What a wonderful cruise. Traveled with my husband, daughter 19 and son 16; my brother, sister-in-law and niece (11) from NJ. We never cruised before. My brother cruised on Princess 10 years ago with his wife.

Pre-cruise: Stayed at Marriott Marina night before cruise. Very nice hotel. Right across from port. Free shuttle & breakfast for AAA [members]. 

Embarkation: - only problem we had. Electrical problem in the port - had to wait 2 1/2 hours in line to board the ship. But as soon as we got on and saw this beautiful ship it was all forgotten. Definitely worth the wait in line. Bought the soda cards for the kids as soon as we got on). (definitely well worth the $20) Read more