Four 'first-timers' cruising together. We turned up early, about 11am and parked with ABP. We put our luggage into a white van and we were bussed to the terminal. It took us no more than 10 minutes to check in and walk onto the ship where we were greeted with a glass of bubbly. We were told our cases would be outside our staterooms at 3pm - so we set out to explore and make the most of our pre-paid 'beverage' package.

I wont go into a blow by blow review - but I feel it fair to say we spent the first 3-4 days saying 'Wow'.

The food was great - Moonlight Sonata and Oceanview buffet. It was nice to have a 'formal' breakfast and lunch occasionally, however the Oceanview buffet offered much choice and good quality. Even during busy times you could always find a seat - it was nice to take your food outside and sit at the stern bar area. Read more