This was our 10+ cruise. We've lost track of a few. We were leaving out of Port Canaveral the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Covered parking is nice and safe there. About $120 for 7 day cruise.
We were really excited to be going on Freedom for the first time since it gets such great ratings. I wouldn't say we have expectations any higher than other traveled cruisers.
First off, we had to wait out in the sun because they weren't letting anyone on the ship until 1:30 for some reason. Thankfully at one point an employee thought to check everyone's status and moved those of us with priority boarding up in line.
Cabin 9404 Aft. Great balcony. No obstructions. Can be a little too much sun, but a great location.