We went on this cruise with our adult son and daughter, and daughter's boyfriend.
We left from Baltimore because we live in Maryland and for us was the most convenient port. Boarding was actually very quick, less than 25 minutes. Our cabins weren't ready when we did board and our luggage wasn't there, but the cabin attendant said it was fine to leave our carry on bags in the room.
While we waited, the five of us went to the pool deck and had a couple of drinks while watching a Blue Angels airshow that just happened to be going on that weekend.
Deck 3. Nice window, comfortable beds. Quiet location. Plenty of storage space. Tiny bathroom.