Wanted to try something different than HAL and Princess. Friends raved about food and service on X, found it to be equal, but no better. Killer was no inside cigar lounge and only one outside area for heaters.

Cabin steward excellent, one of the best ever. Loved the cabin, except for folding storage.

BLU was uneven. Breakfast always good, dinner was hit and miss. The chefs tried too hard and failed a few times. Breakfast service was outstanding, dinner was always 1.5 hours or more for 3-4 courses. Staff well trained and hard working but overwhelmed by the number of guests to be served, appears to be a staffing issue. Read more