This was our 2nd cruise, the last to the Caribbean. We have had two land trips to Quebec City, and since seeing the cruise ships there, made it our goal to return again, via cruise ship. We WON!
The Gem and its staff were always a delight and quite personable when indivually approached. Only on the last wo days, in the MDR, was there a noticable declination of service. We had an MA balcony room, with an outstanding steward (ROLLY), and totally loved the night sea-air for sleepoing.
The age demographics were indeed a surprise, although we are a part of it. (How did we get here, so fast?)
Room 11578: MA Mini-Suite Balcony, Mid-ship, port side. Even when the ship was rockin' and rollin' this was a great location. The childrden's area is directly above, but there were only a few, so no problem. Great location for all the dinning areas, and the Stardust Theater. Room amenities were thoughtfully convinent, and loved the open-door fresh sea-air for sleeping, as well as the wonderful views in your own private space. Very comfortable bed, and plaenty of closet/drawer space. Only negative: Poor selection of television programs!!