1. getting on: no power due to left overs from hurricane sandy. port staff and cruise staff were helpful.
2. getting in: security and checkin were typical. no issues. its not rocket science folks, anyone that complains that they were treated badly or freaks out when they don't get their bottle of wine put in their hands 2 seconds after flinging their Id at the staff rudely, deserve what they get.
3. food: buffet food during first day is always amusing. crowded and long lines. get a table first, and send all but one party out for the food. Its not rocket science.
1192: way too much noise from UNDERNEATH. not sure whats down there, but it was noisy at night. Not from the other guests. this was ship crew or operational.