This is the first cruise that I have taken the time to write a review on. Mostly I am just pleased to be on the ship and truly enjoy the travel and sailing. This cruise sadly fell very short in many ways. The good news is that there were many fine points and outstanding things that happened. Not sure which outweighs or comes out on top but..... Here goes

The challenges, we were a little early but got on finally around 11:15 am at port of Miami. Luggage was checked at curb, pretty routine, parked car in garage across the street, very convenient (should be for $20 per day) Again, this is Miami so security is an issue.

Once on the ship - Chaos, and we were early, not ready for passengers, (and by they way -don't complain because they don't really care). Got the drink card,-again chaotic, five or six crewmembers all trying to sell you something. Drink card is a decent value for the price but for one person, it pays to be aware. Oh yeah, and they charged me twice for the package. Found this outT at the end. Apparently some creative spring breakers were able to consume mass quantities of adult beverages so the bar staff was careful with how many beers or glasses of wine a card member had. Rules come from somewhere. Read more