We had a great time on this cruise as being our 1st one! It was just my husband and I that went. When debarking for next time we will pay the extra money to skip the line :) The lines were no too bad but when getting off if you didn't have a passport it was a extra long wait.
We were on deck 8 which was nice didn't hear too much noise just the kids that were besides us and sometimes workers on the Lido desk dragging stuff across the deck. We did the balcony cabin and will always do! FYI the only place you can smoke is on the balcony, casino or deck 9 on the side.
This ship is a little smelly in some places, outdated a bit, not enough planned activities, the swimming pools were tiny and way too many people trying to get in them.
Deck 8 was good - didn't like being almost to the end of the ship. Deck 9 (lido) was above which was the bars, food & swimming - we heard a little bit of noise but nothing during the night.Balcony is a MUST for us! Smoking is only allowed on balconies, casino & deck 9 (on the sides).The bathroom would sometimes smell because of the pipes and such. Make sure you bring air fresher especially since you will be also eating a lot (breakfast, lunch & dinner) for FREE!