Let's get it out of the way at the outset: the ocean view cabins are too small. I wish they were at least wide enough for a walking lane on both sides when the beds are made into a king.

There. That's my only complaint. Otherwise, I couldn't have been happier with the ship, the crew, and the itinerary on my recently completed four night cruise to Nassau, Coco Cay and Key West. For a ship that's well over 20 years old, she's in great shape.

Our steward did an excellent job of keeping the room clean and neat. The bathroom is tiny, but functional and everything works well. The room itself would benefit from an additional 10 or 20 square feet, particularly when the twin beds (which are very comfortable) are put together to make a king. In that configuration, there is only walking space on one side of the bed. The location is fine. The room is close to the elevators, but not so close that noise is an issue. Its location amidships is extremely convenient for getting around the ship, and the fact that Deck 5 also includes the main showroom, the shops, the casino, and the Schooner Bar makes it practically ideal. Read more