Many cruise lines add a charge for alternative dining, but the Odyssey doesn't add an extra fee or tip. The menu includes a succulent veal chop, osso buco, and special pastas. We admired the library, movie theater, children's facilities, and boutiques. The Crows Nest, at the top of the ship, with its scenic wraparound view is a favorite gathering place. The showroom is predominantly charcoal gray and wine with some patterned banquettes.
Light fixtures resemble inverted coolie hats.
Around the room, female statues balance light fixtures above their heads. Two huge television screens on either side of the stage ensure a good view of the show for everyone. Since the ship holds about 1380 passengers, the showroom seats about 700. Passengers were quoting her lines for the rest of the trip. Impressionist Richard Simon from Sherman Oaks, California, the standard cruise ship revue, a juggler, and late show comics rounded out the entertainment on our short cruise.