Perfect weather for eight days, calm seas, full moon, - Mother Nature did her part to make this cruise wonderful. And so did RCI and its marvellous staff and ship. There were a few glitches, and I'll cover them later, but if you're booked on this Eastern Caribbean cruise, I envy you -- happy sails to you! I'd go again in a moment.

It took us 25 minutes to board, the line moved continuously, and once inside the depot before the ship, RCI had everything in order and the ground crew were pleasant, helpful and fast.

I am not telling you to get an aft cabin, because I will always want to be able to book one for myself in future. We had 7390, and the 12 by 12 foot balcony had two loungers, two chairs, and a table. We enjoyed what was effectively an extra room at dawn, all through the day and evening, and even at midnight. You should definitely not book an aft cabin. You should leave it for me. Read more