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MEDITERRANEAN EXPLORER
Reviewed By: farrington, Cowes. Isle of Wight on 25th Aug 2008
Cruise Line: Island Cruises Times cruised before: 0
Cruise Ship: Island Star Sailed: August, 2008
Destination: Mediterranean Age: 36-45
Having just returned from the Island Star after a great week travelling around the Med- I/We just wanted to say it was great.

This was our first cruise , so unsure quite what to expect. It was relaxed, informal , we could do as much or as little as we liked.

Our 12 year old was safe to go off and do her own thing with the Teen club - and was often back in the cabin after us a night. It was a treat to give her so much independance , within a safe environment.

The crew were superb, nothing was too much trouble. The Island resaurant was where we eat most of the time, the food brilliant and plenty to choose from.

The shows were good and will something for everyone. Roddie Williams tribute act Lee Pashley was very ( excuse the pun ) entertaining. The comedy shows great- especially Jason Wood.

Excursions were costly but the best one we did ,was the Barcelona Cosmopolitan tour. We will definately be returning to Barcelona.

The only down side was that smoking was allowed in two enclosed areas of the ship - The Bounty Bar and The Pub.

After not having to share the air with smoke in public, for over a year , it was indeed not pleasant. I am not anti smoking - it is an individual's choice ( I smoked for over 22 years and have only been a non smoker for nearly the last 3 yrs.)
But i feel smoking should been done in the open , so it does not effect anyone else.

We have already booked for next year on the Island Escape -- so we are hoping that the sistership, although older and slightly smaller , is able to offer us a cruise just as enjoyable as our first.

I/We hope you find this review informative and fair.

H+M ,Isle of Wight
Quality of Food4
island restuarant
Entertainment4
Comedy shows - Jason Wood was excellent
Shore Excursions3
Barcelona was wonderful- but costly
Staff5
All staff really great and helpful
Children's Facilities4
Plenty to do if thay wanted to join in
Onboard Activities4
As much or as little as you wanted
Cabins4
Outside cabin for three, on Bronze deck. Clean, plenty of hanging space and a full window/view.
Overall Rating4
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Opinion: Agree Comment by mcguire, dunfermline fife (26 Aug 08 09:00) about this REVIEW.
hiya good review yes escape is smaller ive done escape 4times star 2 like escape better its maybe older but you get about much better star to big we allways lost our way and yes to all you posh folk i would be no good to your bigger posh ships .i like good holidays as well but island cruises like them for the do as you please thing eat when you want where you want and no set times very frendly staff and crew as well
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Comment by Guy, Cwmbran (26 Aug 08 19:15) about a COMMENT by mcguire (26 Aug 08 09:00)
I agree!!!
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