This was our 13th cruise, one port which was Cozumel and the rest at sea. We have cruised on Carnival, NCL and RCCL .

This is our first time on the Freedom class ship and it will be very difficult to go back to something smaller. That size offers so many more options throughout the ship that will keep you entertained the entire cruise. As I describe all the different areas on the ship everything seemed big and comfortable vs the smaller ships where lounges, pools and most areas seemed confined.

Solarium-Adult Pool Area was just that, no children around. One or two showed up and were quickly asked to leave. Deck chair saving was still happening but there was staff there to assist you if you needed a lounger. The one day I requested one he found me one quickly and then found an additional one shortly thereafter. Don't get me wrong there were plenty of towels and books saving the loungers but if you wanted one I'm sure he would have tagged one and if no activity after 30 minutes it would be yours. The pool (fresh water) was bone chilling cold. Refreshing but I was in and out when I needed to cool off. Read more