Thread: Oosterdam or Monarch

Originally Posted by Ewokdude

Hi!

Which ship is for me?

I am going to be going in a group of 12 people with ages ranging for 11-65 to mexico. We already booked the monarch because it is filling up very fast, and if we cant find a better cruise, we can change if necessary. I have heard the ship is very old, but for a 4 day cheap cruise, it is worth the value.

On the other hand last night I found out about the Oosterdam. It is a 7 night cruise to cabo, mazaltan, and Puerto Vallarta. Last summer I already went to the ports on the Carnival Pride, but I really like they lay out of the ship and its features.

Now what do I choose?

I have a suspicion you will be sailing during spring break.
That might not be the best time to cruise, especially with
a lot of seniors traveling. You're also paying a premium
for sailing at that time. If you can delay your cruise
for 2-6 weeks you can sail on the Monarch for about $80
per person per day in an outside cabin. Similiar prices are available
several sailings before your cruise also.


Reggie

I just got back off of the Monarch and they did a nice upgrade a few years ago. It also has a wide range of interests for you "young adults" ( I read one of your other posts and I do not consider you children you act too mature for that) and the older adults. I think you will be happy with the Monarch. Which ever cruise you choose, have fun.

The problem with cruising another week later is my parents dont want to take us out of school.

I can tell you that the Oosterdam is a great ship...it is beautiful and though the passengers on HAL tend to be older, it is such a great line. We were on the O. with our children...it was a wonderful cruise. I hope you make the decision which fits your family best...have a wonderful time choosing!!

Originally Posted by Ewokdude

The problem with cruising another week later is my parents dont want to take us out of school.

That wasn't detailed in your first post.:headbang2

Just checked again and you can actually sail in June after
schools out for a better price.

Either way you'll have a great time on Monarch,
I've sailed her 6 times and am going back again in June.



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See updated first post ^

Another question:

Is the carnival paradise any good?

We went on the carnival pride last summer, and we werent too impressed.

The Paradise is an older ship than the Pride.

I am also partial to the Monarch!

I think we have decided to stay with monarch, san diego is too far down to go to in addition to not wanting to go on a 7 night cruise.