EMBARKATION: Arrived to the pier around noon. A little confusing taking luggage inside the terminal for drop off as we have dropped off outside terminal on all other cruises. The process seemed organized and there were plenty of staff available to assist. The buffet was definitely crowded and a little slow due to the code yellow. Rooms were ready around 1:30. Muster drill around 3:15 required no life jackets or any real confirmation you were present. A little delay leaving port due to a medical emergency (which was announced on the loud speaker) and we were waving goodbye to Seattle.

CABIN: We were in an inside quad on the main deck. The room and bathroom were larger than we had previously experienced. There was enough closets that each of us had our own. Adequate drawer space, storage in bathroom, and room under the beds for four large suitcases. There were two night stands, the shelf under the "fake" window, a small oval table, and the desk to accumulate all of our assorted stuff. The fourth bed was a couch by day and a bed by night. We requested a fridge which was promptly delivered right after we were allowed access to the cabin. Our room stewards Jerry and Henky were AMAZING!!! They seemed to always be around when we needed them (such as offering a power strip for our outlet shortage and helping us get the TV to turn on). Plenty of chocolate and towel animals during the trip.

SHIP: The ship was beautiful. There were plenty of little spots to take a seat and look out the window throughout the ship. Places were easy to find. The indoor pool area was nice but you had to be careful walking through on the wet floors. The library was a peaceful retreat as was the Explorer Lounge. Thoroughly enjoyed being able to walk right outside on the back of the ship on the main deck. There was a little bench to sit on and watch the scenery. It was not near as windy as the upper deck which was nice. The lower promenade deck provided the opportunity to walk laps outside. Read more