This was our first cruise. Our group of 9 included 4 adults (parents) and 5 boys ages 12, 15, 16, 19, and 22. We were very excited because we were upgraded from 2 OV and 1 inside, to two Penthouse suites and 1 OV.

Embarkation was very easy for us. We arrived at port around 11:10 and were enthusiastically greeted by workers who had us sit in chairs while they boarded a wedding party. We were then led to lines to get our S & S cards and quickly boarded.

We found our beautiful cabins which were immaculate! The stewards involved in our rooms were very friendly and kept our rooms in great order. They provided for all of our needs and wants with genuine friendly smiles! We were eating a lovely lunch in Tiffany's by 12:15 then went to explore the ship! The muster drill was not nearly as bad as I had read and soon we were blowing bubbles at the sail away party on the Lido Deck! Read more