First time RCCL cruiser. Traveled with husband and 6 & 7 yr old. This was our 3rd cruise for the family. Previously HAL & NCL. Husband and I have been on CCL & NCL before as well.
First off, my family of 4 were not a part of the HOHS (Hogs on the HIgh Seas) rally but we felt like we were at times. Everyone was very friendly and we were able to look at the bikes on board. No problems with having such a large group on board (about 1/2 the ship).
PRECRUISE--flew in the night before and stayed at the new RESIDENCE INN. Very nice--clean, roomy, nice breakfast with patio area to eat. Ate at THAI THAI restaurant and it was fantastic.