Had the best time on our cruise. The staff was friendly and our room was cozy but nice. I have never been on a cruise before so I don't know how it rates compared to others, but I think having a balcony room was a definite must. The islands were beautiful and I felt lucky that we were able to see so much of them during our cruise. On board purchases are pricy, but if you expect that, there are no surprises. I would definitely recommend getting your dinner reservations in right away for the entire cruise if you plan to dine at any of the specialty restaurants. We didn't and sometimes had to eat at 9:00 pm and later. The shore excursions are easy to book and lots of fun, but I would also suggest looking outside of what is offered on the ship for local attractions and activities. I wished I would have researched more so we could see more of the islands. Want to return soon so I can do it better next time!