Some cruises are better than others and this one was outstanding with interesting ports, great entertainment, food and service. Our itinerary took us from London to Edinburgh, the Orkney, Shetland, and Faroe Islands, and over to Akureyi, Isafjordur and Reykjvik, Iceland.

The only downside to this cruise was the 2 formal nights, but we didn't mind dining at either The Grill or La Terraza. In this day and age with luggage restrictions on airplanes having formal attire or dark suits for just two nights is just plain nuts. To avoid checking luggage, I might add that we travel with a carry on and a smaller bag and are sometimes away from home for over 30 days.

Embarkation - We were ferried across the Thames from the Tower of London to the ship. Once onboard the line was long, but considering that there were only two people to handle everyone the line moved along rather well. Read more