We loved the smaller ship size. We read the reviews and feel they were accurate but it was a perfect vacation fit for our family. The reviews scared us after we booked, buyers remorse. But we read too much detail. The food was good but not gourmet. Plenty to choose from in all dining areas of the ship. Our kids loved the food were very happy with most of the options. We did not like being up sold at every turn (our only criticism).

We did take advantage of specialty dining with a cooking class experience that was fantastic! More food than we could ever eat and exotic! Amazing flavors and fun experience to watch in the middle of small dining room. We enjoyed the wine tasting experience! Fun and met nice people from around the world. Anytime dining means you may have to wait, but we did so much during the day, we preferred eating later and less busy. The salads in Park dining and Edelweiss main dining room at lunch were made to my specifications, delicious, healthy and fresh. Fresh fruit was not readily available in all areas, but in Park by adult pool, plenty of fresh fruit cups. The food was good (not gourmet), but we did not gain an extra 10 pounds and happy for that!

The white party and ship deck parties were so much fun! We surprised ourselves and danced with the group. Fun videos blanket pool deck area for festive atmosphere. Quiet area by adult pool was also relaxing and a very different, adult relaxed experience. We relaxed and slept the first few days and realized we needed to do more ship board activities: bingo, name that tune, etc! Fun and usually 30 mins to 1 hours only. Perfect for us to get back to relaxing!