Before beginning, a little about us.  DW and I have lived in several different countries and have traveled extensively throughout most of the world and in recent years have spent 2 or more months a year traveling (almost 4 months this past year).  We maintain a balanced choice of travel options; e.g. cruises, RVing, powerboat and sailboat cruising, and international land trips.  We have stayed in a wide range of hotels ranging from true five stars/diamonds to cut rate fleabags.  We have created our own itineraries and excursions, as well as purchased commercial group and private (individually tailored) itineraries.  Although not snobby eaters, we do enjoy fine, exotic dinning and fancy ourselves to be beginning level gourmet cooks.  That said following are our comments regarding the Jan 4th sailing of the Solstice.We will follow the criteria contained in the guest questionnaire provided to each stateroom. (Ratings on the questionnaire are Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor, Did not use)

PRE-CRUISE - We drove to Ft. Lauderdale from Amelia Island, FL the day before departure and stayed at Marriott's Courtyard at Ft. Lauderdale Beach. Very clean room and great, nearby dinning options. This was the first time we parked at the pier and liked the quick in and out parking there provided.

STATEROOM - Suite 2130, a handicap accessible Sky Suit located on Deck 12 Read more