This was a 5 day cruise to celebrate a birthday before returning home to the UK. We were a little nervous as we received an email about late boarding due to "sanitation" of the ship? When we were able to get to our cabins a few things were missing but that was soon rectified when we notified our steward.

There were staff everywhere with sanitising lotion and all food outlets had to be served, this caused a delay as it was obvious there was not enough staff. The Windjammer especially was slow .

The main dining room service was good but I agree with a previous reviewer, the dress code has definitely dropped. I don't mind smart casual but it states no shorts or vests but there were numerous diners in shorts and baseball caps, this should be addressed by the maitre de's and not allowed. Shorter cruises definitely attract a different clientele. Read more