Flew from D.C. to Miami. Arrived around 10pm, got a cab to our hotel, La Quinta Inn Miami Airport. Hotel was decent, had free breakfast and shuttle to ship port. Would recommend for overnighter.
Embarkation: was much easier than expected. We were on the ship and eating lunch at the Venetian by noon.
Cabin:Ocean View cabin shared with my husband and 18 year old son. Had room to store everything. I let the guys have the twin beds and I opted for the pull down. Not bad actually, never had a problem sleeping entire cruise. Bathroom was surprising in a good way.