We flew from Australia to Ft Lauderdale precruise to get over jet lag and were glad we did. Stayed at Embassy Suites and were very happy there. Booked a transfer from there to port $8 pp. We booked this cruise as an interesting way to get to Spain for 4 weeks holiday touring there.
Embarkation: Arrived at 12 midday at Pier 18 and there were no long lines and as we had done our online checkin it took 15 minutes from walking in to being handed a sparkling wine on board.
We had lunch in Aqua Spa Cafe as we could get a seat easily and just relaxed till we cabins were ready at 1.30pm.
great cabin midships starboard side. Extended balcony on hump meaning we had great forward views to the bridge. No noise from Foyer music, but noisy from 7.30 am with Deck Chairs being moved and on Pool party nights it was like a herd of elephants overhead. Cabin Steward Gladwin was fantastic.