My wife and I selected the Divina because we did not want a typical American vacation - been there - done that many times. We wanted to have a cultural experience, we are 2nd generation Italian so we wanted to practice our limited language skills as well as enjoy Italian cooking - which is my wife's specialty. We also selected the Yacht club wanting to be spoiled, so this review is in the context of the Yacht club member and all the perks and exclusiveness that comes with it. Note - we are very particular - IE - last 4 vacations at the Ritz.

Embarkation - Butlers met us, smiles on their faces. Carried our luggage, stayed with us while we filled out paper work. We were in our cabin in about 15 minutes. Champaign waiting for us - great way to start.

Ship - gorgeous !! This was my 4th cruise, my wife has been on 5. Never have we experienced a ship so stunning. The ship is new, clean, contemporary and stylish. Enough said. I read some reviews about cleanliness - here is my take - This ship is clean - the staff are constantly running around cleaning up after you - the problem is with about 3000 guests, there are going to be a number of PIGS who cannot take their garbage 5 feet to a receptacle or to a tray. They leave their garbage anywhere and everywhere including the beaches waiting for their slaves to pick it up. The staff really did great staying on top of things - Footnote - to you smokers - The Beach is not an ASHtray. Why put your butts in the sand - do you think burying it makes it better?? Disgusting. Read more