We had planned this cruise before my husband died, but he had made me promise to go even without him. I had mixed feelings but continued on with the cruise.
I arrived in San Diego two days before the cruise and was able to tour the city before the cruise. I was also able to go to a pre-cruise dinner with some of my new Cruise Critic friends.
Embarkation went smoothly for me but from what I hear there was a long wait after our group got through. We did have to wait a while before we were allowed to board but we were able to sit while we waited. I felt sorry for those who were still on the long lines waiting to check in. I had stayed at the HAL hotel (Sheraton Marina) and used the HAL transfer to the port and we arrived before the long lines started.
This cabin is near the middle of the ship and even though if is an obstructed view you can see the ocean, the sky and when in port the town. There is plenty of closet and storage space. The bathroom has a full tub with shower and a medicine cabinet with more shelves for storage of personal items.
Beautiful island
Another beautiful island
It was raining here but we were just gland to finally be on land after almost 9 days at sea. We missed Fanning and Rarotonga islands.