Island Escape Reviews
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
we had never cruised before but have since been on a second time on the island escape,you will not be dissapointed.The whole holiday from start to finish was fantastic.The staff are the most welcoming and hard working from the bar staff to the people that make up your rooms.one word of ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
This was my first taste of Cruising, and we were recommended to Island Cruises by our Travel Agent. We started our Holiday on 29/08/06 from Palma, and from the moment we arrived at the Port and enjoyed a compliamentary cocktail till we arrived back in Palma 15 days later we enjoyed ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
i was so happy that i decided to go on a cruise after be in on loads of holidays i really didnt enjoy any as much as the cruise i went on this year. the service was so good its unreal. waiters comin and goin with your drinks, as you never have ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Dear Sirs My wife and I travelled on the refurbished ship Island Escape May 2006 The accomodation was good, the food was good, the service was good, plenty to do on board, the only letdown was the level of entertainment which can only be described as adequate. Perhaps this was due to ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
My parents were both 70 this year and wanted all the family to have a holiday together so they decided on a cruise at the end of August as none of us had tried one before. We ranged in age from 70 to 15 years old and all really enjoyed everything ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
The Island Escape cruise was great fun,the food was very good and the restaurants well staffed. There was always a chice of tasty soups, salads, main courses and sweets to suit even the most "picky" eater.The crew were attentive and friendly without being too "in your face" in fact, you only ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
My friend and I have just returned from a week on the Island Escape, Mediterranean Discovery Tour. The organisation throughout the holiday was excellent. We did four of the excursions, Olbia, Civitivechia for Rome, La Spezia for Florence, Nice and Sete for Carcassonne. All the tours were of a high standard ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
This was the first time we had ever cruised we went on the Meditteranean Spirit cruise on the Island Escape on the 26th Sept 2006.The ship and the cabins were spotlessly clean,there was ample wardrobe space(more than you get in most hotels)The food was excellent a really good variety at every ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Western Europe
Having cruised several times before with different companies we took a last minute cruise round the Med in the summer. We were very pleasantly surprised how relaxing an experience it was on the Escape. There was no requirement for men to wear jackets in the evening and the ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
My husband and myself and two friends had the most fantastic holiday in October of this year. We had seven days aboard the Island Escape. The destinations of Sicily,Naples, Florence, Toulon & Barcelona were marvellous but ........ this ship was FANTASTIC. We could not rate highly enough the staff, ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
This was the 4th time sailing on the Island Escape and have enjoed it each and every time. In fact we have just booked again for 2007 and we are taking my husbands 80 year old mother with us this time. We have been on a more formal ship, but, prefer the ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
My wife and I went on the Island Escape in July from Palma to Messina etc and having been on the Ocean Village were slightly apprehensive. Too informal cruising didnt really appeal to us on Ocean Village and Island cruises offer a similar type deal. Well, we were delighted from the beginning ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
South America
We have just return from a re-position cruise on Island Escape. We flew to Rio and then sailed back to Majorca over three weeks. The ship is very tired and deparetly needs a refit - double glazing leaking so that you could not see out of the windows. ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
just returned from the island escape.We did the med discovery and we had a wonderful time.I have previously sailed with carnival and ncl and the island escape cruise was just as good as ncl and fer better than carnival.The food was good and plenty of it and the cabin was kept ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Budget cruise on a budget ship, never again, dirty plastic cups, and plastic plates, lots of rust,dirty toilets, over worked tired staff, children running about at all hours, up and down in the lifts. Ship well in need of a revamp, I think it has been converted to a cruise ship, very ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
This was our first cruise and we found it to be excellent. Our accomodation was on Diamond deck in an outside cabin. The price was good value for money. It is a well run and organised ship with a wonderful crew and the enternment is very good and varied. The food is ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
I and 2 friends have just returned from a weeks cruise on the Island Escape and can say that we really enjoyed ourselves. The cabins were a little shabby and not really suitable for 3 adults. We did complain mid week and they moved one of our party to another cabin ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
just come back from Island Escape Med Spirit cruise. Had a great time. Ship needs an upgrading but cabin was fine Flamingo deck outside premier.Staff on board fantastic, entertainment, shows etc excellent. Restaurant foof well presented and good value for the money we paiod. Ports of call interesting especially Sicily. ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Myself and my husband are just back from a cruise on the island escape. We have cruised twice before this and after we booked we read some terrible reviws of this ship and we were worried. We were joined by 4 others and we all had booked different cabins on different ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We were on The Venetian Explorer cruise and the itinerary was excellent, crew very friendly and helpful and although the food was good in the buffet restaurant it was a bit like a canteen so we eat in the oasis restaurant most nights, we had a good deal so we ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
I have sailed twice with Island escape mediterean cruise .My 96 year old aunt and I travelled last year 23rd May.To our utter disamy and horror we lost a passenger overboard (found dead the next day off the coast of Italy). So it did have a shadow over it after ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
ive just returned from the island escape 29/05/07 very dissapointed in need of make over island escape not like it used to be entertement good but not much happens round pool side ive done island escape 3times before my cabin very noisy at front of ship cabin 7500 got wakened every ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Cruised on theisland escape from 15th May 2007, 1st cruise for wife and me, absolutely brilliant, no faults at all food brilliant, must try the oasis restaurant at least once, went all inclusive stella on draught, we were never short of entertainment, the captains dancing is something else, he never learned ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Caribbean
Just returned from ISAND ESCAPE 1st Time cruisers 4 in our party. The staff were brilliant especially Romana our Stewardess nothing was any trouble to her. The ship could do with a refurbish but the cleaniness was to be admired. We tried all restaurants and found plenty of variety of good fresh food. ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
my husband and i have just come back from a week on the island escape it was ou first cruise it was absolutely brilliant the food was good we had an outside cabin on aqua deck which was lovely my husband had moaned about going on a cruise since we ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We have just returned from the Discovery trip on the Island Escape. Everything was fantastic on board, we really enjoyed it. Only downside was the very small pool, I had looked forward to swimming but 3 strokes and I was at the other end. The restaurants were all very good but ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Hello All We have just returned from what was my first cruise on the Island Escape with my family of four. Overall I will rate the holiday to be 8/10! Positives were fantastic service from every member of the crew; the entertainment was very good and varied for all tastes from bingo ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
In May this year we had a 7 day cruise on the Island Escape. This was our first cruise. We went to Sardinia, Civitivechia, La Speza, Nice. Menorca and back to Majorca. It was a brilliant experience, the staff on board were wonderful, very friendly. Food was excellent and the entertainment ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
The Island Escape was our first cruise ,everyone from the Captain down were both helpful and entertaining. Particularly our cabin stewardess ,the cabin was always tidy ,clean and the wonderful animal shapes she made to greet us each day were marvellous. My wife was nervous about the sea , but ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
My wife and I have just returned from our first cruise.12/06/07-19/06/07 We went on the Island Escape to Majorca sardinia, citavitcia, la spaza, nice and mahon. The whole cruise was super and we will certainly go again.the ship was great although some areas need freshening up a bit. the staff where all superb noting ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
just returned from cruising on island escape.firstly i would like to thank all the staff on board for their hospitality never have i seen such a friendly workforce...nothing they cant do for you.cabins were always clean and tidy(thanks to akash)we were on the golden deck cabin 9089 only one deck up ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Transatlantic
I have been on many cruises and lots of different cruise lines some very expensive some budget, my first cruise was Island and I still do at least two cruises a year on Island as its so much fun. The staff are brilliant, always loads going on and its hard to ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Hi, we returned on the 3rd July (last week, and wish we were still there). The cruise was fantastic, we only booked the week before and got a real bargain, £299 each plus extra £17 to have the tickets sent to the airport. we hadnt planned the trip so it probably ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
we took our first cruise on the island escape on 5 june this year we did not know what 2 expect what a week great weather wonderful ports and vert accomodating and oblidging staff from carmen in a la ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We have just come back from our first cruise on the Island Escape starting 3rd July for 7 days on the Mediterranean discovery cruise to Palma, Sardinia , Rome, Le Spezia ,Nice and back to Palma. My wife daughter neice and I have just had the best holiday ever. The cabin was great ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We sailed on the Island escape for a fortnigh in June from the 5th -19th, on both the Spirit and Discovery cruise's. This was our first time with Island cruise lines, having cruised twice before on the carnival line. Our first thoughts when we got off the coach and ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
My husband and I were also on this cruise and it was all the more special because it was our honeymoon. We were on Golden deck and whilst our cabin was lovely we had a restricted view due to the lifeboats, but you can live with that! The staff were wonderful and the ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
A terrible experience.Could not wait for it to end.Staff were generally rude and unhelpful.Despite having five children and three cabins,had to change cabins after one week because they were needed for new passengers.Food was cheap and bland. The trips were aimed at sedentary passengers so there was nothing for families with ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Going on our first cruise on the Island Escape on 11th Sept calling at Sardinia,La Speza,Rome,Nice and Mahon confused which trips to go on.Which should we book as organized trip and which to do on our own.Want to do Rome,Pisa and Monte Carlo any tips appreciated ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
This was our first cruise, we read some reviews, but this did not put us off at all, that is the good points and bad, we wanted to judge and experience it ourselves. We wanted a holiday that took us to various destinations, and priced at a level we consider affordable. The ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We went on the Island Escape for our honeymoon and turned out to be the holiday from hell. On arriving, the ship was very dull and drab. The room was not the one we paid for having spent a lot of money for the "perfect" honeymoon destination. The ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Western Europe
Where shall I start! We first booked a high deck (8) outside room only to be told 6 days before we flew that the roome was double booked and we would have to be on deck 4. I suppose the only consilation was that it was still an outside cabin. When ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We were generally very disappointed with the shabby state of the ship and won't use it again, as there are many much better ships around. Having previously been on a purpose built cruise ship then you realise that Island Escape is a poorly converted 26+ year old ferry that compromises in lots ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Have just returned from Island Escape and it was fabulous, ship superb,crew superb,food amazing, entertainment tremendous, first time on a cruise will definately go again. Only gripe was that people did save sunbeds and I didnt see any one remove towels from sunbeds that were unoccupied for some time. Ahgelina looked ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Have just returned from a 1 week cruise on Island Escape. We could find nothing wrong wth this cruise at all. The staff were happy and sociable. The food was very good and well presented. You just did not know what to eat as it all was very tempting and ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
just back from a great stay and cruise holiday the island escape at first we were dissapointed with the size of our cabin and balcony compared to the ocean village. however the friendly staff and the food certainly made up for this they couldnt have made you feel any more welcome ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Had a great first cruise. Booked a month before departure. Cabins on Golden deck. Excellent food, lots of choice. Staff vey friendly and helpful. Organised trips expensive, well worth going to Etna and Pompei however didnt feel we had enough time in Sorrento. Good train service to Pisa, made our own ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Just returned from our honeymoon on the Island Escape Mediterranean Spirit Cruise. I must say it was absolutely amazing. We were escorted to our room on the flamingo deck on the 8th floor to find a bottle of champagne chilling on ice with a message from the captain congratulating us and ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We sailed in August 2007 for a two week Med cruise. Overall we enjoyed the holiday but there are several aspects of the ship and service that could greatly be improved. Personally I would only recommend it for a cheap one week break, rather than a main 2 week holiday. ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
I TRAVELLED WITH A LARGE PARTY ON THE ISLAND ESCAPE IN SEPTEMBER TO THE MEDITERRANEAN.THIS WAS OUR FIRST CRUISE WITH ISLAND CRUISES.WE ENJOYED OUR HOLIDAY BUT FELT THAT THE STANDARD SUFFERED IN COMPARISON TO OUR PREVIOUS CRUISES. THE MAIN AREA OF DISAPPOINTMENT WAS IN THE EVENING DINING ARRANGEMENTS.THE ISLAND RESTAURANT WAS ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Me and my Partner took a cruise on the Island Escape and we boarded on the 25th September 2007, we had a cruise and stay so had a Hotel in Majorca when we came back to Port. The Cruise, Staff, Ship, Food, were absolutely Brilliant, and the cleanliness was amazing. I ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
After being on more upmarket cruises we expected a lot less for the money paid. We realised from the information sent to us that only the Oasis had waiter service. The food and attention from the staff in the island restaurant was excellent.We tried the Beachcomer only once. Cabin staff were always ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
My wife and i had never been on a cruise before so did not know what to expect.We can honestly say that our holiday on the Island Escape was by far the best holiday we have ever had.The Food was good the entertainment was good, and all the staff from the ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
This was the first time crusing for myself any my great Aunt. First impressions were the cabins were a bit tired and needing updating (which were were told was being done at the end of the season). This was soon put to the back of our minds. The crew were so ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Once again we have returned from sailing on the island escape this time we introduce 2 more couples to cruising overall the cruise was very good but i think the ship need a little bit of TLC and needs a refit asap the biggest disappointment was the standard of cooking utensils ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
fantastic holiday never cruised before, just returned. our 13 year old daughter didn't want to come home (nor did we) teen club offered activities that were safe but enjoyable allowing daughter a degree of independence. Food was plentiful and of quality with choice of different restaurants enable to pop in for ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Having just returned from a weeks med cruise aboard the island escape, I felt the need to write a review. We travelled as a family of 6 with our 4 children in 2 midship cabins on deck 5. To say the ship needs updating is an understatement. Shabby would be a good ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Transatlantic
After a comfortable flight the bus journey to the port from San Paulo is not for the faint hearted,maybe a blindfold or sedative is in order. The wait at the port terminal was long and uncomfortable. Once on board the holiday leapt into gear, good service by the room stewards,plenty of activities, ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
just returned from cruise very disappionted with every thing about it cabin very grubby entertainment ok food ok but never hot painting being done as we were eating repairs being done staff very good thats the only good thing i can say i said its apoor ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We went on a med cruise for our honeymoon on the island escape on 28th Aug, we found it fantastic, so relaxed, food delicious, staff were excellent could not do enough for you, cabins were perfect always kept clean, entertainment very good a variety for everybody, would definately recommend. Will be ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
This was our first cruise and we did no know what to expect or what to take to wear. We looked at the reviews and it gave us an idea of what to expect and most importantly what to take. This was a great help and it is such ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We sailed on the Island Escape on golden deck from 9th-23rd October 2007. This was our first cruise so have no comparison. The ship itself was very clean but was in dire need of a major overhaul as it looked tired and shabby. The food was generally very good with lots of ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We have just returned from 2 week cruise Eastern Med.and having had varying reports of this ship went with open mind. We were very pleasantly surprised and very much appreciated the friendliness of the ship and the homeliness experienced. The captain really showed customer care (never experienced before on any cruise)in the ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
I am a single male I had a cruise in April for 11 nights and it was great it was around the Caribbean Idesided when I came home I would try another and went around the med and found that was just as excited the ships crew was very helpful on ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We went on our first cruise on Island Escape and found that it was fully upto what we expected. In fact we so enjoyed the experience that we lost no time in booking for another cruise in October 2008. You could say that this year was only a taster but we ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Very disappointed with shabby Island Escape. Requested midships - double bed; but placed in grubby twin right at the front of ship, the roughest place to be! But of course we were advised that we should have PAID AN EXTRA £30 to get the right cabin! Constant banging kept ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
just been on the island escape for a week, not the best cruise ship thought we'd try an informal cruise for a change NOT again, cabins were a disgrace definately need a make over!! was all inculsive what a rip off the only drink i drink and i had to pay ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We travelled on the Island Escape August 07 i was not looking forward to it at all as it was my first cruise . In one it was fantastic , the food was plentiful and yummy too.The rooms were great and spacious we were on the emerald deck We never saw our 12 ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
South America
We were on the Pal ma to Rio (Brazil) cruise. The ship is not the best in the world but it is 3 star and we thought it was good value for money.(If you want 5 star then expect to pay for it) The main problem on board was that the ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Transatlantic
I read a few reviews about this ship after I had booked the cruise. To be honest I wondered what I had let myself in for. But from the minute my husband and I arrived at Palma and saw the ship lit up ready to sail any doubts dispersed. ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
In August 2007 we went on the Island Escape for the 2nd time. We couldn't fault the cleanliness and service that was provided and had a very enjoyable holiday. The captain was very friendly and joined in with visitors. We do feel that the ship is now due ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Transatlantic
For a one time car ferry the Island Escape surprised us. Yes it needs an update but refurbishment is planned for 2008. Meanwhile the care and service attention provided by ALL the crew out-performed many of the larger ships we've sailed on. The food was varied, plentiful and constantly monitored. ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
This was our first cruise and so have nothing to compare it by. The ship was a bit tired looking but was kept very clean, our cabin was cleaned twice a day which is more than in a hotel room. We travelled with two teenagers ages 13 and 15 ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
For the first time my wife and myself cruised on the Island Escape to celebrate her 65th birthday; I had my reservations concerning the ship but at the time it was the only one that would be cruising on her birthday'date.When I booked I was told by the agent that it ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We went on a 7 day cruise aboard Island Escape organised by Travelscope.This was our first experience of cruising and we were surprised at how the crew put themselves out to ensure that we had a good time. It was nice to be able to have what you required at any ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Having been on Royal Caribbeanâs big ships before we were concerned about going on a smaller vessel but on arrival in Palma we were quite surprised t how big the Island Escape was. So first impressions were good, the port side check in was quick and efficient and we were soon on ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
In October we went on our third Island Escape Escape cruise in eighteen months. During this time we have also been on a 14 day Celebrity Cruise on the Millenium. Value for money the Island Cruises are great, food is great, ports of call are good, cabins are as good as ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Oh what a dilemna,we have been on cruises with various cruiselines ,from the cheap and cheery to the posh ones ,guess what?they are all equal!The food ,service ,ports of call,you are really treated like a king!Our dilemna now is what type of holiday can we take to get the same value ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
thought we would try island again, as it was hassle free last year, good service and friendly. this time we decided on the island escape, slightly disappointed, as this ship is showing its age. although service is good, decor and general condition is poor. the beachcomber restuarant is best avoided, as there is ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
South America
Island Escape Transatlantic Cruise Palma Majorca - Rio, Brazil Prior to this cruise, I was a bit worried what the trip would be like. I need not have worried as the Island Escape is a fun and friendly experiance. Traveling solo was also a worry but I made a lot of ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
we sailed on the island escape on april 3rd 2007 and we had a great time. have previously sailed with carnival and ncl and since with royal caribbean and island cruises were just as good. service was excellent as was the food ,the only difference from the other cruise lines was ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
My family and I decided to try a cruise on Island Escape in the summer of 2006. A great time was had by all with a variety of destinations and excellent food. The excursion to Rome was particulary good as the guide was excellent and kept the childrens interest throughout. The ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
After our Travel Agents suggested a cruise at the last minute we went on the Island Escape - Med Discovery Cruise on 3rd July 2007. Not sure what to expect we usually opt for 3/4 star all inclusive hotels. Everything went fine on our journey from Humberside even the ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
cruised on the Island Escape . It was excellent all of it, the food the Med cruise, the enterainment, the crew were fab. I highly reccomend Island cruises. Having read quite a few bad reviews I was a little nervous because I had never cruised before. The Cabins were fine for our ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We sailed in May 2007 onboard the Island Escape. We are a family of 4 with children aged 12 and 10. Our experience was a very positive one and we have booked again for this year. Our ship sailed out of Palma on the Mediterranean Discovery itinerary. We found our cabin to be ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Myself and my husband traveled on the Island Escape in October 2007. I have previously sailed on the Carousel, the Van gogh, the Funchal, Black Prince. All of these had set dinners and were on the more formal side of cruising with regards to set meal times and dress ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
In August 2006, I was rather reluctantly persuaded by my family to try a week's cruise around the Med. I simply did not believe it would be for me. Well, I could not have been more mistaken! We picked the Island Escape not least because she sailed out of Palma ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
My wife and I went on our first cruise in october last year to celebrate our 25th Wedding Anniversary and I don't think I could go on another beach holiday!We were advised by our travel agent to try Island cruises as this was our first cruise and we did not want ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Went on Island Escape with my sister and having been on Ocean Village twice and Thomson Spiritonce, was a little disapointed with it. The first cabin was pretty disgusting, the shower wouldnt work and the toilet was really bad, so we asked for another cabin which took ages to arrange and ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Transatlantic
my husband and I went on a transatlantic cruise on the ship Island Escape! we choose this ship as we had been on previous cruises around the Med,.therefore we were very happy with the service nothing was too much trouble for any one person, the entertainment was brilliant, plenty of choice ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
My friend and I decided upon a trip on the Island Escape for our first cruise experience. We had an inside twin cabin which we found adequate and comfortable. We didn't experience any shore excursions but found it very easy to find our own way around offshore with a little planning ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
This was our second time cruising on the Island Escape. The first time was magical and we were all were spoilt rotten by the service provided by the staff. They always had a smile and nothing was too much trouble! This cruise line is ideal for families who want a relaxed, casual ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
What can i say, what a value for money trip, we could not fault any of the holiday from the pick up from the airport were your bags are taken, the last time you see them untill they are outside your room. The food was amazing, the staff were so polite, ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Compared with our previous cruises on Cunard, Saga and Discovery we enjoyed good value and an interesting itinerary. The food and wines were excellent and our small cabin was better than we had expected. The low points were the outward journey with less legroom than on previous Boeing 757 flights and ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
Island Escape Mediterranean Spirit Itinery, MESSINA,NAPLES,LIVORNO,TOULON AND BARCELONA. This is the 2nd time we have been on an Island Cruise and on both occasions we have had a fantastic time,from the moment you step on the ship you feel totally relaxed. The cabin was clean and tidy and well presented. Nicolay who cleaned our ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
From the time we boarded to disembarkation the Ship, Crew, Staff, Food and Service could not be faulted, The Program was very good and varied with many Exciting places to visit, Such as Nice, Rome, Naples, Pompei, Sorrento, Dubrovnik, Venice, Split and Mount Etna/Taormina Sicily some of which we will go ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
fantastic holiday! discounted price as not peek season so good value for money. Great food. Great itinary options. well organised. nice clean cabins. friendly,helpful staff. fantastic evening entertainment. would definately cruise again and recommend it to others. Island cruises,laid back,casual atmosphere,perfect for first timeers. areas for improvement? well..non smokers may find some areas not available to them on the boat as bars ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
We had a wonderful time on the Island Escape. It is a very long time since our last cruise (Mid 70s) and we were not sure what to expect. However, we needn't have worried as we had a simply fantastic time. The only downside -it went too quickly, we enjoyed ourselves ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Pacific
As our first cruise we found it well organised and good value for money. There was two OAPs and two in 20s. It catered for us all. The 24 hour food was brilliant, entertainment most nights was good. Choose the off sight tours carefully as some were ...More
Island Cruises,
Island Escape,
Mediterranean
The ship was a little old but well looked after. The arrival and departure were both very well organised and the crew were extremely helpful and friendly. The flight was a typical charter out of Manchester and the transfers well organised. The itinery was great, visiting some classic and interesting ports, though ...More