The small ship experience provides a close relationship with staff. You get to know them and it is a family. I am not sure I would repeat the small ship, missed the international cafe!! The entertainment is close and personal, providing an enjoyable experience, very different than the larger ships.The pool area has nice double loungers and thick cushions. The ship is beautiful and reminds me of the old school ships; wood everywhere.
We had three rough days before ever hitting the Atlantic. It was like a ghost town on the ship. The staff was out and about ensuring that passengers were all doing ok.
One dining room with two sittings.