Island Cruises, Island Escape Reviews
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★★★☆☆
“Missing Corsica visit, Huge disappointment.”
Written on: 05/04/2013
This was our first cruise and a major reason for us booking this was that it included a visit to the Island of Corsica,which would be a chance to see somewhere not often available on other Med.cruises . Imagine therefore the huge disappointment felt by us and many of our fellow cruisers when the Captain announced on the first night, that due to a supply of contaminated fuel we would need to re-schedule the itinerary in order to refuel at Barcelona, and as a result we would not be visiting... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“we wanted to escapei”
Written on: 19/03/2013 by marlene.shearn (2 reviews written)
This ship,the Island Escape gave poor service.Restaurants crowded,long queues.Plastic plates in self service restaurant with no access to wine during the meal.Entertainment very poor ,laptops crashing regularly.Theatre show excellent.Towels bedding and beds well below standard in our inside cabin deck 9.All inclusive drinks package very poor.Not as described in the brochure You will be charged for coffees at the bars;we expected to pay for speciality coffees only.Many people complaining. Too... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“we wanted to escapei”
Written on: 19/03/2013 by marlene.shearn (2 reviews written)
This ship,the Island Escape gave poor service.Restaurants crowded,long queues.Plastic plates in self service restaurant with no access to wine during the meal.Entertainment very poor ,laptops crashing regularly.Theatre show excellent.Towels bedding and beds well below standard in our inside cabin deck 9.All inclusive drinks package very poor.Not as described in the brochure You will be charged for coffees at the bars;we expected to pay for speciality coffees only.Many people complaining. Too... (read more)
★★★☆☆
“Just off The Island Escape”
Written on: 05/10/2012
This is the second time in two years have been on this ship. Was told two years ago cabins would be updated, but they are just as bad and now need a complete refit. The bathroom was very poor the plug in the sink did not work, the shower was awful with a horrible blue plastic shower curtain. The beachcomber restuarant had wobbly tables and split seats and was very 70's. The theatre was so uncomfortable with really old fashioned chairs and tables. I must say that the cabins are kept... (read more)
★★★★★
“We booked Island Escape Glitz and Glamour and Best of...”
Written on: 09/09/2012 by Angela10
We booked Island Escape Glitz and Glamour and Best of the Med, 21st Aug -4th Sept 2012. Our first experience of a cruise ship holiday for our Silver Wedding Anniversary. We were not dissapointed. Everything the brochure said it did. The staff were very welcoming and worked so hard to make our stay a perfect one. The ship areas were always clean and again staff worked very hard to maintain this. We did do a few excursions, Rome and Cannes but next time will try to explore more on our own. We... (read more)
★★★★★
“to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary”
Written on: 28/08/2012
my husband had never been on a cruise before, as i have. He thought it was great and cant wait to go again. the reviews were not to good, but we had a lovely time. we had a special welcome package of strawberrys in chocolate champane and flowers that lasted all week, in our room when arrived on board. on our special day we had breakfast in our cabin [lovely] then we did the trip Rome in a day that was fab high light of our week. came back to the ship and had a special dinner at oasis... (read more)
★★★★★
“Best Cruise Ship Ever!”
Written on: 19/08/2012 by DJ444
This has to be one of the best Cruise Ships I have ever been on! It was so amazing and I had great fun, it was so enjoyable for the whole family and i cant wait to go again, i think that the holiday was the best ever and it was so worth leaving my cat for two weeks, what a stunner! (read more)
★★★★★
“Can not wait to go back. A very clean and nice ship....”
Written on: 29/07/2012 by robinite (2 reviews written)
Can not wait to go back. A very clean and nice ship. Crew and food very good service great.... (read more)
★★★★☆
“can not wait to go again”
Written on: 21/07/2012 by CONKATH
First cruise and will not be last. The crew on this cruise are excellent nothing to much trouble your every whim attended to. We were a party of 4 just in our 50`S and can honestly say that this was an very good holiday.The room may be a bit dated but was spotless cleaned by our cabin steward Nina 2/3 a day clean towels twice a day,cabin towels and pool towels. Each day she would make a different animal out of our towels brilliant!Plenty of wardrobe space was amazed,and ample draws.Only one... (read more)
★★★★★
“Oh My Goodness - Amazing ”
Written on: 07/06/2012 by adinamcguigan
Now were do I start, this was my first cruise with my partner and it was amazing. I was somewhat apprehensive about the cruise after reading some negative reviews, how sad that people would have these reviews. Anyway lets get started.... Buffet food was casual and wholesome, waiting staff were fun and friendly, Ocean Restaurant is would the visit 3 courses for £14.99 and the service is outstanding.....if you have read its a 'cash free ship' it is dont panic thou its reall quite simple, as... (read more)
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★★★★☆
“Had good time”
Written on: 01/05/2012
My husband and I and two friends enjoyed this cruise last june2011,we had a really good time so good we booked for this June. Yes we agree it is a tired ship and does need updating, but all the staff etc were very friendly. The food was excellent, the 24hr restuarant was also good. Some reviews say it had plastic cups and plates, so what it was all very clean. The cabins were small and the bathroom could do with some more up to date fittings, but how long are you in your cabin, just to... (read more)
★★★★★
“we loved it”
Written on: 06/04/2012 by Ayla (1 review written)
This is the first time we had been on a cruise and we were a bit nervous about how it would be. The first time we steped onto the gangplank we were welcomed by lots of the crew.We were shown to our cabin on deck 3 it was a bit tired and dark but everything was in there.Over night we had a flood and we phoned reception everything was moved out ,all of our clothes were laundered and we were moved to deck 7 the cabin was exellent and the crew sent up a bottle of wine and fruit .The service was... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“One Star Cruise”
Written on: 06/03/2012 by Keithsd80 (1 review written)
They say A picture is worth a thousand words, so look at these and decide yourself. http://www.flickr.com/photos/north_east_keith/sets/72157628206306091/show/ These photo's were taken in the cabin we were allocated after we paid to upgrade to an outside cabin with a sea view. We have been offered a £300 holiday voucher or £180 cash compensation from Thomson (the upgrade cost more than that!. I am now going through ABTA to sort this out. The ship is an old 1982 North Sea Ferry and has... (read more)
Guest's Response to Keithsd80's Review
Written on: 23/04/2012
Yes this is an old ferry( never north sea ferries though). We went on it last year and are going again in may. The food was always nice, the entertainment good and all the staff so polite, pleasant and always attentive. We have been on other cruises which are more upmarket but so is the price you pay. Make sure you do your homework before you go so you are not in for a shock to find the Island Escape probably the smallest and oldest ship in every port you go to. At the end of the day this is sold as a 3* cruise so you cant expect 5* food and surroundings. The crew are so good i think Thomson should seriously think about buying them a newer ship!!!
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★★★★★
“Island Escape 2011 Holiday”
Written on: 05/10/2011
Our Island Escape' cruise ship holiday was the best time we've ever had! It may have been our first experience of a cruise, but it will certainly not be our last! To wake up every morning to a different sunny location and eat breakfast on the deck and just take it all in, was priceless. The entertainment on our trip was something else! From the show team with their excellent musicals to characters like Ginger Dan and Duke Christopher was a treat. They were so professional and entertaining.... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“Worst introduction to cruising.”
Written on: 06/09/2011 by hamiltro
Had better school diners than the food onboard. Decided to pay the extra in the waiter served restaurant, I've had better pub grub than what they served up. Seen better entertainment in the local pub then on this cruise. Pestered by waiters and photographers all day and night, must be on a rating system. Cabin very old fixtures. Not enough sunbeds or even chairs outside, miniscule sized pool. etc. etc. etc. Our 1st cruise, never again, put off cruising for life. (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“Island Escape a poor cruise ship”
Written on: 01/09/2011
The Island Escape used to be a ferry and it shows - the ship was not built with cruising in mind and needs to be pensioned off. Thomson is not doing itself any favours in renting this ship. The food is excellent with a good variety of options at all times of the day and night and the staff work hard however, the ship is sadly lacking. It is tatty, shabby and tired. The corridor walls to some cabins are stained and the cabins themselves are in a bad state. If you dont mind sleeping in clean... (read more)
★★★★★
“Best Holiday Ever!”
Written on: 26/05/2011 by lauren96 (2 reviews written)
I went on a cruise on May 17th-24th and I have to admit reading the reviews did worry me but I had nothing to worry about. The rooms aren't very big in the standard cabin but was big enough for me, my brother, my mum and dad. The Cabin attendant Lawry was excellent! Cleaning the room at least twice a day with fresh towels the whole time and he would always make a animal out of a towel. The food is amazing, we were all inclusive so ate at the beachcomer and the Island restaurant on floor 6.... (read more)
Maj0Rca's Response to lauren96's Review
Written on: 18/08/2012
Sorry, can't agree with Lauren96. This ship for us was not at all the same standard as others in the Thomson fleet, we couldn't wait to get home.
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★★★★★
“Best Holiday Ever!”
Written on: 26/05/2011 by lauren96 (2 reviews written)
I went on a cruise on May 17th-24th and I have to admit reading the reviews did worry me but I had nothing to worry about. The rooms aren't very big in the standard cabin but was big enough for me, my brother, my mum and dad. The Cabin attendant Lawry was excellent! Cleaning the room at least twice a day with fresh towels the whole time and he would always make a animal out of a towel. The food is amazing, we were all inclusive so ate at the beachcomer and the Island restaurant on floor 6.... (read more)
★★★☆☆
“This was our second trip on the island escape. Yes the...”
Written on: 18/05/2011
This was our second trip on the island escape. Yes the ship is in need of a refit and is more than a little dated but we still had a better holiday than we would of at a hotel somewhere.
We were on deck 3 and apart from some engine noise and some buzzing we found it lovely, you don't get any rocking at all. Yes the cabins are small but as it was only used for sleeping in I can't fault it al all.
The staff were very friendly alsways saying hello each time they passed you and asking if you...
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★★★★★
“LET ME START BY SAYING,WE HAD A GREAT CRUISE ON THE...”
Written on: 05/05/2011
LET ME START BY SAYING,WE HAD A GREAT CRUISE ON THE ISLAND ESCAPE,FOOD EX STAFF EX,SHOWS EX ,TRIPS EX.YES WE WOULD DO IT AGAIN.THE SHIP IS DATED AND NEEDS DOING UP BUT DO NOT LET IT PUT YOU OFF BOOKING.IT WAS OUR FIRST CRUISE AND DID NOT KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT.I WAS SHOCKED AT THE ROOM SIZES AND THE DATED CARPETS ETC, BUT WE USED IT AS A BASE. WHEN WE BOOKED THE CRUISE IT WAS THE PORTS OF CALL WE LIKES AND NOT THE SHIP. (read more)
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★☆☆☆☆
“ Hi de Hi !!!! Would i go again? absolutley no way...”
Written on: 26/04/2011 by wilma2009 (1 review written)
Hi de Hi !!!! Would i go again? absolutley no way thats my honest opinion .
Having spent 7 nights on this tatty old ship I was glad to be home.
I booked this cruise some months ago and was very worried about the negative reviews but thought i would wait to see for myself. The cabin was small very old fittings and the bed linen was stained ..just grotty. 2 days in felt unwell sneezing coughing and shivering ( despite using hand sanitizer )the air con was always set very cold which was ok in...
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★★☆☆☆
“Tired, old ship in need of a revamp. Very noisy at...”
Written on: 06/04/2011
Tired, old ship in need of a revamp. Very noisy at night ship banging and creaking!! Entertanment good at night, shows were excellent, comedien brill, staff very friendly, our cabin steward was brill worked hard to keep a shabby cabin clean. Pool very poor, restaurants clean, food average. Not a ship we will go on again, not up to usual Thomson standard!! (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“Pls pls pls, think twice and then think again beore...”
Written on: 02/04/2011
Pls pls pls, think twice and then think again beore booking this cruise as its so dissapointing, the carpets in the cabins and dirty with stains all over them, the beds have springs coming through them and a lot of people on board have told me the same..The food at best is cafe type and nothing special at all,but they dont mind giving you better food if pay extra for it in the oasis restaurant.. The captain said at his talk in that the ship was tired,ha thats grubby,unclean and worn out... (read more)
★★★☆☆
“We have just returned fron 7 nights on the Island...”
Written on: 14/03/2011
We have just returned fron 7 nights on the Island Escape thompson canary cruise, the ship has had a refit but the captain told us it was the engines not the interior, which is very threadbare worn out and desperate for an internal refit, the staff were wonderful ,friendly and helpful ,the food is British and what you would expect in a 3 star hotel ok but not great, The rooms were at best basic nothing fancy on this ship, but the cabin steward kept it spotlessly clean and tidy.The public... (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“i would just like to pass on my experience on this ex...”
Written on: 09/03/2011
i would just like to pass on my experience on this ex ferry having just returned. Firstly the ship is old, dated and smelly.Anyone who thinks otherwise must be mad!We had a very rough 3 days in total at sea which in my opinion the ship coudnt handle the rough waters.The staff try their best and the show team did some excellent performances.One thing i would like to say is staff should concentrate on the cleanliness if the ship instead of squirting sanitizer on your hands every 2 minutes.I... (read more)
★★★★★
“My husband and i have just returned from a brilliant...”
Written on: 01/03/2011 by Cruising Cooks (1 review written)
My husband and i have just returned from a brilliant cruise on the Island Escape and can honestly say ' we loved it'. From the minute we got onboard to the minute we left we were looked after so well. The service we recieved was outstanding, the food we ate was brilliant and the entertainment was out of this world. The only bit we struggled with as did many others was the day at sea, but in all honesty Morroco is worth the wait. Marrekech was the best excursion we did, very interseting... (read more)
Figan's Response to Cruising Cooks's Review
Written on: 06/03/2011
I found this review very helpful because...I am going on the same cruise next Friday 11th March and have read so many depressing reports. This has raised my hopes.
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Cruise Kent's Response to Cruising Cooks's Review
Written on: 20/03/2011
hello, im going on the 25th of march and found the other reviews fairly grim also, its nice to hear there are some people who still apreciate things. why is it that all these people are moaning cause there rooms are too small? if thats there problem they should have surely gone to travel lodge!
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Lucky2's Response to Cruising Cooks's Review
Written on: 01/04/2011
My husband myself and my daughter are going on the Island Escape in June. Although we have already been on the ship 2 years ago we do know what to expect but have been starting to get worried about all the negative reviews. On the whole we found the ship good though small food brill and crew excellent could not do enough for our special needs daughter.
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★★★★★
“When we came home from our cruise a friend of mine...”
Written on: 11/10/2010 by mrs wicker (1 review written)
When we came home from our cruise a friend of mine said that Watchdog on bbc had lots of reports of the cruise ship being dirty and smelly well i was on that ship and no way was it dirty and smelly we thaught it was great, it did need a bit of paint but it has now gone to be refurbished.From the captain down to you cabin cleaner every thig was good all were friendly and anything you wanted all you had to do was ask.If all people have to do is moan about little things which we never... (read more)
★★★★★
“This was our first cruise and we were not dissapointed...”
Written on: 23/09/2010
This was our first cruise and we were not dissapointed the ship has had some bad reviews and we were a bit worried as to what we would find, but our fears were blown out of the water(haha) We were on deck 9 it was perfect the room size was good, room to move about the bathroom a bit old but in good working order.The ship maybe a bit old but it was very clean, all day and night long staff were cleaning and hand gel was all over the ship for all to use, our kabin steward akash was brill he... (read more)
★★★★☆
“What a fantastic holiday,our first cruise,read all the...”
Written on: 19/09/2010 by Mitch and Misses (1 review written)
What a fantastic holiday,our first cruise,read all the bad reviews what a load of rubbish.This ship was what it said in the brocure no thrills and friendly. Cabin spotless,food brillant,ship staff fantastic,entertainment fab,staff could not do enough for us.A must is the Oasis restaurant the food is to die for can i also say the excursions were fantastic. Have booked the same cruise for next year and my mum is coming with us for her 65th birthday. (read more)
★★★★☆
“It's the first time we have been on a cruise all the...”
Written on: 12/09/2010
It's the first time we have been on a cruise all the staff were friendly and helpful nothing was to much trouble.The excursions are a little over priced but all the tour guides knew everything and anything for the given tour.The service on the ship was fantastic start to finish,the food was plenty all day & night.
Two negative points, #1. The pool water had the smell of diesel which makes me think it's dragged up from the sea bottom when the ship docks, although the day out on the Corsican...
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Nerolijasmin's Comment
Written on: 07/10/2010
I have just came back today from this cruise I also did the 15pnd train ride to the vatican and had a very enjoyable day.I found paying 80pnd for this trip would have been a wasteof hard earned cash,And we had an amazing two week holiday.
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★★☆☆☆
“Myself and my Fiance have just returned from a weeks...”
Written on: 06/09/2010
Myself and my Fiance have just returned from a weeks holiday on the Island Escape. I am absolutely amazed that this so called Ship has got any good reviews. Its an absolute joke.
Ill start with the good points because there are only a few: firstly the stops were good as long as your able to use a train as the excursions are an absolute rip off (ill get to that in a bit). Secondly the waiting staff are good and attentive.
Now for the negatives using the tender boats is a complete joke...
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Littlerocco's Comment
Written on: 27/09/2010
I found this review very helpful because... I like to read the good and the bad.the bit were people turn up for dinner in vests has really put me off i am looking for a casual holiday well 4 of us but we dont want a camp site holiday.also we didnt like how the people were treated about getting out at 8am in a morning thats a bit much manners maketh the crew the lady didnt sound like she followed the norm.
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Sheila Stockley's Comment
Written on: 29/09/2010
We were on this ship last November for the Colourful coasts cruise
<br/>I totally agree the staff are not helpful even the other passengers were not that friendly, on disembarking the staff would have had us coming off the ship 20 minutes after our plane took off and they were adamant and quite rude about the timings. Was not keen on dining room and preferred to go the the restaurant and paid the supplement every night although this was costly, and other ships do not charge for this If this had been my first cruise it would have put me off but luckily it was out 5th. We have just come off the Destiny and the difference was just No comparison! would recommend this to anyone but Never again on Island Escape.
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★★★★★
“This was a fantastic cruise. I honestly dont know what...”
Written on: 02/09/2010 by captainkat (1 review written)
This was a fantastic cruise. I honestly dont know what all the negative attitudes are about. Yes the ship is is need of a little refurbishment, nut it is due to go in for this during the winter. The staff and crew go above and beyond the call of duty to look after and please all guests. The cabins are kept immaculately clean by the cabin stewards. A special mention to Nelish here, He was fantastic, making a little towel sculpture each morning as a surprise to return to the cabin and find.... (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“Staff are brillant they make this knackered boat come...”
Written on: 26/08/2010
Staff are brillant they make this knackered boat come alive the entertainment was dreadfull like a saturday nite at sarga holiday camp.Food was ok ,service was spot on .Toilets were limited and were hanging in parts but clean and only a few on certain floors so you had to be quick to find them.As we were on 3rd floor the noise from the engine and prop was a constant rumble the smell of hydralic oils coming from the lifts were a serious worry. As this was our first cruise i would ADVICE you... (read more)
★★★☆☆
“High season cruising can be expensive but if you are...”
Written on: 16/08/2010 by djlawrence21 (1 review written)
High season cruising can be expensive but if you are prepared to compromise a little on the luxury other big brand ships offer, you need not miss out on good quality food, reasonable entertainment, perfectly acceptable accommodation and still visit exciting ports and local destinations that the other cruise ships go to.
This sums up Island Cruises and their only ship the Island Escape. Whilst the ship is certainly dated and goes in for a re-fit at the end of this year, the food on offer is...
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★★☆☆☆
“A very tired ship, needs a total refurb. Clean enough...”
Written on: 15/08/2010 by PGR Herts (1 review written)
A very tired ship, needs a total refurb. Clean enough tho'. The entertainment was average, no better than in a pub on a Saturday night. Would never use them again (read more)
★★★★★
“Just returned from 7 nights aboard Island Cruise, was...”
Written on: 24/07/2010
Just returned from 7 nights aboard Island Cruise, was very dubious after reading some dreadful reviews, This ship was absolutely brilliant we could not fault anything, the food was very good, plenty of variety, the staff excellent, very helpful and friendly, they could not do enough for you. The entertainment was first class. Our cabin was kept spotless by our Cabin Boy Daneish. (read more)
★★★★☆
“We were dubious about this cruise after reading alot...”
Written on: 16/07/2010
We were dubious about this cruise after reading alot of the negative reviews, but we were going on a family holiday there were 16 of us, so we booked it with an open mind. You get what you pay for, the ship does require a reburb, but its very clean, the food is excellent, so is the entertainment, the cabins are small and require re-modernisation, but on a cruise you dont spend your time in your cabin other than to sleep and refresh? The restuarant and lounge areas are comfortable enough... (read more)
★★★★★
“We have just returned from a 14 day holiday on the...”
Written on: 15/07/2010
We have just returned from a 14 day holiday on the Island Escape, This is our 2nd cruise on this ship our last was in May 2008, so we knew what it was like. We have had two great cruises. We could not fault anything from arrival to departure. Our cabin steward Nelish couldn't do enough to look after us and our cabin was kept clean and tidy, as he came in at least twice every day to make sure everything was ok. The entertainment every night was top class and varied. The food as usual... (read more)
★★★★☆
“just returned from 7 days on the Island Escape, 2nd...”
Written on: 27/06/2010
just returned from 7 days on the Island Escape, 2nd time was on the ship in Sept 2009, so we knew what it was like. We had a great cruise in Sept, could not fault anything, know it needs an upgrade but every aspect of the cruise outshone that. This time however the food was not as good, everything was only warm, not hot like we like it, the quality of food was not as good, vegetables and potatoes were hard and very undercooked.However the holiday was still great the whole crew make everyone... (read more)
★★★★★
“after reading some of the reviews I began to worry! We...”
Written on: 25/06/2010 by carolepet (1 review written)
after reading some of the reviews I began to worry! We had booked before we read them. Now I have been and seen for myself. Was I on the same ship as these people had been on, if so what do they want. Ship was old yes, no denying that, but it was immaculate. Hand hygene sprays at every doorway. cleaners cleaning toilets in public places all day long. Bedrooms (cabins) cleaned and tidied twice a day, clean towels and bed linen every day, food was good quality and plenty of variety in both... (read more)
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★★★★☆
“I returned yesterday from my second cruise on the...”
Written on: 18/06/2010
I returned yesterday from my second cruise on the Island Escape with my friend.I had read all the negative reviews but having travelled previously in 2008 I did not pay too much attention. We booked at the last minute, travelled from our local airport (Doncaster) and got an outside cabin on Deck 7 and we felt we got a bargain.
Yes, the ship is old and desperately needs some refurbishment particularly in the cabins but we didn't spend much time in there. The crew are amazingly hard working...
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★★☆☆☆
“Just returned from a 1 week cruise on the Island...”
Written on: 17/06/2010
Just returned from a 1 week cruise on the Island Escape . I was on this cruise ship in 2002 and really enjoyed it, this time however it was not so good. The main problem was the food every meal was served luke warm and not very tasty. The staff were really friendly, couldn't do enough for you, the entertainment however was like something you would find in an old peoples home they didn't think about the younger people on board. There is talk of the ship going in for a refit in the Autumn and... (read more)
★★★☆☆
“Both of us went on this ship last year on a slightly...”
Written on: 13/06/2010
Both of us went on this ship last year on a slightly different ittinerary, and couldnt have faulted any aspect. This year however was one big let down. Our cabin was fine, deck 4 and a bit bigger than deck 8 last year which was a nice surprize for us. The cabin boy was fine, if not a little too forward and a bit over familiar i thought, although definetly in a well mannered way. Food was ok, with what wasnt used up at one meal being reinvented for the next.That sort of thing. A lot of gossip... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“Just got back from a cruise on Island Escape. My...”
Written on: 13/06/2010
Just got back from a cruise on Island Escape. My husband and I both got Norovirus and were quarantined in our cabin twice for 24 hours. The ship should be de-commissioned. Read reviews when we got back. Norovirus outbreaks on board have been going on since 2008. How many people must be made ill before this ship is stopped. This is an old ship and the virus must be part of its fabric. A so called clean-up was taking place as we left. General basic hygiene is what is needed. Dirt... (read more)
Littlerocco's Comment
Written on: 27/09/2010
I found this review very helpful because... I think we will stick to hotels as i am reading a few good reports but plenty bad thank you for these reveiw sites
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★★★★☆
“My new husband and I have just returned from our first...”
Written on: 20/05/2010
My new husband and I have just returned from our first cruise on the Island Escape. I have to admit I was very apprehensive having read several reviews, some good and some absoulutely terrible. i needn't have worried.. from the very moment we stepped onboard the Island Escape we were made to feed very welcome. Yes, the ship is moving on in years and could certainly do with a makeover, but the ship is one of the cleanest places, large well known hotels included, that I have ever been on. The... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“As with all other people that went on the Cruise from...”
Written on: 17/05/2010
As with all other people that went on the Cruise from Hell from Falmouth the holiday was a joke.
Bad organisation from Thompson and the %25 refund after everything that went on is the biggest joke of all.
I would NEVER go on a Thompson Cruise again !!!
1: lost 2 days at sea
2: Told would lose money if did not continue with holiday
3: Ship broke down
4: Bad substitute locations - guess thats due to the port fees.
5: Small cabins, unclean.
6: Rubbish entertainment apart from the comedian...
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Littlerocco's Comment
Written on: 27/09/2010
I found this review very helpful because... This is getting bad so many people unhappy as a person looking to book ou first cruise it needs some thinking
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★★★★★
“Just came back from a fantastic holiday on the Island...”
Written on: 16/05/2010
Just came back from a fantastic holiday on the Island Escape. We were in a party of 13. My partner and i have been on this ship many times but not for a while. Having read some of the previous reviews lately we were a bit sceptical because every one else in our party had not been before.We had nothing to worry about, the ship was spotlessly clean, the food excellent, and all staff were very helpful and friendly. Could not fault this holiday,and all rest in party agreed as well. We have been... (read more)
The Fats's Comment
Written on: 19/05/2010
I found this review very helpful because...we are a partyof 8 going in june for a special occasion.
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★★★★★
“Just returned from our 2nd cruise on Island Escape,...”
Written on: 14/05/2010
Just returned from our 2nd cruise on Island Escape, had a great time.....I don't know how people can complain.............the problems reported have not been the fault of the ship. The staff could not be nicer, they make you feel so special, food great and varied, it is worth the extra £15 to visit Oasis, the service and quality is excellent.
Yes, the cabins could be updated but they are clean and comfortable.
I hope to visit again one day.............
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★★★★☆
“just arrived back into Palma yesterday. The ship is...”
Written on: 14/05/2010
just arrived back into Palma yesterday. The ship is looking in need of refurbishment but is generally clean. Cabin was as big as you would expect - it is only for sleeping in and showering after all. Food was very good with plenty of choice - can`t see how anyone could complain. Staff very friendly and helpful. Shows were good. Overall a good value cruise. We have been on the Escape many times previously and the Thomson ships over the last 13 years and have enjoyed hem all. I think some... (read more)
★★★★☆
“Wife and I just returned from our very first cruise....”
Written on: 14/05/2010
Wife and I just returned from our very first cruise. We late booked a week on the Island Escape on the Mediterranean Discovry itinerary. After reading some of the comments we were a little apprehensive but we had a fantastic time. The food is worth a special mention, it was excellent with plenty of choice, catering for all tastes. There are two buffet restaurants, the Beachcomber (open 24 hours) which has plastic plates and mugs but this is to allow meals to be taken out on deck and the... (read more)
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Written on: 27/09/2010
I found this review very helpful because... Thank goodness a good report i was in dispair
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Lorrainedenholm's Response to marlene.shearn's Review
Written on: 01/04/2013
Sorry to hear that its not up to scratch... we are due to go in a couple of weeks... not too fussed for the standard restaurants, dont mind paying a bit extra for a la carte restaurant. Heard about coffees. Re all inclusive, is the wine included in the a la carte restaurant? Is it likely to be cold on board? Not sure what to expect, our first cruise!
Carollala's reply to Lorrainedenholm's Comment
Written on: 18/04/2013
It is a wonderful ship it may be old but I loved the food entertainment, staff can't so enough for you, my mum who is disabled was helped all the time, I honestly loved it last September and have rebooked for this September it's all inclusive this year , I can't wait to get a warm and friendly welcome as before, you will love it !