Embarkation: Smooth, fast, no complaints. (they were checking all of the cases of pop/soda and water for alcohol).

Embarkation day: We arrived on the boat at 1145, went to the lido deck and had lunch (typical buffet fare). Were able to get into our room at 1pm most luggage arrived by mid afternoon. One suitcase was not delivered until 8pm. (First time delivered so late). Hung out on the serenity deck (which was nice) but was very windy that day.

Day 1: (Sea Day) Breakfast in the dining room. Cappuccino is no longer free (AHHHHHH), but very good none the less, and in a bigger cup! Breakfast was always very good. Service was a little slow most mornings. Kids hung out in room, arcade, we chilled on deck above lido. Loads to choose from for lunch. Deli, Pizza, Fish station, Mongolian wok, Grill, and reg buffet (Which changes every day). Always a "Carvery" on the buffet (Beef, Turkey, Lamb, Pork). Sweet things, good assortment of desserts! and of course frozen ice cream and yogurt machine! Dinner in dining room was fine, better service at dinner (We were any time). All food was served hot (Not like the Dream last year). All staff exceptionally friendly. Went to a show I think...can't remember, then to bed early. Read more