It doesn't get any better than New England and Canada in the Fall. Sea Princess sailed Sept 13, 2008 at 8PM for a port intensive cruise from Brooklyn's Red Hook pier. A New York City sailaway at night is spectacular.

This was my first experience on a Sun class, and I found that I prefer the larger Grand and Crown. Not to disparage Sea, but she has too little space and too few venues for the passenger load.

Sea is a loverly ship, with low-keyed interior designs. The atrium is notably attractive. I also enjoyed the Wheel House lounge. It is similar in design to Grand or Crown, but larger. The Passenger Services staff is first rate. Every one I encountered was good-natured They unfailingly offered a greeting and were eager to assist. The cabins are only slightly smaller than Grand Class. The bed w/egg crate mattress was comfortable with a nice duvet. The latter was a good match with our coolish itinerary. I was in R340, a rectangular inside on Rivera. I had a peek into a wedge shaped inside. It definitely looks too cramped. I don't know the footage, but it appeared to be smaller. The bed occupied nearly the entire living space. The dresser drawer is alongside the bed. The occupant would need to either sidle sideways or climb onto the bed to gain access. Read more