We plumped for a caribbean cruise as our first cruise because of the price. We booked it 4 weeks before going and got a great bargain.
We flew on the Dreamliner from Manchester and found it to be comfortable and quicker than normal planes. The check in for the cruise was well organised in Barbados.
Our cabin was on the inside on deck 5 and although small, we found it comfortable, and we were well looked after by Gun Gun our steward.
Small but has everything you need. Creaks and groans abit when at sea. Great cabin steward!