Any Spanish Language Problems on the Adventure?

[Guest]

Greetings Fellow Critics,

 

I am writng to inquire how the passenger mix is on the adventure. I cruised the Southern on Adventure in Dec. 2001 and had a boatload of Puerto Ricans along with us. Not that this was bad, but it lead to some social difficulties on board. Many spanish language guests, who were quite adept at the english language, would often ignore and usurp crew instructions.

 

I felt that this lead to a "us and them" mentality onboard. I have read in various reviews that there are spanish bingos and other activities and wondered if the problems had continued.

 

Any input on this subject would be appriciated.

 

BTW, I don't want to be taken wrong and sound prejudiced, I'm just looking for the most cohesive group.

 

Matt

 

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We didn't have any problems in September on the Adventure (except for the crying baby in the dining room). He was PR and I couldn't understand a thing he was saying

 

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[bobbie0253]

When we went in Feb. 2004 The was a great mix of people from all over.

 

When we went in Sept.2004 1/3 the ship was from Puerto Rico. We didn't encounter one rude person, but I did get tired of hearing Spanish. One day we went 4 hrs. before we heard another person (besides the crew) speak English. It isn't the Spanish that bothered me, it was the fact that we didn't meet too many couples because most people we had contact with didn't speak our language.

 

Also Jesters night club was playing latin music EVERY time we went in. They did have a lot of Latin events on board, but it didn't make a difference in what was offered for English speaking people. Both cruises had the same activities available.

 

I wouldn't hesitate to book a cruise out of San Juan again.

 

Bobbie

 

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[abridalmaven]

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[kfrauman]

We didn't have any problems on the 3/21/04 cruise. Nice mix of people. All announcements given in English and Spanish.

[sealeggs]

We have been on this ship 4 times and have had no problems. This is a great ship with a fantastic crew servicing you. Would never hesitate sailing from San Juan. Heck you are starting your vacation in the Caribbean!!!

[voyager70]

Just a heads up this thread is 13 years old.

[sealeggs]

Just a heads up this thread is 13 years old.

Never even looked at this. I am wondering how it got bumped up to the first couple of pages though.

[TheMillenniumRider]

First the day code thread, now this. It is a sure sign of zombie apocalypse on the horizon. I encourage all to heed this warning!