This was our first Royal Caribbean cruise. We usually cruise with Carnival. In many ways we were sorely disappointed and the experience only became nice for us due to blind luck. Pros and Cons are as follows:
PROS - 1) Casino staff was great. The casino host was exceptional and bent over backwards to accommodate. We spent several thousands of dollars in it.
2) the boat and activity facilities were amazing
Interior was way small. We won an upgrade to a suite that was amazing; however we found out the cost of the suite for the week ranged between 14 - 15k which would be out of our price range.
We embarked from here many times and this was our worst experience ever to get on board.
Been many times. Same ole, same ole. Very consistent.
Actually dirtier and poorer than we thought. It wasn't bad. Wasn't great.
St Maarten was beautiful and an excellent place to visit. Loved the beaches.