Where to start, embarkation excellent, swift fast with great staff. Once on board, got the drinks package, they have changed, they took out bottle water from the packages and increased the price. Not impressed with the changes, bring back the old packages.
Dining - Head Waiter Ferit Acikoz - one word outstanding! He made the holiday for us, attention to detail, hard work and they way he commanded his staff without the need for words, definitely the WOW factor. He entertained us with his wit and fascinating tales. He was professional, courteous and indeed overdue for promotion. His appearance at our table with a smile every evening was appreciated by my family. He made the children laugh and his interaction with other guests was lovely to watch. We miss his face already.
Our serving staff were Sachin and Putra, again outstanding service from both of them. Was so pleased with the whole dining experience we are booked for 2 more cruises on this ship in 2017. Never had to wait for food or ask for something, they were there, they were like a well oiled machine, thanks to them both.
We had 3060 and 3062 interconnecting cabins - Lots of space, clean neat tidy, mini bar was adequate, safes were brilliant and lots of hanging room and drawers, never used all of it. Cabin Steward Gede was a delight. His attention to detail in the room was awesome. Would recommend these rooms as access to level 4 to dining and 5 to the shows was easy to get to.
Tasmania had some lovely shops
Sydney was lovely