getting on the cruise was easy. maybe that's because we got there early and had early check in. the lines were loose and we were almost immediately checked in upon arrival at the port. that meant as soon as our room was ready, our lugguage was there.

the food is definitely the highest point of the cruise. the buffets at the windjammer are great but the menu-style dinners are the starlight and moonlight rooms are incredibly good. the portions are not big at all but you're allowed to ask for as many as you like. if i had not been so full from an afternoon's barbecue buffet, i would've ordered the baked escargot and scallop rissoto a couple more times. i'm talking about all you eat lobster bisque, lamb shank, angus steak, tiramisu, baked alaska, etc.etc.etc.

the wine list is lacking but suitable for a value cruise. the room service is also lacking in items but still very satisfying for that late night snack after a night of dancing. Read more