Royal Caribbean Voyager of the Seas Cruise Review - Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Food and Service on the Voyager of the Seas
The Voyager of the Seas has the advantage of the RCI homogeneity in food. Across its fleet RCI has striven for equality in both offerings and presentation. The breads were well cooked and a nice variety of both white and whole grains and specialty (banana bread, corn muffins, ciabatta, sourdough and savory rolls). The salads are varied and crisp. The appetizers are many and tempting.
Entrees include meat, fish, fowl, vegetarian and pastas. All steaks and prime ribs are succulent and cooked to one's preference. The Cod fish is exceptionally good. The children's menu is very nice with chicken tenders, macaroni and cheese, hamburgers, the best and crispiest French Fries, fresh fruit cups, and chocolate milk, all Marcellino's favorites. Desserts are many and interesting: Melting chocolate cake, soufflés, pies (some sugar free), profiteroles, baked Alaska, ice creams and, of course, RCI's special huge cookies.
Executive Chef Ivo Jahn took us on a wonderful private tour of the Galley. This is truly the heart of the ship and daily from here over 15,000 meals are made and served, plus snacks, hors d'oeurves and cakes for parties. On our first night we dined on Deck 3 at a huge table for 12 at the rear of the dining room. We went to our assigned table early, while Mary stopped to see Maitre D' Paulo; he said that he would have a smaller table for us the next night, near the entrance.
We don't enjoy disturbing other diners every night going through the dining room with the wheelchair. Paulo was besieged by people that night, including an unreasonable woman who held up the line demanding the impossible, immediately. We had a wonderful meal the first night too, but true to his word Paulo had a table for us the next night, right near the door on Deck 5, The Magic Flute dining room. At table #538 we had excellent service from our waiter Donald and his assistant Lee. The head waiter Sebastiano was both cordial and enjoyed speaking with Vincent in Italian. Throughout the cruise at the next table was Victor our new friend from boarding. Of course, Marcellino was treated like a Prince with special chocolate milk, Jell-O, cookies and even an impromptu puppet show, etc.
As usual the best meal on board is always at the Captain's table. The combination of the traditional walk down the triple staircase in procession with the guests led by Captain Charles Teige and the stately dining room all aglow is very grand. Mary and Vincent took the elevator. Captain Teige is both worldly and marine knowledgeable. Service under the watchful eye of Maitre D' Paulo was tip top --- we had a nicely paced meal and excellent conversation. Maryland Crab Cake, New England Clam Chowder, Captain Charles' Salad (Lobster arranged in a natural avocado bowl and dressed lightly), and choice of Salmon, Lamb or Pork chops were the order of the night. Executive Chef Ivo outdid himself!
Service throughout the ship is friendly and quick. We had breakfast in our suite each morning and it was full American: eggs, bacon, hash brown potatoes, fruit, cereal and hot coffee and chocolate. It was always punctual and excellent. Room service was definitely superior. Marcellino enjoyed eating at Johnny Rockets (the 1950's diner). We did too, the Juke Box music, the dancing wait staff and not to mention the great hamburgers, hot dogs, fries, onion rings and chili ($3.95 per person) gave us a trip back down memory lane. There is also Portofino's upscale Italian Restaurant ($20 per person).
Voyager of the Seas Cabin
Suite # 1270 on Deck 10 is a large suite with an excellent floor plan. The bathroom has granite cabinet tops, a huge medicine chest with a double sink, and bathtub. There is a king size bed with a tufted floor to ceiling head board, two reading lamp sconces, and night stands. The floors are travertine and marble and blue carpeting. There is a mirrored vanity/desk. Entering on the left there are mirrored armoires with hangers, then a granite bar with refrigerator and draws. The cabinet wood is light maple with dark mahogany trim. There is a sleeper sofa, two comfortable upholstered chairs, an end table and a large coffee table, both of light maple with glass tops. The drapes are gold and blue like the chairs. There is a drape to separate the bedroom from the living room. The far wall is all windows and a sliding door to the double size balcony with a recliner, three chairs and a table.
Our steward was Zigi Sanchez who made us feel at home and always anticipated all our needs. His service was so outstanding that we never wanted to leave the ship at the end of the cruise.
Voyager of the Seas Entertainment
Cruise Director Kirk Detweiler is an accomplished musician, (composer and singer) who leads the entertainment on board. He adds to the upbeat ambiance during the cruise. We were happy to see him once again. The La Scala Theater presented top comedians like Rick Corso and production shows like "Music in Motion" and the rocking "Beatle Maniacs" who do a great show entitled "The Complete Beatles Experience." Excellent! "Broadway Rhythm and Rhyme" is another of the spectaculars. The Latin Beat of El Gaucho Dario Alberico is very exciting.
The highlight of the Voyager Class is the ice skating show. This time it was no different with the "Ice Odyssey Showtime," featuring Russian skating star Marina Karamycheva. Both she and the rest of the cast were terrific on the 30 by 60 foot rink.
There are a multitude of activities from Trivia, Bingo, Casino Games to ping pong, ice skating, in-line skating, golf simulator, volleyball, shuffleboard, basketball, the Rock Climbing Wall, Sports fitness, Spa offerings, etc. There are Exploration Tours in Ports of Call and programs for Aqua Babies (under 3 years old), Children and Teen activities with qualified educators. There is something for everyone --- "Get Out There!"
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The Voyager of the Seas has the advantage of the RCI homogeneity in food. Across its fleet RCI has striven for equality in both offerings and presentation. The breads were well cooked and a nice variety of both white and whole grains and specialty (banana bread, corn muffins, ciabatta, sourdough and savory rolls). The salads are varied and crisp. The appetizers are many and tempting.
Entrees include meat, fish, fowl, vegetarian and pastas. All steaks and prime ribs are succulent and cooked to one's preference. The Cod fish is exceptionally good. The children's menu is very nice with chicken tenders, macaroni and cheese, hamburgers, the best and crispiest French Fries, fresh fruit cups, and chocolate milk, all Marcellino's favorites. Desserts are many and interesting: Melting chocolate cake, soufflés, pies (some sugar free), profiteroles, baked Alaska, ice creams and, of course, RCI's special huge cookies.
Executive Chef Ivo Jahn took us on a wonderful private tour of the Galley. This is truly the heart of the ship and daily from here over 15,000 meals are made and served, plus snacks, hors d'oeurves and cakes for parties. On our first night we dined on Deck 3 at a huge table for 12 at the rear of the dining room. We went to our assigned table early, while Mary stopped to see Maitre D' Paulo; he said that he would have a smaller table for us the next night, near the entrance.
We don't enjoy disturbing other diners every night going through the dining room with the wheelchair. Paulo was besieged by people that night, including an unreasonable woman who held up the line demanding the impossible, immediately. We had a wonderful meal the first night too, but true to his word Paulo had a table for us the next night, right near the door on Deck 5, The Magic Flute dining room. At table #538 we had excellent service from our waiter Donald and his assistant Lee. The head waiter Sebastiano was both cordial and enjoyed speaking with Vincent in Italian. Throughout the cruise at the next table was Victor our new friend from boarding. Of course, Marcellino was treated like a Prince with special chocolate milk, Jell-O, cookies and even an impromptu puppet show, etc.
As usual the best meal on board is always at the Captain's table. The combination of the traditional walk down the triple staircase in procession with the guests led by Captain Charles Teige and the stately dining room all aglow is very grand. Mary and Vincent took the elevator. Captain Teige is both worldly and marine knowledgeable. Service under the watchful eye of Maitre D' Paulo was tip top --- we had a nicely paced meal and excellent conversation. Maryland Crab Cake, New England Clam Chowder, Captain Charles' Salad (Lobster arranged in a natural avocado bowl and dressed lightly), and choice of Salmon, Lamb or Pork chops were the order of the night. Executive Chef Ivo outdid himself!
Service throughout the ship is friendly and quick. We had breakfast in our suite each morning and it was full American: eggs, bacon, hash brown potatoes, fruit, cereal and hot coffee and chocolate. It was always punctual and excellent. Room service was definitely superior. Marcellino enjoyed eating at Johnny Rockets (the 1950's diner). We did too, the Juke Box music, the dancing wait staff and not to mention the great hamburgers, hot dogs, fries, onion rings and chili ($3.95 per person) gave us a trip back down memory lane. There is also Portofino's upscale Italian Restaurant ($20 per person).
Voyager of the Seas Cabin
Suite # 1270 on Deck 10 is a large suite with an excellent floor plan. The bathroom has granite cabinet tops, a huge medicine chest with a double sink, and bathtub. There is a king size bed with a tufted floor to ceiling head board, two reading lamp sconces, and night stands. The floors are travertine and marble and blue carpeting. There is a mirrored vanity/desk. Entering on the left there are mirrored armoires with hangers, then a granite bar with refrigerator and draws. The cabinet wood is light maple with dark mahogany trim. There is a sleeper sofa, two comfortable upholstered chairs, an end table and a large coffee table, both of light maple with glass tops. The drapes are gold and blue like the chairs. There is a drape to separate the bedroom from the living room. The far wall is all windows and a sliding door to the double size balcony with a recliner, three chairs and a table.
Our steward was Zigi Sanchez who made us feel at home and always anticipated all our needs. His service was so outstanding that we never wanted to leave the ship at the end of the cruise.
Voyager of the Seas Entertainment
Cruise Director Kirk Detweiler is an accomplished musician, (composer and singer) who leads the entertainment on board. He adds to the upbeat ambiance during the cruise. We were happy to see him once again. The La Scala Theater presented top comedians like Rick Corso and production shows like "Music in Motion" and the rocking "Beatle Maniacs" who do a great show entitled "The Complete Beatles Experience." Excellent! "Broadway Rhythm and Rhyme" is another of the spectaculars. The Latin Beat of El Gaucho Dario Alberico is very exciting.
The highlight of the Voyager Class is the ice skating show. This time it was no different with the "Ice Odyssey Showtime," featuring Russian skating star Marina Karamycheva. Both she and the rest of the cast were terrific on the 30 by 60 foot rink.
There are a multitude of activities from Trivia, Bingo, Casino Games to ping pong, ice skating, in-line skating, golf simulator, volleyball, shuffleboard, basketball, the Rock Climbing Wall, Sports fitness, Spa offerings, etc. There are Exploration Tours in Ports of Call and programs for Aqua Babies (under 3 years old), Children and Teen activities with qualified educators. There is something for everyone --- "Get Out There!"
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