megndanielle820 Posted March 12, 2023 Report Share Posted March 12, 2023 Has anyone been on Serenade? I know it’s one of the older ships so I was just wanting info from people who have been on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted March 12, 2023 Report Share Posted March 12, 2023 serenade is beautiful; radiance class ships have a lot of glass that allows for natural light. due to her smaller size, the crew really feel like a family and are exceptional. while she may not have the bells and whistles that some of the newer, bigger ships have, she is definitely worth trying if you are more of a low key cruiser. we had a wonderful time just sitting at the pool deck, playing pool in the aft of the ship, and people watching in the centrum. tagging @Neesa as she was just on serenade last november for a more recent experience you can catch up on her liveblog here too: SebagoSue and Neesa 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neesa Posted March 12, 2023 Report Share Posted March 12, 2023 I fell head over heels for Serenade. It was my first smaller ship as we gravitated to the Oasis and Quantum classes. It had an old school feel, just a bit of a slower pace yet there was always something going on. Her public spaces were beautiful, the only tiny downside which I ignored was the cigarette smoke sometimes escaping the casino. I would sail her again and again. I would book traditional dining though it appeared there was always a long line for MTD but it was Thanksgiving week so that might have been the reason. You will love her! SebagoSue, asquared17 and Sweety 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SebagoSue Posted March 12, 2023 Report Share Posted March 12, 2023 Totally agree with everything noted by @asquared17 and @Neesa. Serenade has a much calmer feeling than the newer, larger ships. As long as you know what she has and does not have, you will have a wonderful cruise. The way you can hear music rising through the Centrum and see fellow cruisers listening on 3 decks makes for a special experience. I also love the seating at the aft outside of the Windjammer so you can watch the wake while eating. Sweety, asquared17 and Neesa 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amanalo217 Posted March 12, 2023 Report Share Posted March 12, 2023 I was on in December with some friends who were first time cruisers. We all loved it. Agree with the aft outside Windjammer seating offering some great views. FireFishII, asquared17, SebagoSue and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted March 12, 2023 Report Share Posted March 12, 2023 don't even get me STARTED on the aft balconies our absolute favorite!! (rip my short hair ) FireFishII, SebagoSue and Neesa 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amanalo217 Posted March 12, 2023 Report Share Posted March 12, 2023 Also love the Schooner bar on this class of ship and Vintages great place for a pre-dinner glass of wine or cocktail. SebagoSue and Neesa 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
instaGator Posted March 13, 2023 Report Share Posted March 13, 2023 The Serenade (and all of the Radiance class) is great! The ability to see out to the ocean on this ship is just awesome. Yes, the entertainment is not as nice as Oasis class, and the activities are not as diverse as Quantum class, but for overall cruise experience, it is hard to beat ships like Serenade. Just got off her last week... FireFishII, asquared17, SebagoSue and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser4Life Posted March 13, 2023 Report Share Posted March 13, 2023 A million times agree with everyone. The aft balcony views are amazing, esp with Alaska itineraries… and the Serenade is amazing. FireFishII and Neesa 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steverk Posted March 13, 2023 Report Share Posted March 13, 2023 I recently took Serenade through the Panama Canal. Would love to take her again! I love the promenade (outside with the lifeboats). Schooner bar and viking crown are all great. The revolving bar in the viking crown is very cool FoxboroCruiser 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimeRacer Posted March 13, 2023 Report Share Posted March 13, 2023 I'm going on Serenade for the first time ever in July, and this thread has just made me even more hyped up! My family likes the more laid back pace, which is part of what led us to this ship. Y'all are making me yearn for July! Also, are there any fun little things about Serenade that I should look for? I know sometimes there's some fun artwork in an odd place, so I'm just wondering if it's worth my time to look for these things. If there aren't any, I'd just be the crazy lady roaming around aimlessly. asquared17 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
instaGator Posted March 13, 2023 Report Share Posted March 13, 2023 8 hours ago, TimeRacer said: Also, are there any fun little things about Serenade that I should look for? https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2021/03/10/20-radiance-class-cruise-ship-tips-and-secrets Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SebagoSue Posted March 13, 2023 Report Share Posted March 13, 2023 @TimeRacer Definitely watch the International Flag ceremony on the pool deck. Crew members representing every country onboard wave flags, wear special outfits and do unique dances from their countries. It was awesome to see! Neesa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted March 13, 2023 Report Share Posted March 13, 2023 @TimeRacer definitely make use of the self leveling pool tables!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted March 13, 2023 Report Share Posted March 13, 2023 Serenade of the Seas live blogs: https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/category/category/serenade-of-the-seas-live-blog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EddieC Posted March 14, 2023 Report Share Posted March 14, 2023 We are sailing on Serenade in August and it will be our very first cruise and this thread has made me more excited about the ship that we picked. Thanks for describing all of your experiences on board. Neesa, asquared17 and WAAAYTOOO 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowen Posted March 15, 2023 Report Share Posted March 15, 2023 On 3/12/2023 at 4:23 PM, megndanielle820 said: Has anyone been on Serenade? I know it’s one of the older ships so I was just wanting info from people who have been on it. We went on our years ago, it was a beautiful ship and quite large! I was thinking it might feel small, but no, not at all. Great ship! We’re actually taking the sister ship (Radiance) on a Panama Canal cruise next year and cannot wait. Neesa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatsFanBrian Posted March 15, 2023 Report Share Posted March 15, 2023 There's a ship for everyone. We were on Serenade back in '19. It was our first time on that class of ship. We had a great time. The ship needed some TLC, but still provided plenty of fun. The pool deck screen was not working and there was visible wear and tear in places. Perhaps those have been dealt with in the 3.5 years since we were on her. I missed having a Promenade. But overall we enjoyed it. Radiance class is not my first option going forward, would do it again for the right itinerary. But any ship will do if it means getting away from the real world for a week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowen Posted March 15, 2023 Report Share Posted March 15, 2023 23 minutes ago, PatsFanBrian said: There's a ship for everyone. We were on Serenade back in '19. It was our first time on that class of ship. We had a great time. The ship needed some TLC, but still provided plenty of fun. The pool deck screen was not working and there was visible wear and tear in places. Perhaps those have been dealt with in the 3.5 years since we were on her. I missed having a Promenade. But overall we enjoyed it. Radiance class is not my first option going forward, would do it again for the right itinerary. But any ship will do if it means getting away from the real world for a week. This is a ship with a centrum, right? I haven’t seen one in so long, a few years. I agree it’s not like a promenade, but it’s grand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatsFanBrian Posted March 15, 2023 Report Share Posted March 15, 2023 32 minutes ago, Bowen said: This is a ship with a centrum, right? I haven’t seen one in so long, a few years. I agree it’s not like a promenade, but it’s grand. Correct. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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