This was our 5th cruise on NCL and our 32 nd cruise overall. Embarkation was a snap,we used the Latitude checkin lines so we only took about 20 mins to checkin. When we got onboard,too early for our rooms,we went to the buffet which we knew from past experiences would be very busy so it didn't bother us. About 130 pm they announced that our rooms were available. When we went to our rooms we couldn't believe the size. The bathroom was bigger than some of our cabins on previous cruises. The food was great,you could have Lobster every night if you wanted and my wife did several nights.The other restaurants that you have too pay extra for didn't interest us. I must say that the Impressions -Italian menu was great,in fact we went there twice. Entertainment nightly was nice ,just enough--one hour and then to the various lounges for a few cocktails. I must say that the drinks are overpriced and I had to remind the waiters to make sure enough booze was put in. Ha Ha The ports were interesting but as we had been to them many times,my wife and friends went to them and I stayed on board and completely enjoyed the pool and hot tubs. What a pleasure and relaxing atmosphere. Other daytime activities were not of interest to me. I must comment on the Bingo The prizes in relation to the monies taken in were ridicules NCL sure made a bundle on Bingo and that should not be. Overall free style cruising is the way to go. A pleasant unhurried atmosphere at all times and no need to get dressed up if you don't want to. I am already looking for a cruise for Apr or May. See you there Sir Bernard