First to just get this out of the way. Do not cruise to ASIA in Sept. It was too hot and too humid and we could only stand about 1/3 of the normal time we usually spend siteseeing. Thankfully, public transport, stores and the ship were air conditioned. But it really cut down on our enjoyment for visiting the port sites.

The ship is older but they handled the international passenger list exceptionally well. The buffet was the best of any we have been to. There was a food bar for Japanese sushi, one for Chinese steam buns, pot-stickers, soups, congee, a bar for meditteranean salads and anti-pastas, a bar for English bangers, sausage, etc, a bar for Indian curry dishes, a fresh cooked stir fry, plus American foods, bread bar and dessert bar. We enjoyed all the dishes we ate. And there was food to suit every taste. It is the first time we have preferred eating in the buffet rather than the dining room.

The dining room was too noisy and it was difficult to visit with other guests at the table. But the waiters were quick and efficient and the meal portions perfect. You had to ask for a starch if you wanted one with your meal. Read more