My wife and I just completed back to back E W Caribbean on the NCL Spirit.
This was our 19th cruise. Previously who've cruised:
RCL (8)
I really messed up in the cabin selection. I got focused on a higher floor and missed the fact that we we below the pound that does dancing every night and karaoke some nights. Also, there's some sort of luggage handling station above or next to us. Do yourself a favor and don't book this room unless you're a late night person.
Shopping
Stayed at Hampton Inn pre cruise. Older exterior entrance but serviceable hotel.