The cruise was a 13 night voyage from Amsterdam to Barcelona. Embarkation was efficient but avoid the shuttle from airport at 35/ Sus for a 20 min trip was high vs taxi fare. Having paid the shuttle fee we waited 45 minutes for the coach to fill and paid a premium (over a taxi) for the displeasure.

Cabin standard was excellent with comfortable beds, new LCD 28 inch TV and roomy. Decor was spot on and the bathroom brilliant. Cabin service was vg.

Main restaurant service was good and the food quality quite good, but not as good as Zenith or P-O standard. Wine and drinks service was good and carries the 15% service charge (they leave a space for a further service charge!) Drinks prices were excessive in particular the wine. A £5 bottle of wine from the supermarket was 36 dollars plus 15% service making 41 dollars - £24. Read more