Embarkation: We got to the port early as we had priority check in, as we were in a GS category. We waited not long before they started the embarkation process. We get in our "suites and diamond" line and proceed to the counter. We were given a letter stating that the sailing prior had been sick and needed to be cleaned and sanitized, and that we were being delayed boarding until 4pm. Weird. Then we were told that RCCL would be providing an excursion for us to pass the time while the ship was being cleaned. We boarded buses, all travel bags, i.e. carry ons in hand and off we went. We were of the first buses to get to our excursion Parrot Jungle. We were given wrist bands that gave us free access to the park and all amenities. Not a bad thing for us, but awful for those on later buses who were too late for any cold water, and in line forever for food. Not too organized on RCCL's part. Embarkation for real: Easy....picture taken, got onboard.

Cabin: GS is always beautiful. Lots of space, super fantastic beds. We were under the whirlpool and I didn't even mind. The balcony was huge! We loved our cabin, we loved our cabin attendant Cherry. She was always there when you needed her, and always happy, given the circumstances of having to do extra work outside her norm. We did not like the no vacuuming rule. We did not like to see crumbs on our floor from the past guests. We were told that due to health issues, there would be no vacuuming. I highly recommend this category. Although, I did have access to a JS, and found that it was quite large, and had a walk in closet. We had large closets, not walk in. The bathroom was big, with two sinks and plenty of storage. New shower heads, they turn now, no button. I found the button to be easier, this was a pain with soapy hands.

We were traveling with a group of 10 some of the experiences were with, some without. Read more