This was my eight cruise and my DH's seventh. This cruise was our two oldest, both boys, ages 14 and 9, second cruise and our girls, ages 8 and 5, made the Glory their first cruising experience.
We drove down Friday and stayed at the Radisson, which was wonderful. The shuttle is very efficient and the rooms are nice for a one night stay. The pool area is just as great as the pictures on line! The kids LOVED it. We paid $139.00, which included free parking all week and breakfast for my DH and me. Since the parking at the pier is now $105.00, I consider the Radisson to be a GREAT deal.
Embarkation was a breeze. Port Canaveral is one of the easiest ports, in my opinion. We have never experienced any problems there. Make sure your online paperwork is in order, and you'll be on the ship within 20 minutes or so after arriving at the pier. We've never waited more than that, even when there's been a long line.
Convenient to elevators without noise from them, adjoining, good size. LOUD toilets directly overhead.