My husband and I joined the Meet & Mingle boards a few weeks before our trip. This was a wonderful way to meet your fellow sailing mates and a great ice-breaker once on the ship.

Arrived in Miami Saturday afternoon, we were fortunate enough to have joined part of our Meet & Mingle family for dinner that evening, afterwards a leisurely stroll around the Marketplace. Early Sunday morning, we woke up with views of the Freedom in the Port of Miami. Once inside the terminal it was a little overwhelming trying to figure out which line to follow. However, the line kept at a steady pace, we were able to embark Freedom before noon. We confirmed seating assignment and made reservations for dinner at Portofino and Chops. Afterwards, we found ourselves in the Solarium pool throwing down some cold ones getting ready for the adventure of "getting out there".

Our cabin on the ninth floor was very pleasant, we expected lots of noise just off the stairs but were pleasantly surprised it was quiet. We found the balcony space very generous and useful to enjoy and dry items throughout the week. Organizer in closet made up for the limited drawer space at vanity. All in all, the room itself was very well laid out. Read more