We are just back from a wonderful trip on the Classica. We were a group of 10 experienced travelers (some more than others).
After reading some of the reviews, I was worried about what I had talked my friends into for vacation. Though some of the comments had some validity, I really don't understand most of the negative comments. It is an Italian ship and there were very few Americans on board (26). So, I can understand how the ship can be a little isolating if you are not traveling in a group.
Embarkation was not as structured as I have experienced in the past, but we asked questions, and were pointed into the right direction.