We flew to Tampa from Nashville aboard SWA and it was their usual on time service. While in Tampa we stayed in the HoJo on North Dale Mabry. NOT recommended. The motel was fine but there were no less than four "strip joints" within 100 yards. We used Veterans Limo service to go to the pier then back to the airport afterwards. The cost was $16 so that was hard to beat. They were prompt on both ends so I would recommend them and use them again.

Embarkation: We had read all the horror stories about the embarkation process so we went in expecting the worst. Boy, were we disappointed! We arrived at the port at about 11:30 and were on board by noon. I guess the timing was just right. The first impression we had of the inside of the Legend was how beautiful it is! After a stop at the purser's desk it was on to the Lido deck to wait until our cabin was ready.

Cabin: Our cabin was 8263, aft starboard, right under the Lido deck. The cabin was clean and neat just awaiting us. Our stewards were Frank and Mark. They were very unobtrusive but very efficient. The towel animals every night were great. They even used my shoes for the elephant. There was some noise from above, but since we always sleep with ear plugs, it wasn't a problem. The balcony was good for two people but would definitely be small for more. Read more