This was our first cruise and as far as Im concerned, it was a great cruise to get started on.
Embarkation: Since this was our first cruise, we had no idea on what to expect. But we were processed without a hitch and got right on the ship, which we were there around 11. We did find out a little later as we were walking around the ship that we didnt have a table assigned to us, we were traveling with 2 others that did. So we went and talked to the head maitre d' and they took us to tables there were spaces open. We opted for the one of the smaller dining areas off the main room. The 4 of us had a table to ourselves.
Ship: We thought that the ship was great and still do. It was a very clean ship. The one thing that we liked the best was the fact that when going to the Windjammer cafe, we could go outside and eat. We did that every morning and a great way to start the day. Definitely a major design plus! We were surprised that for a sold out ship that it never felt crowded. The atrium was great, so big and open and tall.