First time on NCL after 6 Carnival sailings. We were looking for a little variety - new shows, new ship's layout, new menus etc. Sailed with my husband and infant, parents who have previously sailed, and loved, NCL, and friends who had their child, under 2.

Embarkation: Easy and painless at terminal 3 in Tampa. We were allowed into our rooms very early - around 1:30. Which was not as good as it sounds, because our room steward was still there and said that she hadn't finished the balcony - so we left our bags and headed back out. She never did clean the balcony all week and we got to see last week's nose and fingerprints on the sliding doors.

Dining: The buffet (Market Cafe) was excellent. Good variety, good taste, amazing service from chefs and wait staff. We found chairs easily every time we ate, and were also always able to find a high chair. Read more