Shipmate: Plan & Track Cruises

The ship was absolutely beautiful. I’ve been on tons of different cruise lines, but I will definitely go back on this one. The food was delicious so much different variety. The entertainment was off the rocks the night entertainment was more than any ship I’ve ever been on, the rooms were always clean The ship was clean, tons of stuff on board to do, Ocean cay was above and beyond the best stop I have ever been on what a beautiful ocean that’s owned by MSC I would do this cruise just to go back there, Only complaints —- The hot tubs on this ship are cold. All of them are cold. I tried everyone. I’m not the only one who stated this everybody. Said the hot tub was cold. The servers by the pool definitely will not ask you if you want something to drink you’ll have to flag them down, so for the most part you have to get up and go get your own drinks, I did tip extra so after a while they did cater to me. I do not like that you have pool towels in your room and you have to keep track of them. Bring them down to the pool bring them back to your room, as other ships I’ve been on have towel Stewart’s by the pools who hand out towels this one does not. Even after leaving the beach and our towels are soaking wet and full of sand. You have to carry them all the way back to your room, they should have a towel swap set up that will take your wet, heavy towels and give you dry ones. I would like better coffee selections, but that’s just me. They do have an espresso machines. But they cannot mimic or make any special specialty coffees.

Shipmate is a great app to use to read reviews from numerous cruisers regarding any ship, any cruise line, venues and options to consider before you set sail. Like any review forum, you need to “sift” through the reviews and weed out what you feel are real versus ones that may be biased. Look through the pictures, read the comments, see what others are say and you be the judge as to what you think is accurate. In most cases you’ll find the truth is a bit of every review. Sometimes bad things happen and it gets noted in review, however in many more cases it is all positive feedback. Take the reviews with a “grain of sand” and consider different points of view. Cruises, like any vacation, are what you make them and you can positively or negatively influence your trip based on what your expectations are. So read them, view the pictures, trust and follow your instincts and you’ll be able to make the right cruise vacation for you!

I have been on 9 cruises before I came across this app. I enjoy seeing those who you are cruising with as you sign in on roll call. I LOVE the excitement and thrill of the countdown! I enjoy seeing everyone’s pictures and how much fun is being had! I think it’s super cool to keep up with your cruises in one place. It’s a great tool that has a wealth of knowledge from past cruisers. It’s very informative with valuable feedback that might help one decide on an excursion to go on. I have used this app for one year. As of now, I will give it a 5 star rating. So far, I haven’t had any issues with it. If I do, I will be back to lend some constructive criticism so the app can improve. I have never seen the point in being ugly when giving a review. If I find something, it will only be because the developers take pride in their work and deserve validation! There was a lot of thought and detail that went into the production of this app. No matter how great something is doesn’t mean it’s without a flaw at times. [This is off subject, but from where I stand, overall, it appears we have become quick to judge and criticize, rather than encourage and validate others efforts, time and energy!] There is certainly the need for feedback and constructive criticism. I find it way more beneficial to voice concerns in a positive way. So developers, thank you for putting in your time and effort to provide cruisers with a tool that is fun and informative! 5 stars!! I look forward to what ideas you have in the future. Rarely does technology stay the same! 😊