(The condensed version)
Embarkation. A bit slower than in weeks past, according to the reviews that I read prior to leaving. It was about 2 hours from the time we checked in, until we were onboard, but this was not RCI's fault. It was due to Homeland Security. However, RCI got you through the check in process quickly.
The ship, what needs to be said. It's beautiful, and well maintained. Having done extensive research on the ship, I was very familiar with all aspects of it, right down to the placement of the beds in our Junior Suite.