We chose this cruise because it was a large newer large ship leaving from Orlando/Port Canaveral. Getting on and off the ship went quicker than expected. It took a little less than a hour for both. The ship was beautiful. You had to find the space that you liked best by exploring the ship early on. There is a place for everyone, you just have to go out there and find it. Cats was long so I would recommend going to a earlier show so you can make it through the second act. All the other shows were very, very good, favorite was Ice Skating Show. The track on deck 5 was great for walking/running. Elevators on the solarium side of the boat seamed to be less busy. The 70's party was fun if you like that type of music. Watch the morning show on TV to find out whats going on every day. Bring a highlighter marker to mark things you want to do everyday. That way you wont miss something you really wanted to see.