From being picked up at the airport through embarkation to sitting down to lunch took only 1 3/4 hrs. Cabins were ready by 3 pm with luggage a short time later.outstanding.
Food in all restaurants continues to be the highlight of this cruise line. Having been on two smaller ships we were a little apprehensive about cruising on a larger ship. We both agreed we did not feel any effects of doubling passenger numbers. No waiting for anything in restaurants or elevators which speaks to plenty of open spaces & larger restaurants. Never once did service suffer.
The larger cabins on Riviera are fabulous. Bathrooms are lovely except for a very small shower. A large walk-in shower would have been more practical.
Great cabin balcony
Sliding closet doors poor quality & inconvenient location
Cabin 7050 balcony has mechanical lift for gangways off balcony creating noise when in port & partially obstructs views, none creating too much of a problem but should be noted
Tiny shower