I've sailed on Radiance before and it was glitzy and full of activities and fun.
EMBARKING
This is so streamlined now, it is very impressive. There is an early bag check in. This time we dropped our bags off and got on at 11.30am. Before the cruise, we had downloaded all the luggage tags, and the set sail forms. We went on within 30 minutes. Being in the Crown and Anchor society meant we were fast tracked and it is well worth joining, once you have cruised, as you will not have to wait in long queues.
Bigger than normal balcony. At least by 30 cm, which doesnt sound like much but we had plenty of room to move and stretch out. Our cabin was on the front bit of the ship that curved out, We took a look at other cabins along the same deck and they were definitely smaller. The cabin is plenty big enough. With the beds put together, we had ample room to move about to the balcony. The bathroom was big, water hot and plenty of room in the wardrobe for our clothes. The power is not Australian so take a universal adapter. The shop sells them for over $30. Our bed was shockingly uncomfortable. There is a safe in the cupboard and plenty of cupboard space behind mirrors at the desk and in the drawers.There is a fridge in the cupboard beneath the tv. It is not big nor does it make things cold, but keeps them cool. We didn't hear any noise from other people. Nice and peaceful.The table is practically useless as it is very small.