March 2010 we sailed with the ms Rotterdam from San Diego to Hawaii and French Polynesia.
The ship:
We were exited about the signature of excellence transformation and but finally having some mixed feelings about it. The overall appearance is great. all fresh, new carpets. The Lanai suites are superb. Just opening your slide door to the promenade deck is great. All amenities are OK. The new mix has a great appearance, but due to the open space it is noisy. The noises from the casino and the sound from the piano player are literally mixed.
The Lanai suite, is an converted outside cabin with a slide door to the promenade deck. Two deck chairs are reserved for you. It is fun so see the people walk by. It is literally sitting on a promenade deck. The bathroom size is regular. All lanai suites have a unobstructed view. Because the glass is coated it is not possible to look outside in. only in the evening with all lights on, then you can look in.