Embarkation/Parking: This was the second time we departed from Galveston. The first time the parking went smoothly, but this time we had to wait for quite awhile for a shuttle bus to pick us up. We dropped off our bags at the terminal, then parked in the port parking lot, and buses kept driving through the lot and did not stop! Finally, a bus stopped and told us he would take us since we did not have large bags, but the other people would have to wait for special vans. However, the embarkation process was very smooth. We were probably on the ship within 20 minutes after entering the terminal.

Cabin: We had a deluxe ocean view cabin with the extra bathroom that has a sink and tub with shower. That was GREAT as my husband and I could get ready at the same time. There was also an extra closet in the room, so we had tons of storage! The room was designed for families, but since school was in session in April, we were able to book the room. It was very comfortable, clean, and everything worked properly.

Service/Food: We had excellent service during the entire cruise--from the cabin steward to the wait staff to the general staff--they were all nice, friendly and extremely helpful. No problems what-so-ever. We were very impressed with the fact that all of the beverage stations in the cafeteria were always full. No wandering from station to station like we had experienced in other ships when we wanted a glass of ice tea. Plus the ship was very clean! We have seen ice cream stations on other ships that were totally a mess and it was always well tended on the Magic. Read more