From embarkation on this was one of the best cruises we've been on. Don't know if people actually showed up when they were told to, but our embarkation time was 1200. We showed up about 1130 and had no line through security or check in. We were on our way up the gangway around 1215. Cabins were ready so we dropped off our hand carry bags.

Have always liked assigned dining and our waiters Sid and Jubily in the Palm dining room were the best. Between them and the kitchen staff, special requests were handled with no issue or problem. Menu was varied enough that there was no real reason to go to either of the specialty restaurants. I do wish though that Princess would go back to crab leg night.

Was kind of worried going in that our cabin, directly under the fitness center would be noisy but we didn't hear anything from they gym. Cabin steward was excellent in keeping room clean and meeting special requests. Read more