I wanted to experience ports in the Mediterranean and this cruise offered the ones I wanted to see. The ship after being updated is very nice. My cabin was a guarantee balcony 5120 that was very nice. It was midship which turned out to be great when we had a very rough sea day. Holland America diverted the cruise from Calvi to Ajaccio due to the fact that using tenders would have been dangerous for both passengers and crew. It turned out to be a much more enjoyable port than Calvi. Dining was very good. There were only two nights when I ate in the Lido based on looking at the main dining room menu and not finding anything to my liking. As always, the HAL crew was very good. Cabin stewards and dining stewards were all friendly and attentive to needs. I only used one excursion from the ship. Private providers for three others based on price, group size, and activities. I remain disappointed that Holland no longer has libraries on their ships. The old Crow's Nest area now seems to be a wasteland. It used to be a wonderful place to spend time, especially on sea days.