Finally, I am writing the promised review! I am 49 years old, husband is 53. We have cruised several times before but this was our first to the Eastern Caribbean. Our sons did not come along on this trip.

We spent night at Renaissance at Atlanta Airport on Thursday. Love this place. I always request a room overlooking the runway. This was also a Marriott Reward points freebee so that was a definite plus! We leave our car there for $6.00 per night and take van to airport. So convenient! Breakfast buffet here is great.

We flew to Miami on Friday a.m. Ship sailing on Saturday. I have been one to fly in on day of many, many times, BUT after our return flight scenario, I will always go day early if at all possible. Spent night at Doubletree in Downtown Miami. Nice place overlooking harbor and little shops connected for stroll. Metro Mover was easy walk and free ride to Bayside. Fine on way over but was getting dark on way back and there were some, ah, definite characters on board. Remember - I live near Atlanta so accustomed to some things, but the fellow loudly shouting rap laced with profanities and stoned out of his mind was a bit much for me. Would definitely recommend Metro Mover but in daylight. Saw Holiday Inn at Bayside and it has my vote for convenience. Liked Doubletree property better, but Holiday Inn was right at Bayside and great spot to stay and walk over to shops and restaurants there. I had gone on Restaurant.com and picked up $25.00 gift certificate for $4.00 for restaurant at Bayside. You can do search by zip code. Great deal and enjoyed the dinner. Read more