Background Info: This is my third Carnival cruise and I have never cruised on a different line. I am 25 and traveled with my boyfriend (30), parents (52), brother (22), and brother's friend (22).
Embarkation: relatively painless in my opinion. The line was consistently moving and there were always people pointing you in the right direction...they even spotted some line cutters and threw them to the back of the line.
Decor: Liked the Americana theme. Thought it was appropriate, and although a bit gaudy and casino like it was still very endearing.