I booked this cruise through HAL - originally intending to sail solo but was able to persuade 3 family members to join me.
I had booked our pre-cruise hotel and transfers through HAL. We were very satisfied with the hotel although our transfer to the ship was an hour late.
Check-in was quick and painless and we went straight to our cabins before starting lunch in the Neptune Lounge and finishing it on the Lido.