I read almost all of the previous reviews before booking this cruise and I have to say most of everything I read was true. I have only been on two other cruises, both of them The Big Red Boat. My husband has sailed on Holland America also.
Beginning with embarkation, things went smooth, our room was ready early and we were pleasantly surprised at the size and cleanliness (we booked an oceanview on deck 2).
The ship itself is beautiful, huge, with many lounges and rooms. I didn't find it that hard to get around after the first day or two of exploring. The excursions were amazing.