We had 5 days in Dubai before we sailed and this is truly an amazing city. Loved the old city and marvelled at the buildings in the new part. One day was spent in Abu Dhabi and that too is another city I will never forget. The Grand Mosque should not be missed. 1 night spent at the Burj Al Arab where we were totally spoilt and I can now say "I have stayed there" when I see it on TV.

The boarding process was the only let down of the whole trip...3hours to get on the ship standing in a large tent with air conditioning that could not cope. I am lucky that we are reasonably young, fit and healthy and while I was frustrated at not moving (4 meters in an hour in a priority queue)I just had to look at those who were a deal older than us and from cooler climes who are not used to the heat and I thought..the ship can't go without us...so no big deal.

Our cabin was an aft balcony cabin and our steward Agi was awesome, as was Noel who looked after the cabins along the corridor that was always saying hello to us. I love the friendly staff on RCL!! Read more