First you should know this was my very first cruise. Period. Always wanted to take one, never had the time or another person to cruise with. Did I love it...you bet I did. You should also know that I have traveled all over the world, was a marketing executive in luxury consumer products for thirty five years and was used to premier hotels, resturants and tourist venues. I also come from NYC where expectations are high on everything.

Firstly I booked the cruise after a friend said he wanted to do a cruise this summer. The price was great and I've been to Hawaii three times in the past, but never had a chance to see three of the Islands.

After I booked the tour, I read the reviews on this cruise and ship. And to say the least I was very worried I had made a terrible mistake. Guess what. I didn't. Read more