Fred. Olsen Cruises - Balmoral Cruises Reviews

Wednesday 8th Feb 2012

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Balmoral

Far Better Than I Expected...

far better than I expected...

Reviewed By: harris, bexhill on sea on 2nd Jul 2009
Cruise Line: Fred. Olsen Cruises	Times cruised before: 10+
Cruise Ship: Balmoral	Sailed: June, 2009
Destination: Iberia	Age: 56-65
Cabin: Inside	Occasion: Annual/regular holiday

Having had more than 25 cruises from the 1st on the Canberra, most of the Thompson ships and all of the Airtours it was with some slight ap prehension I board the the Balmoral this being because of the reviews I had read describing the mobility scooters wheelchairs zimmers and such , I was worried it might be an oaps outing forgetting of course that I am now one.. totally wrong.. wide range of ages on board, Standard of hygiene excellant, just how many gallons of the hand wash go they use a trip, and did not hear of any problemns regarding sickness etc. Only complaint I heard was from regualar Olsen cruisers who felt the ship was too big, felt it was just nice size 1 floor up to dinner and another up to lounges and bars. plenty of chairs and loungers around for all even though still insist on reserving loungers then disappearing for hours. pool really warm and actually able to use jacuzzi this trip. usually full of youngsters who should not be in there , with out supervision. Enjoyed the themed evening nice to see so many taking part, and on the Captains nights nearly everyone donned there glad rags, men included. Quizzes good fun, and bingo very good at £2 a session. would I go again yes.
Quality of Food
breakfast and lunch in Palms Cafe, wide choice. nice diabetic desserts, gorgous selection of unusual bread.
Entertainment
enjoyed all the shows I saw only comment being sound quality much better when using hand mikes.
Shore Excursions	n/a

Staff
all very helpfull.
Children's Facilities	n/a

Onboard Activities
enjoyed quizzes and music around ship, nice to see live musicians.
Cabins
didnt spend much time , had everything I needed including a fridge for my medication
Overall Rating