This was an outstanding cruise. My wife, son (age 10), and I were very impressed with the Golden Princess and were very happy with this itinerary (6 stops in Northern Europe, then a transatlantic crossing to New York). The ship's appearance, food, and service were all exemplary.

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Embarkation: This was absolutely painless. We got to Southampton around 11am, and we on the ship and wandering around by 12:30. I have never taken a flight out of Dulles Airport (I live in Northern VA) that was as easy as getting on this ship. Read more