Embarkation: Southwest train from Waterloo station in London to Southampton Central train station for 38 pounds, anytime train. 90 minute ride. Brief taxi ride to pier. Was on ship in less than an hour.

Beautiful brand new ship. Given the size, there are only 2 sets of elevators- midship and Aft. Was in cabin 10102 forward with view off helipad. Great storage space, room seems larger than online floor plan, bathroom is largest I have experienced. Shower has glass door and is put back with toilet (EPIC). The cabin attendant was barely seen and made the beds and changed the towels. Extremely long walk just to get to cabin. Hallways are very narrow, except at mid-ship, where the hallway bends. Elevators move fast and are plenty in each set. Aft ship elevators take you right into the Garden Cafe. There are several sinks to wash your hands for those who dislike "washy washy." The cafe area is large and has 7 sections, except for 2 dessert stations, 2 ice cream stations, 4 drink stations, and 2 wine self-serve centers (taste, 1/2 and full glass of wine options) Great food selection and again, no trays to be used.

The door to the Studio cabins was left opened several times. I ventured into the area and found the studio cabin extremely small. The lounge, looks much bigger online than in person. The second floor lounge area is opened to the first floor and has a limited sitting area with a stair case to the first floor of the lounge. Those in the lounge area seemed to be retirees with a few young people. Read more