The cruise started under stormy skies, with a tropical storm approaching. Seas at one point were 18-27 feet with gale force winds. This caused the closing of the Promenade deck, so we stayed indoors for the trip to Bermuda. There was plenty to explore on the inside of the ship, so that was fine.
First thing, get yourself a soda package before you start getting charged individually for soft drinks.
The food was good, but I didn't eat in any of the standard dining rooms. I typically started at the breakfast buffet, which had a nice selection of healthy choices daily. The hibachi restaurant was a great option for dinner - be sure to make reservations early to ensure you get a spot. There are only two tables/grills available for each seating. The food was well worth it!
The balcony room had a large king size bed, small pull out couch and table, and a small table and chair. The closet was pretty large, with shelves on the left to put shoes. The vanity was next to the bed with strategically placed mirrors so you could watch the TV on the far wall while getting ready for the day. The bathroom was well designed - with a very nice shower stall and an additional small magnifying mirror over the sink. There was a safe in the closet, and three small drawers for storage. There were three shelves also available. Suitcases fit nicely under the bed. Compared to Holland America's balcony rooms, the room seemed smaller, but not overall. The Norwegian living area was smaller but there was definitely more space in the bathroom and more storage. The balcony size was about the same. Two important things to note. First, there are only two electrical outlets in the room. One at the vanity, and one in the bathroom. If you have sleep apnea and use a CPAP, you will need to use extension cords to reach the bed. Second, some people had egg-crate foam mattress covers delivered to their rooms to make the beds more comfortable.