Stayed at the Comfort Inn on Stirling Rd. one night pre-cruise. It was ok for 1 night but not for more. They provided a free shuttle to the port and we were there by 11:15am
Embarkation was easy, no lines, quick processing. Pictures taken at the check in counter, so no additional line up for ID pictures. It was a long way up several ramps to board the ship on Deck 5, which was a little tough for my elderly dad.
The whole trip was pretty much flawless. The ship was as beautiful as I remembered, and the staff and customer service was phenomenal. Even on Spring Break, the passengers were on the older side. We did see more young families than last year, since the cruise actually was over Easter. The Easter Bunny was there.
Cabin 9194. Larger than normal balcony. Plenty of storage. Bed near the closet and sofa near the veranda. Close to elevators. NO noise problems.