Let me start off saying that is was my 15th cruise and my first time with Holland America. I traveled with my brother and our cousins, all of us in our late 40's and early 50's I will start my review with embarkation:

Embarkation: embarkation was swift and efficient. When it was time to take a welcome aboard picture, I notice that there was just a blank green screen..which i guess they super impose a background be behind the passenger during the developing process. Once on board we were warmly welcomed. Our rooms were not ready so we had the option to check our carry on luggage in a lounge room.We then proceeded to have lunch on lido deck. On our way there i notice the main atrium.I must say that I was disappointed with the main atrium, It was not as big and extravagant as other ships I have been on.

Cabins - Cabin size definitely on the small side. Only one person at a time can be in that narrow hallway where the bathroom and clothes closet is located. Balcony was average. My brother and I traveled with our cousins and their cabin was next door, so we were able to open the divider and share one big balcony. The location of our cabin was fantastic, we were located mid-ship right next to the elevator banks and stairwell, i was concerned about the foot traffic noise, but happy to report that there was NO Noise..easy access to elevators and stairwell, comes in handy when you are dog tired after an shore excursion or having an late evening. Read more