We truly had a great week on the Star. We had an active Cruise Critic group and this enhanced our trip.
Embarkation was delayed we were told because about 200 passengers had not gotten off the ship. We waited in a snaking line outside the building for about 45 minutes. At one point, and ambulance arrived and the paramedics treated a woman who had fainted. When we finally started moving, it went quickly. After we had our cruise cards, we were mis-led away from the boarding area for a bit. After the communication confusion was straightened out, we were directed to the right area to board. My suggestion would be that the staffers directing people get it clear and LISTEN to what the passengers are saying.
Once we embarked, we started getting to know the ship's layout. We visited the Spa and purchased the Spa Pass for the week (my sisters and I). We, along with my Brother in law's cousin, went to the main dining room for a wonderful, relaxing lunch.
Great balcony, you can hear the bubbles being turned on and off in the lounger pool in the spa above this cabin. Not a bad noise but just aware of it. Quiet location otherwise.