We left Sydney February 18 and returned February 25, 2016. This is my 3rd cruise but 1st on Royal Caribbean. We booked Delta from MYR to SYD, NEVER again as they delayed, rebooked, stranded, and the list goes on. BUT, once we got to the ship, the cruise was magical. So if you fly, take Quantas or Virgin Australia as these are the dominant carriers there. My daughter turned 16 and we went to celebrate her birthday. I figured in the next years to come I may not have her time as she will be working, dating, etc, so now was my chance and it was a good choice.

We were on the 9th level in the middle with a balcony overlooking the waters. Most excellent! The crew was phenominal as we were greeted by the ship director when entering, and waving to the staff when exiting.

Let me mention the staff that scored a 10+...Alfred-commander, Mario-bar server, Inezbio (I apologize I misspelled your name)-room housekeeper, Hubart-waiter, Steve-cruise activity person and our favorite, Dante-our server on deck 4 early dining. Read more