We have been on over 30 cruises and this was the best yet.
Embarkation was the easiest I have ever experienced. We were on the ship within 3 minutes! Our last Carnival cruise which took a completely disorganized 4.5 hours.
HMS Statendam's Captain Arnold was the most visible and personable Master we have ever encountered. He personally greeted EVERYONE who boarded the ship! He threw birthday parties for those enjoying birthdays onboard. He joined in the audience at Lido Deck concerts. He made drinks for passengers in the Crow's Nest. Wonderful guy.