We loved everything, bar none, about the 21 March departure to Eastern Caribbean out of Miami. We splurged on a Sky Suite (2) - 2177. We were thrilled with the extras that came with the Suite class: private restaurant (Luminae), afternoon snacks at 4PM delivered to our door and the added personalized service with the wonderful butler (Nelson) and fantastic cabin steward (Nicolae) who took great care of us. Luminae food and service was very good (and excellent sommelier Randy from North Philly); took most of our meals there.

About our STATE ROOM: very happy with the size, storage and cleanliness. Bathroom had ample storage and a full tub. The cabin was located just aft midship, making it very conveniently one flight of stairs below the pool and Secondo il Bacio (great quick service for water, wine, coffee). We had been worried we'd have noise from the Oceanview Cafe immediately overhead, but it was no problem. We had also done some digging looking for in-cabin pictures of the overhang about which we'd read. (I'm trying to figure out how to post these - if you want them emailed to you, please drop me a note.) For our part, we liked it: extra sun protection in the early and late sunlight hours. Be aware that it juts out 8-10 feet beyond the balustrade and there is a large metal canopy support. If you are looking for a wide open, blazing sunny balcony, this may not be for you. Only other comment: because the deck plan has the staterooms forward of this one stepping further out, you do NOT have 100% privacy on some parts of your balcony - keep your robe tied! All that said, we loved this state room and would rebook it. It was a heavenly base for our 7 days aboard.

ENTERTAINMENT AND LOUNGES: the various musical groups in the multiple bars fronting the grand foyer were our nightly entertainment: best viewing is on Level 5 so you can look down on the action; arrive early to grab a seat next to the glass-front railing. We enjoyed most of the musical groups rotating between the various lounges, and always looked forward to the after dinner drinks and people watching. We enjoyed the Sunset Bar: although we are not smokers, we frequented this spot to find a quiet place for a glass of wine and some shade to read a book. Possibly one of the loveliest spots on the ship. If you don't smoke, don't worry: it's breezy and pleasant. We spent a lot of time hanging out with the smokers. Read more