Embarkation was easy and fast. We don't arrive until after 12:30 for the port to be clear of dis-embarking passengers. Walked right in, boarded the ship and on to our stateroom which was available at 1 pm.

Did requests dining table change as we had requested a large table, but were assigned a 4 top. Moved to a 6 top which was okay. Still prefer a larger table but we knew we would go to Chops and Giovanni's several times. Being a 7 day cruise, didn't matter.

Love the new décor in the public areas and the JS we had was tastefully done with a coffee and tea pot in the cabin. Like having my coffee when I wake up! The JS was around the corner from the Concierge Lounge and elevators to go to the Diamond Lounge on 14. We went to Concierge more this time than any other cruise as it was not crowded and Ricardo and staff were outstanding, Read more