Just got off AOS last week and as a first time cruiser, I was really impressed! We stayed in San Juan one night at the Comfort Inn and it was OK for a one night stay. Holiday Inn Express is across the street. A bit nicer. We got on the ship about 3:00 and there was no line at all. We did the El Morro tour first and Old S.J. We thought everything was great from the entertainment, dining (especially Peter, our waiter), activities and service. There are many activities and we did feel rushed most of the time to be places, but we were trying to take it all in. We didn't even get to miniature golf. Johnny Rockets was fun with the singing staff. There was a lobster night on Fri. I guess there was a Midnight Chocolate buffet, but we missed that also. (I also missed the Meet & Mingle as I had my days mixed up, sorry). We could have used more pool time as there are only 2 days at sea. The 70's show on the Promenade was good. We missed the last night's show due to packing. I think the people who complain on here have been on many cruises and they are comparing one to another. I can see you have preferences then. But for a first timer, I think you will enjoy it all. I hope to plan another one on RC out of California next time to Mexico. If questions, let me know. They did cancel one of the excursions in St. Thomas, (The Atlantis submarine) and people were disappointed. We did the Sunset Catamaran Cruise out of Aruba and that was fun. We also did the Skycam ride in St. Thomas and it is awesome. You don't need tickets ahead of time, but you can get them. I would recommend this ship to anyone.

Donna