Embarkation in New York was easy .My husband has walking difficulties so were directed to special assistance to go through security. Then as gold lattitudes members we joined that short line and got one of the first group numbers to board. We have learned from experience to avoid the buffet on first day as is crowded and instead headed to main dining room Savor for a leisurely lunch.

We had upgraded to an aft balcony after reading reviews about how small standard balconies are. we were on deck 9 which have the largest-in fact the size of the room again!

3/4 of it was covered which was ideal as gave shelter but still open space at the front for sun Read more