This was our first cruise ever. Before booking, we asked around. Carnival did not get a good review from our friends and others we knew.
Royal Caribbean embarking and disembarking was efficient and flowed smoothly. The ship was always clean everywhere when you got up in the morning. Our stateroom was well organized and cleaned to perfection every day. The food in the main dining is incredibly good and the presentation is that of a fine restaurant. In their buffet on deck 11, the Windjammer, everything was fresh and the choices numerous.
This particular crew's service was exceptional and did not lack on any count.
Spacious, well organized, clean. Housekeeping is very efficient and friendly.
Georgetown, Grand Cayman like everywhere, is laid out as a tourist trap.
Beaches are not close to port. There is a shopping area right at the port and it will be obvious that it's for tourists.