109 Reviews
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17 years 9 months ago
what a fantastic ship this is so much better than its sister ship the escape ,food was very good with plenty of choice all the time 24 hours ,the entertainment was good especially the jongleurs comedy club,eddie in the pub was very good even though his jokes were a bit cheesy,the captain was very hands on always joining in the entertainment,we were on saphire deck so we had a fridge in the room which was good,the room it self was spacious, cleaned every day ,with a news letter telling you what was going on all around the ship ,would definetly travel on this ship again
Travel operator: island cruises direct
Recommended
17 years 9 months ago
I was really impressed with the standards of the island star overall. It was a great holiday and I would definatley do it again.
The ship was extremely clean so there are no complaints there with clean towels everyday.
I was fairly pleased with the food on the ship. We only went in the beachcoamber as it was a buffet open 24 hours. Breakfast was great with a great variety of food to choose from. Lunch was also very good, especially the grill where they served burgers, hotdogs and other great food. However, I was very dissapointed with the tea, if you don't like salad or meat you will struggle to find something. There is not much selection for children and the food seemed to run out really quickly and it seemed to take them a while to fill it up again.
The crew were amazing! They were probably the best part about it. They were so happy and friendly. They always say hello when they see you and they always made me smile they were so nice!
The entertainment was also really good. There were shows on every evening in the ocean theatre. They were really cheesy - especially the cruise director and assistant, but it was still great. They have a variety of acts on from comedy to dancing and singing. It wasn't just the theatre that offered excellent entertainment, on the pool deck there is always something going on and in the bounty club. I love this ship and want to go back! :(
The ship was extremely clean so there are no complaints there with clean towels everyday.
I was fairly pleased with the food on the ship. We only went in the beachcoamber as it was a buffet open 24 hours. Breakfast was great with a great variety of food to choose from. Lunch was also very good, especially the grill where they served burgers, hotdogs and other great food. However, I was very dissapointed with the tea, if you don't like salad or meat you will struggle to find something. There is not much selection for children and the food seemed to run out really quickly and it seemed to take them a while to fill it up again.
The crew were amazing! They were probably the best part about it. They were so happy and friendly. They always say hello when they see you and they always made me smile they were so nice!
The entertainment was also really good. There were shows on every evening in the ocean theatre. They were really cheesy - especially the cruise director and assistant, but it was still great. They have a variety of acts on from comedy to dancing and singing. It wasn't just the theatre that offered excellent entertainment, on the pool deck there is always something going on and in the bounty club. I love this ship and want to go back! :(
Travel operator: First Choice
Recommended
17 years 9 months ago
we have just got home from this holiday we had a good time this was our fist time.the captin john was so funny he always found time to talk and even dance with use . there was plenty going on all the time some thing for every one my nan is 85 and she joined in with every thing so it suits all ages ... we had balcony rooms which was nice after a busy day to sit outside and rest.. only thing is i wish i would of booked 2 weeks not one ...so if your thinking of booking say hello to john the captin ...
Travel operator: first choice
Recommended
17 years 10 months ago
I TRAVELED ON THE ISLAND STAR ON THE 5TH JULY . IT WAS A NICE WEEK I ENJOYED IT ALOT I THOUGHT THE ENTERTAINMENT WAS RUBBISH THOE THE COMEDIANS ON IN THE OCEAN THEATRE AND THEN IN THE BOUNTY CLUB MOST OF THE TIMES ROBBIE WILLIAMS TRIBUTE WAS BAD THE FOOD WAS OK NOT MUCH AS A VARIETY AS TIME BEFORE I JUST EAT PASTA EVERY SINGLE DAY. THE CABIN WAS VERY BEAUTIFUL AND BIG AND CLEANED TO A GOOD STANDARD . COULD OF HAD MORE ACTIVITIES DURING THE DAY AS THE CHILDREN GOT BORED BECAUSE THEY WAS SAYING OVER QUOITS ETC .. THE TABLES AROUND THE POOL WAS A DISGRACEFUL THEY NEVER GOT CLEANED BUT PART FROM THAT I HAD A GOOD TIME I WOULD GO ON IT AGAIN
BUT THEY NEED TO SORT THINGS OUT INCLUDING THE PRICE OF DRINKS THE BILL WE GOT WAS MASSIVE. AND THE EXCURSION WAS OFF THE ROOF SO THEY SHOULD PULL THE SOCKS UP X
BUT THEY NEED TO SORT THINGS OUT INCLUDING THE PRICE OF DRINKS THE BILL WE GOT WAS MASSIVE. AND THE EXCURSION WAS OFF THE ROOF SO THEY SHOULD PULL THE SOCKS UP X
Travel operator: First Choice
Recommended
17 years 10 months ago
Just got back from our first ever cruise aboard the Island Star.
We thought it was fantastic. The staff and food was top notch and the entertainment was very well done. It is a big ship with lots of entertainment and some of it did not suit our tastes, but we just went to a different area of the ship! The Jongleurs comics were very good and we found the entertainment to be great as well.
All the off ship execursions were well organised and run.
We would get back on board in a heart beat.
We thought it was fantastic. The staff and food was top notch and the entertainment was very well done. It is a big ship with lots of entertainment and some of it did not suit our tastes, but we just went to a different area of the ship! The Jongleurs comics were very good and we found the entertainment to be great as well.
All the off ship execursions were well organised and run.
We would get back on board in a heart beat.
Travel operator: First Choice
Recommended
17 years 10 months ago
This is the second time we have sailed on the Star ,we enjoyed every minute of our cruise ,the boat was spotless ,food great,entertainment super,and the staff were so friendly, so it came as a great shock to read that they are selling it to a Spanish Line the last cruise will be April 2009 , i was so looking forward to another great week in 2009 around the Med.
Hope they are planning a replacement ship soon.
Hope they are planning a replacement ship soon.
Travel operator: cruise 1st
Recommended
17 years 11 months ago
Sorry folks! Island Star needs some work. We returned this year after having a super cruise last year but my, standards have slipped. Island Cruises are obviously cost cutting. The entertainment was considerably poorer than last year. We endured three nights of the same comedian act...twice in the Bounty lounge and once in the Ocean theatre. Only two production shows in the week too. The food is good but not as good as last year...plenty of choice but things like only 2 mornings of back bacon at breakfast in a week whereas last year was 4 mornings. Bar prices have rocketed as have the trips. Crew are mega friendly of course but many will tell you that they are unhappy with Island Cruises and are looking to go to other ships. Easy way is if you haven't cruised and want informal, you'll enjoy it. If you've been on Island Star before and want to go back, we think you may be a trifle disappointed. All in all we had a great time with brilliant weather. But, come on Island, pull your finger out.
Travel operator: Cruise1st
Recommended
17 years 11 months ago
The cruise was lovely. The main problems were the day long excursions which were a bit tiring, particularly if you did them on consecutive days.
The only slight observation is that it would have been nice if one had been given a free hat instead of the bar staff constantly trying to sell them.
Overall a very decent holiday, however do not do as we did and combine it with a stay at the Comodoro Playa hotel in Palma Nova. Supposed to be a 4* but more like a 2*. Full of Stag & Hen parties and no hotel management to speak of.
The only slight observation is that it would have been nice if one had been given a free hat instead of the bar staff constantly trying to sell them.
Overall a very decent holiday, however do not do as we did and combine it with a stay at the Comodoro Playa hotel in Palma Nova. Supposed to be a 4* but more like a 2*. Full of Stag & Hen parties and no hotel management to speak of.
Travel operator: First Choice
Recommended
18 years ago
first time on cruise,first impressions was better than expected,had cabin on aqua deck {cheapest} as was late booking and found it fine very clean and comfortable.staff very friendly big difference to the surly staff we faced on our second week stay in majorca.food very good ate mostly in beachcomber as had to que for island restaurant but only ten minutes or so.always good choices of food available,drinks reasonably priced cheaper than uk holiday centres.entertainment not bad but think i would have been fed up after another week.docked in marseilles and had to pay 7.00 for shuttle bus as docks was way out of town,this isnt a lot to pay but still think it should be mentioned to passengers in brochere as you cant just get off the ship and make your own way into town,overall excellent value for money and would go on this ship again very well organised.
Travel operator: first choice
Recommended
18 years ago
Good points , great crew and good entertainment and food
Bad points ---bedding old and has filthy valances
Cabin noise on Aqua excessive even worse when docked
Pestered repeatedly by being asked if we wanted a drink (12 times in one hour ) even asked when we had full glasses
Smoking allowed ( worse in bars eg Bounty Bar where entertainment is )
Bad points ---bedding old and has filthy valances
Cabin noise on Aqua excessive even worse when docked
Pestered repeatedly by being asked if we wanted a drink (12 times in one hour ) even asked when we had full glasses
Smoking allowed ( worse in bars eg Bounty Bar where entertainment is )
Travel operator: First Choice
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