We have cruised many cruise lines but by far Princess is my favorite. Adam the cruise director was not as outgoing as I would have preferred but he did an adequate job. The musical group, was outstanding. I say that even though I can't remember the name of the group. I think it was Static, but nonetheless they were very entertaining. We actually departed on the 13th, and we arrived two days before and explored Seattle, WA. Seattle is a great place to visit and if you go you must visit the Public Market. We have actually done this cruise twice, this time with the whole family. Our adult children loved it as well. The cruise was great but the buffet has changed since our last cruise, to the extent that I prefer the dining room for my meals. The never ending pizza is wonderful, as well as the hamburgers, hotdogs, and fries. You are never at a lack for food.