship...we went right there within an hour of being on the Liberty last year. :) So, does that mean you paid a total of $50. A phone for you and a phone for your son? , or was it / day? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esmerelda Posted August 24, 2008 #18 Share Posted August 24, 2008 It was a total of $50.00 for the two phones for the week and I believe a small deposit which was credited back to our account when the phones/chargers were returned our last night on the ship. This was August of 07 so I can't say if that is still the same price. I would call and inquire to RC if you want to know the exact amount. They were a lifesaver for us and made our trip so much more enjoyable. I hope this helps!! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motherchic Posted August 24, 2008 Author #19 Share Posted August 24, 2008 It was a total of $50.00 for the two phones for the week and I believe a small deposit which was credited back to our account when the phones/chargers were returned our last night on the ship. This was August of 07 so I can't say if that is still the same price. I would call and inquire to RC if you want to know the exact amount. They were a lifesaver for us and made our trip so much more enjoyable. I hope this helps!! :) It s a great idea, thank you, Nadine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
honeywell Posted August 24, 2008 #20 Share Posted August 24, 2008 They are called DECT phones.:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esmerelda Posted August 25, 2008 #21 Share Posted August 25, 2008 DECT.....deck.....whatever...the point was they were great! (the staff refer to them as deck phones...therefore I assumed the spelling was spelled as such). :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynn the Cruiser Posted August 25, 2008 #22 Share Posted August 25, 2008 I think you will be pleasantly surprised! We don't have kids and I had the same concerns you have when we sailed the Freedom. Because there are so many kid-friendly areas, the adult areas appeared to be even more quiet than I expected. Even the sport's pool area was quieter than normal on our sailing. The noise was either in the H2O zone or back by the FlowRider. That was exactly what I was going to say!!!! We were also there at a time when there were loads of kids-end of June!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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