There is so much to say about a cruise of this length, being on the same ship, the positives like the itinerary, the food, the entertainment or the negatives - the wait in line at the embarkation process, missing some ports, excursions, many delays and the integrity of some parts of the ship -- so a rather long review!
My Grand Adventure begins:
Embarkation: Fort Lauderdale embarkation was a mess, unlike any other we have experienced. The Captain was apologetic and tended to blame everyone but the ship. The port authorities relegated this ship to one of the least desirable piers and the delay was so bad, everybody was complaining for days after sailing. No shade, no creature comforts like water or towels until guests had been standing for 2 hours in the sun.
C103, forward, one cabin from bow, Starboard
Best features - larger balcony than Aloha and Baha, quiet corridor area near forward stairs, laundry close, but not too close for passenger traffic,
Worst features - noisy crew cabin above, the wind on balcony so far forward,more motion than middle,Bridge deflects some sunlight and some direct forward views,vibrations from cross swells is audible and can be felt strongly in this cabin.