Margaritaville at Sea Islander Cruise Ship 2024 | Our Honest Full Review | The Good, Bad & Ugly

[@raymondbeyrle5561]

Took the inaugural cruise a few weeks ago. Definitely wasn't ready for passengers. I was reassigned a different suite, much smaller but a larger balcony (barely used it). WiFi was trash. Sail cards weren't functioning properly. Staff was amazing! Entertainment was fun with line dancing lessons and activities throughout the day

[@rjsams001]

The "supposed to look like Margarita" in the pool is ridiculous. But that was probably copper. We had an inground pool at our house in Arkansas, and we had a really hot summer where the water was evaporating fast. We ended up with a high concentration of copper in our pool water, which turned the pool water green. There was a special chemical we had to put in the water that dropped the copper to the bottom of the pool, where we could vacuum it up. I'm guessing pool staff did that overnight.

[@stephaniem839]

I don’t know about the pool, but the green was the first thing I noticed. I bet they got a lot of questions and complaints. I was shocked about the ship though. It looks awesome! I wasn’t expecting that. 😂😂

[@DavidPaigeMusic]

Hey guys! As a lounge musician on cruise ships, I just want to say thank you!! Thank you for being the ONLY cruise ship KZbinrs that I've ever seen to spend a moment highlighting the live music on ships! I'm sure the musicians would love to know that they were highlighted here too! This is going to be our next ship in October, so we are really excited watching this video!

[@JJCruise]

Thanks for the great live music onboard! 🙌🏽🥳

[@jodietimheitz9066]

My wife and I were taking about this while watching the video, and I think we know where the issues lie, the Operations Department! It’s one thing to be a “new” cruiseline that now only has two ships, but that’s where the importance of having experienced and knowledgeable people come in to play. For starters, hire a tech team to deal with creating the app and installing the Wi-Fi onboard. Then hire an awesome chef to create the buffet items and all menus. I could go on and on but I think you get the drift. I have only been in the restaurant industry for 32 years but what do I know. We sailed the Margaritaville at Sea in 2022 for their inaugural one day sailing and met some content creators onboard who agreed with our opinions of the ship at the time and we had referred to it as the “Winn Dixie of the Seas” due to the transformation. I do think the Islander is a beautiful ship and does represent what the brand is trying to do, I only wish they could get a ship from scratch to fully implement everything they want to do. Keep up the great work Jared and Jordan! 🙏🙏🙏

[@JennyCruiseCommander]

I was thinking the inside of the pool was painted green instead of blue to assure that people walking in the very shallow blue pool area would see when they are close to the deep section - and not accidentally step into it thinking it’s shallow. Having two different colors for that safety reason makes sense.

[@mikesozio85]

I was on the June 18 cruise and I think your review was spot on. The one thing I would add, since you didn’t actually taste the buffet food, is that it most of the food was cold. And the Fins complementary dining room was just okay. For breakfast, the Fins only had a buffet that was also cold. And it wasn’t open for lunch even on sea days. So if you don’t upgrade to the Islander restaurant, the food is an issue.

[@karentillma7293]

I asked about the color of the pool. I was told by the CEO that they chose green for the color of paint on the bottom to make it look like a margarita. Several of us told him we thought that was a mistake because it made the water look dirty.

[@whobdis77]

Having the 'paper' schedule really isn't that long ago. My wife hates everything being on the app..and really many want to get AWAY from the internet on these trips

[@seattlexb79]

OMG your new intro is sooo 💕💕!

[@JJCruise]

Thank you so much!

[@AngieRTaylor]

Thank you for the SUITE review - If we were to book this cruise, we would ONLY do a suite, so I truly appreciate you guys reviewing this. I think that there is a suite that is one level higher and includes an in room bar - I’m sure that one comes at a hefty price😊.

[@teniahawkinssimon7099]

I am ready to cruise with Margaritaville at Sea after your review. I loved your enthusiasm and your energy. You were very honest without complaining...job well done! 😀

[@JJCruise]

Thanks for watching and your kind words!

[@CarolMortensen-e2b]

The suite is gorgeous. A vast difference from the first Margaritaville ship's state rooms as I've seen on other blogs. It seems like a whole different cruise company. Great video, guys. Thanks.

[@CarolMortensen-e2b]

That 1952 neon green Chevy is really cool. My aunt had a black and white 1952 Chevy in 1959 when I was 5 years old. Fun video. Thanks.

[@chickieskripko5170]

I'm booked and encouraged that by my 6 day February cruise they will have worked out the kinks.

[@calebnation6155]

I'm pretty excited to go on this ship, I know they're not super high end but they partnered with a 3rd party company to offer insane deals to first responders which is allowing me to take my mom on a 5 night cruise for around $500 total. Sure we "just" have an interior cabin but still.

[@MrsConner71502]

How was it? Did you go on the cruise yet? I am a first responder & just learned about this.

[@ksessa1010]

Good Job guys. Everything is totally fixable and I am sure will be. BTW Royal has some older ships still in the fleet. We have done Margaritaville from Palm Beach and also the buffet was not great. Thanks for sharing.

[@cydneystephen2814]

Hey JJ. Great review. Thanks so much. I expected a reasonable experience as this is a Costa ship to refurbish to give a Margaritaville flow. You are not the 1st I’ve heard say the burgers better than Carnivals Guys. Balcony and hard mattresses seems to be common. As well as accessibility and not enough poolside loungers. You’re the 1st to mention no lifeguards. Same of the buffet and the bartenders seemed new. I was wondering about the green pool. Omg. Days later clear ? That’s disturbing. This seems like a could try. Again thanks so much 🤗

[@michaelirvin2079]

Hello Jared and Jordan, hope all is well. Loved the review and seems like there is much updating and improvement still needed. I think that the cruise line should ask guest who have sailed on the paradise and the islander what there suggestions would be to move forward on improvements. As always great review , I'm not ready for this ship and green pool water just yet,

[@JJCruise]

They have definitely done this with Paradise and improved greatly with Islander. We are excited for the future as we believe they are trying to be competitive in the mainstream market!

[@nancylaird-burris6942]

Thank you for another informative video. I have looked at Margaritaville and your video helped a lot. I was on the Princess 32 day cruise in April 2024 and they did not have a lifeguard at any of the 4 pools, not a single time. There were only a couple of kiddos on the ship but the seniors might have a medical issue and need help. Thanks again for all you do to keep us informed.

[@skeletor9121]

Have to agree as on my last 3 cruises on Celebrity, I saw zero lifeguards. If they were there, they weren’t very obvious to me or my friends.

[@TravelingwithTinkerbell]

Love the intro guys ❤

[@JJCruise]

Thank you!

[@heatherdelacruzstevens3260]

WOW! I really, really like your new intro!!!! 😎😎

[@JJCruise]

Thank you!! 🥰🥳

[@pickypants9696]

I loved your review but was really puzzled by why you'd choose to book a suite on a new cruise ship that also included exclusive dining and cabin attendants. While it was fun to see, I think the vast majority of your viewers won't be booking suites and would have liked to hear and see your experience in a regular Oceanview or balcony cabin, with the normal steward and MDR experience. That just seems way more realistic. It would have been lovely if you wanted to cover a suite experience on the ship in the future, but a regular overall cruiser experience would have been much more informative. 😊

[@JJCruise]

Besides the in room experience (which we hear was very similar with just less space) we did experience the same things as everyone else. We ate in the same buffet, MDR (and upstairs), went to same shows, same activities, same casino, same pools, same bars and restaurants… this was not a suite experience like that of MSC or NCL where you are in a ship within a ship. This was more of you have a bigger cabin with access to the upstairs of the MDR and have a few additional perks when it comes to Embarkation and Disembarkation. We also had the same one stateroom attendant that everyone else had, no butler if that was misunderstood. ☺️ If anything, we were able to understand more than usual about the options onboard and if a Suite is really worth it. 😉

[@pickypants9696]

@@JJCruise Fair enough. ☺️ I will say, I don't think a steward whose assigned to a regular room is necessarily going to be at the same service level as someone who's assigned to suites. I think from a cruise lines perspective, they are going to assign the cream of the crop, have less rooms to manage and expect customers to be given top shelf service, very attentive service. That's only natural. I mean the customer's paying a significantly higher price. That's not a slight towards any other hard working cabin stewards taking care of non-suite class rooms, but they're only human and if you have to juggle a lot more rooms and guests, there's no way you can provide the same level of service. It does look like a great value for the cost (standard cabin), except the very underwhelming buffet. But hey, something has to give for that price! ✌️😂

[@MsQuietstorm79]

Seems like most of the vloggers had suites when most don't normally, so maybe it was a perk Margaritaville gave to vloggers?

[@JJCruise]

@@MsQuietstorm79 we weren’t connected to the Cruise Line at all. We went through the Casino 🎰 as did a few other bloggers we knew. ☺️

[@MsQuietstorm79]

@@JJCruise OH ok, makes sense. I just saw a few other vloggers that had the same type room and some sort of "vloggers" special bands 😁

[@JoyceCocke]

Your video has me considering this cruise ship. The decor has a very festive feel.

[@teresaleatherow9015]

I really appreciate your review, thanks so much! We are booked for 11/9. Celebrating hubby's 60th BD. We booked a balcony. I only placed $100 deposit as I saw all the reviews for the Paradise. This ship looks so much better. The things you mentioned that were bad, I don't think will bother us too much. Besides the may quite possibly work out many of those by November. We are looking forward to it!

[@LlamaBobby]

The pool reminds me of what use to be at Animal Kingdom Lodge. They had it look green to look like a natural water feature in the Serengeti, but people were so turned off by this they drained and repainted it to be a more normal pool. Although if the water truly is gross, well, that’s something else entirely lol

[@janiceandrandyp.2614]

Thanks for the great review! We have been on Margaritaville at Sea Paradise twice and enjoyed both cruises! Great value for money and entertainment! We are getting on the Islander next week and cannot wait. Will definitely try the pizza and cheeseburger thanks to your review and hope the pools are blue, not green!! Love you guys, thanks again!

[@JJCruise]

Thanks for watching and have a wonderful cruise!! 🥳

[@nydiagarciapr-unedited]

Us too!

[@tonjahenson5296]

I love the new intro and JJ Cruise ❤

[@JJCruise]

Aww thanks Tonja! 🤗

[@dwayneard5997]

Thank you so much for the info.... Mr Dilly Loves you guys.. I have done over 40 cruises and I'm a huge Jimmy Buffett fan.!! I tried to contact customer service numerous times to get information about the Islander cruise... nobody even knew who Jimmy Buffett was.. I was very disappointed that they couldn't give me any information about what goes on on the cruise ship... like Ping Pong and karaoke two things that I love to do being a musician myself, customer service on the phone is very very lacking and disappointing I learned more in the last 30 minutes listening to you guys and I have after numerous phone calls to Margaritaville customer service thank you so much for that do you happen to remember if they had ping pong and of course I'm sure they had karaoke.... I am looking forward to booking a cruise now with Islander of the sea totally based on your review add Mr Dilly will continue to follow you guys in the future... thank you so much again for that Awesome review !! 👍 🎸 🙏😎❤️

[@JJCruise]

Thanks so much for watching! They did have karaoke almost every night. Ping pong may have been in the teens club but we can’t recall if we saw it or not. 😅

[@ubtravel]

I'm glad you mentioned the water in the pool, cause I was wondering. Great video and very detailed!

[@simplyaj4006]

Hi JJC❤❤ Im loving the new introduction! I just got back from my 7 day Alaskan Cruise..on Quantum I had an awesome time..😊Happy Cruising!

[@JJCruise]

So happy to hear!! 🥳

[@phrewilly8556]

Great review guys! We just got off the June 18th-23rd sailing and loved it as well. The JWB Steakhouse was excellent, and we ate there twice! I was told many of the room stewards came from Viking, a higher end cruise line so that may be why they were so great. Only issue we had was being charged for things that fell within the offer they gave us such as Spa credits and a Steakhouse credit. They also double dipped on gratuity as we bought the drink package but still got hit with the 18% service charge per drink. Looking forward to sail again!

[@JJCruise]

Thanks for sharing your experience with us! So glad you had a great time! 🥳

[@phrewilly8556]

@@JJCruise I heard through the "Grapevine" they are going to add 4 new ships! Have y'all heard anything??

[@nicolecorsillo]

I love the intro!!!! Thanks for your review! Y’all always do a fantastic job!! 👏😁♥️

[@cruisecrazy7066]

Hey guys....I LIKE the paper schedules. (I am an old guy)

[@jlorino1066]

Thank you so much for addressing accessibility!!!!

[@QueenLoriDiss]

Love your new intro!

[@JJCruise]

Thank you!! 🤗

[@cindyonyoutube]

Yikers! You guys are braver than me, I wouldn't be getting into a green pool! Glad you've had no side effects!

[@JJCruise]

We definitely got lucky 🍀

[@RobStevens64]

A Disney resort had a pool that color once, was supposed to look like a natural pool. Same situation … guests were grossed out and complained and Disney re-tiled the pool to be blue instead of green.

[@amybrock2592]

Oo, surprise, a new intro! I think I like it. :) I hope the embarkation in particular is improved. For those who paid extra to have priority boarding would be pretty mad if your experience is the norm. I appreciate your points are fair and that you give them the benefit of the doubt as this was the maiden voyage and they'll be working the kinks out. I'd definitely try this ship out; not my first choice but there are enough "pros" to outweigh the "cons".

[@JJCruise]

Absolutely! We know they are conscious of their image and want to do better. That is now proven in actions with this “new” ship! So glad you liked the new intro! 🥳

[@markcrowell2727]

We have been sceptical about their first ship. After your review, this is two channels now that have highly recommended the Islander! We can't wait to go on it!

[@JJCruise]

Night and Day difference from the reviews we heard from Paradise… still a budget cruise line, but we believe for the overall price the value is great!

[@Supermoni22]

This new intro is everything, guys!! ❤😊

[@JJCruise]

Aww thank you!! 🤗

[@harrismagoonstunes107]

AHA!!!!! I knew I recognized Jay in the club on a previous video! Those are his break dancing moves! I’ve really enjoyed this series! Great job!

[@Steve_in_NJ]

Yup! I watched Jay's KZbin video before JJ's and he did film his dancing. Also did that on the sail away party.

[@JJCruise]

Yes! We were on the same sailing ☺️

[@Shameka614]

This is the best review I have came across most of the other bloggers that were on board with you their videos with just meh

[@JJCruise]

Thank you so much for your kind feedback! 🥳

[@notinterested6343]

Thank you for your honest review!! I live close to the port in Tampa. We will definitely give this ship a try

[@LaurieAckerman-i5d]

Thanks for a great video about the Islander. We're only 20 minutes from Port of Tampa, happy to see different ports of call and longer cruises. Really liked your suite. Have to give them a try.

[@JJCruise]

Thanks for watching!

[@multifacetedshaye6657]

Hi Thank you for the review. I am new to your channel. Subscribed ❤Do you guys ever do a QandA live?

[@michellebowen4317]

Thanks for a great review! We live right outside of Tampa and we are sailing next month on her! Looking forward to seeing a Christmas time sailing with them!

[@mharris4926]

We are cruising in 34 days - thanks for the tour - yipee😊

[@JJCruise]

Enjoy your cruise!

[@beachymamaadventures]

Ooh love the new intro!

[@JJCruise]

Thank you!! 🤗

[@pamcurtisdavey712]

I got hungry and thirsty watching this. Love u both

[@JJCruise]

Thanks for watching! Hope a delicious meal is soon on the horizon!

[@michaelbertolone5758]

I think it was a maiden voyage. They were all on their game. Who knows if they’ll stay like that and as a budget cruise.😮😮😮😮

[@JJCruise]

In our experience, Maidens are typically more rocky because crew don’t know the ropes yet including where things are or new menus. We believe they will only improve from here ☺️

[@Cruisingonabudget]

I really do honestly want to get on this ship! Thanks for the excellent review!!

[@JJCruise]

We hope you find a time to go! 🥳

[@paulabarnes-wg5mg]

Thank you feel better about booking this cruise.

[@gburgan]

Thanks, guys. Cruise prices are getting a bit cray-cray. Was wondering if MAS would be worth the $. Looks like a "yes" as long as one keeps their expectations in check.

[@JJCruise]

Perfectly worded! Yes! 👏🏽

[@anthonyblair8880]

Thinking of doing one around Christmas! We shall see😂. Thanks for the overview.

[@vphinizy]

Do they offer beach excursions in Cozumel? Thanks in advance

[@WaldoRealtors]

Thank you for this review. We go July 26th

[@JJCruise]

Have a wonderful cruise!

[@blaster-zy7xx]

I want to go next year when they open Belize and the Cayman Islands. I have head horror stories about this line; but that was from the older smaller east coast ship. This “new” ship is supposed to be much better and I’m hoping for a good experience then. Would love to hear how your trip goes.

[@andreaharris4683]

How was it

[@broughstewart7220]

Fair assessment of Margaritaville cruise, thanks!

[@JJCruise]

Thanks for watching! 🥳

[@Shameka614]

I like the new intro/Song

[@JJCruise]

Yay!! We are so glad you like it! 🥳

[@radioabi88]

Thank you for caring about accessibility! ❤

[@MCGSONTHESEAS]

How did you feel about the almost non-existent gym? Do you think that will be expanded, particularly when they start the 6 and 7 day sailings?

[@JJCruise]

We didn’t mind it as most smaller, older ships have smaller gyms as well. It could be improved in the future, but for their brand it shouldn’t be their focal point. ☺️

[@williamwatson689]

We had a green pool on Symphony of the Seas for a couple of days. Pools are difficult to maintain. Margaretaville ownership is sound, and the company will continue to grow.

[@chedrick910]

$100 per person a night ? I’ve booked a Deluxe OV room on Carnival for $600 for 7 days . No deals . It was actually my first cruise in 33 years

[@martinejoseph5266]

Cool new intro... Thank you for the review.

[@JJCruise]

So glad you like it! ❤️

[@nitab1971]

I'm from SW FL, and appreciate the review!!

[@JJCruise]

So happy to hear! 🥳

[@loeschzone6876]

SW Floridan as well. Glad to see this review. I am also a teacher so I can get this for free ( other than taxes and port fees)

[@caleblloyd1734]

That green water was more than likely the sea water from Tampa unfiltered.

[@JJCruise]

😅

[@joanclare9788]

I do live in Tampa but haven’t cruised out of here because of the level of ships. I’m only on cruise #25 You might have changed my mind! Better than Guys burgers is a BIG statement. YUM!

[@beccaone1328]

Thank you so much for this. I have NEVER been on a cruise and my sister said to start me off this might be the best way. It was this or the Carnival Paradise, so Any Suggestions anyone ould share I would greatly appreciate 😊. Now I seen that most rooms say sleep 4 but How? Does the couch pull out to a bed? Thank you for any suggestions or advice oh and answers, Lol. I AM SO READY FOR MY 1ST CRUISE🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@mrlogboy]

Great review I loved watching your live from the ship. Can tell you’re very tech savvy nerds like me. And that kind of is an issue or the issue?Lolol there is a small chunk of people that go cruising that want to remove Tech from cruising. They want it the way you described and you negative is the main reason why someone would go on the ship. Since it is one ship I could see them staying this way for the majority that want it like 2 decades ago lol. Keep up the amazing work you doo

[@richarddeason1845]

I feel this ship will grow in business and carnival and Royal Caribbean should watch out It’s nice to have different cruise line for short or long trips

[@carljohnson6434]

I like the new intro!

[@JJCruise]

Thanks Carl!

[@robertb7864]

My first notice was the green water in the pool, AND you swimming in it. How was debarkation?? Was it organized?

[@JJCruise]

We had an easy debarkation, but heard others had a long wait. This will get better with more practice as it was their first sailing, but definitely a perk to have priority debarkation if you can get it. ☺️

[@worshipgeek]

Bad bar service seems like a major miss for the Margaritaville branding! I'm sure the drinking is why many people might choose this line. Let's hope the issue is just one of training and things will get better soon. BTW, my wife and I are loyal Grandeur sailors from way back when she sailed out of Baltimore. We haven't been on her in a long time, and were thinking about going out on her again now that she's in Tampa. It seems like maybe we need to give Islander a chance first. Hey, with those price differentials, it could end up being our very first time sailing in a suite! Thanks for the great review, guys.

[@blaster-zy7xx]

We want to go next year when they open the Cayman Islands and Belize. I hope they get the kinks worked out by then. Looks like a fun ship. We are tiki bar kind of people, so hoping for a nice trip next year.

[@jackiefacinelli2531]

Thank you this is so helpful. We booked a terrace room for 5 nights out of Tampa in August. Can’t wait!

[@JJCruise]

Enjoy your cruise!!

[@SherenaWalters]

I live in the Tampa Bay Area. But I prefer Port Canaveral due to them having larger ships 🚢 However your review was very insightful , and Awesome 😊😊I'm going to book a cruise soon on Margaritaville. Thank you 🎉🎉😊

[@The_NancyDee]

Love the new intro, but glad to hear the same outro since I like hearing your voices! "Instead of antique-y it felt very tiki!" 😂 🤣 Nice GBU ship review!

[@JJCruise]

Thanks Nancy! Jared can’t get the new intro out of his head which we think is a good thing 😅

[@grannyoffive1313]

Great review… Will share it with my sister who lives in Tampa… Thank you🚢

[@schoat333]

I like the idea of not having loungers around the pool. Keeps that area cleaner. Let face it, those chairs are just towel holders when around the pool anyways.

[@tx2jbh81]

Hey guys, great video. My 👰🏻 and I are leaving tomorrow from Central Texas to fly into Tampa to board a MargaritaVille cruise. My foXX is a travel agent so we/HER got a balcony room for $40 each. We’re frequent floaters and this is our first MargaritaVille cruise. Fingers crossed 🤞🏻 hoping for the best. If I can remember I’ll leave a review on your channel. Christ or CHAOS -Frank

[@teethankyoutee6041]

Thank you. I'm going on it in February 2025 😊

[@RJHadleyFlorida]

due to your reviews I'll consider bringing my "never been on a cruise" partner to experience the joy of cruising

[@JJCruise]

Expectations are everything! We believe this is a great starter cruise ship for friends as there is a smaller investment for friends with any budget. That said, it is a budget cruise line so don’t expect a premium experience 😉

[@RJHadleyFlorida]

@@JJCruise FYI I did work for Crystal Cruises years ago and been on cruises from Princess to RC and Celebrity.

[@msdimplesallnatural4270]

Drink package...is it worth it or buy individually?

[@JJCruise]

We didn’t have it, but wish we did as the drinks are not cheap… 5-6 drinks/day would make the drink package worth it. ☺️

[@jayoneill1533]

Great new intro guys, very professional looking. The theatre shows looked terrific but the loud band next to guest relations was really bad, I don’t need to be entertained every minute I’m on board.

[@JJCruise]

Yeah, we feel bad for those GS crew! So glad you love the new intro! 🥳

[@susanb4482]

Very informative video…looks like a good option for Tampa shorter cruises… Also have you heard anything on Villa Vie…doesn’t look like they have set sail yet…are you still scheduled to sail on her????

[@JJCruise]

We definitely would agree that she is a good option for a more modern looking ship sailing out of Tampa. ☺️ Villa Vie Update Coming Soon!

[@braxtaplock3337]

16:46 As a regular cruiser myself, the cleared deck is adequate for walkers or attentive parents since those in the pool...aren't lounging in their chairs as sun bathers would out from under the retractable roof. Been on Spirit Class enough to realize the pool deck is flooded with empty chairs holding towels most likely from folks elsewhere on the ship or swimming. This also removes the need to stack chairs for events and allows more space for children since the adults only (identical to Carnivals Serenity section in every way, even the location) is in the rear past the Lido restaurant. 20:50 Old school paper isn't bad. 1 thing I've found is the tech side leaves FAR more room for error. Cant tell you how many times a saved paper booking was needed over a failed digital offer. 22:48 Cruise pool water can look like that, its ocean water. You haven't seen that before? Seen it on Carnivals Pride, Ecstasy and Legend and on RCL. Good video. As you said though...Spirit Class lovers will enjoy this boat as its identical (with little alteration) down to the balconies, guest services...even the serenity section. good change (contrary to your opinion) is the removal of the large number of deck chairs in what was formally Carnivals smoking section pool (mid-ship, forward facing pool). As mentioned above, just recently on the Pride the deck was covered in empty chairs. Loungers were on the top deck, rear serenity or other quiet locations around the ship. Buffets are always cautionary on any cruise depending. Stick to specialty or Pizza for the most part. Best bang for the buck since you can get buffets anywhere, the specials are generally ship oriented or specific.

[@sherickoos]

I told my husband that I think it would be fun to do the Paradise, take a train to Tampa, and then go on the Islander. :) Do they have a deal for going on both ships?

[@JJCruise]

No deals from our understanding 😅

[@danielstoner3000]

It would be super interesting to know if you think this is a good ship for solo cruisers! I love the look of the ship and itineraries but would be solo and wouldn't want to feel like i shouldn't be there. Do you think it's suitable? 😊

[@janiceandrandyp.2614]

Thanks for your video!!

[@JJCruise]

Thank you so much for the Super Thanks! We are glad you enjoyed the video! 🥳

[@stateroomstatements]

This intro is a BOP

[@JJCruise]

🙌🏽 YAS!! 🥳

[@PortholesandPixieDust]

A great video as always! ❤

[@LucyBird]

Was the bad wifi included or extra cost?

[@JJCruise]

Extra cost

[@frankchmiel1846]

Can i ask....how much of a tip should i leave the room steward?

[@evelynmckenzie5269]

I would think Margaritaville at Sea Islander would not renovate a whole ship and not clean the algae and other impediments from the pool before inaugural sailing.

[@shirleycompitello3167]

Sailing in Aug, (6 weeks) and booked for Sept. 2025

[@randijaffe-7665]

Great video and love your new intro

[@JJCruise]

Thanks! 🥳

[@skeletor9121]

As always, a great review. Was wondering what you thought of the main dinning room food quality. Would you rate it average, above average or excellent?

[@JJCruise]

For a Budget Cruise Line, it was average to good. Everything was edible so no concerns on if it was bad, some things were just okay and other things tasted great! ☺️

[@skeletor9121]

@@JJCruise Thx for your response. 👍

[@sabestinrodrigues3707]

Guys on new ship of disney d guest service was right nxt main atrium k its normal

[@BrianAlt]

Nice new intro!

[@JJCruise]

Thanks! So glad you liked it! 🥳

[@MHameister1]

Can you guys elaborate on their drink package? Did you like it? Feel limited by it? I’d love your thoughts! 🤗

[@JJCruise]

We didn’t have their drink package, but it was similar to Carnival with max of 15 drinks per day which we believe is plenty ☺️

[@MHameister1]

@@JJCruise Huh! I thought I had saw that their drink package was only good for 10 drinks at a time for the entirety of the cruise. 15 per day is definitely PLENTY! 😆 Thanks!

[@Controversialcruising]

OMG I thought the same about the ppl. Everyone thinks I’m crazy!! Only thing is they shrunk them from the paradise to the Islander 😂 but it’s free so I’m ok w that haha