We were a family group from Midwest and have cruised before with Royal Caribbean. Our family cruise was with 4 adults in our mid 50's with 3 teens 9 year old and a 4 year old. Most important was the weather, which was perfect all week. No rain or rough seas what so ever.

We flew into Tampa mid week and enjoyed the beaches for a few days, and with Dollar Rent a Car after returning the car near airport (Spruce Street) they will transfer you to the cruise ship dock which was a great service for us.

We arrived ship noon Sunday and enjoyed lunch buffet by 1:00 pm which was excellent. The buffet for us all week was great, and always plenty of selection to choose from. Kids loved the "made to order" burgers everyday by the pool side. Read more