This turned out to be a family and friends affair. It started with us and my one sister and her boy friend and then a few months before the cruise, my other sister informed us she was joining us along with some friends of hers. It had been so long since us three sisters had been together for this long as we are spread out through the US.
EMBARKATION: Very smooth. Checked in with no problems. There was a wait to board the ship, but not too bad. We were on by 1:00. We were able to get into our room and leave our carry on bags and headed to the Horizon Court for lunch.
SHIP: This was our second time on the Sapphire. First time was before the refurbishing. What a difference. The ship is beautiful and is in pretty good shape. The crew was wonderful--very polite and helpful.
We had a Mini Suite. Good location--near the elevator and pretty quiet. Loved the having the extra space especially the bathroom with a bath tub and shower. The balcony was good size.