We chose this cruise because of the date and itinerary.
We were traveling with our older kids, in their 20s.
Embarkation was OK, but it always feels a bit disappointing when there is no one to even great you as you walk on board. If you are a new cruiser, you don't really know where to go, what to do. There was no one on board as we walked in.
We loved our cabin. Location was great, near the forward elevator. There was occasionally a bit of noise, but not really enough to disturb us. As this was spring break, there were lots of teens running around the ship and this was the cause of the noise.
The bathtub was amazing, bigger than the one I have at home. Balcony was quite big.
We took an independent excursions on a Banana bus. It was great.
We had arranged for a private intro to diving lesson. AMAZING, is the only word I can think of.
We went to Mambo Beach. It was beautiful, a bit crowded but amazing water.
Very crowded. Watch your bill as all of us got double charged for our drinks purchased. We had the drink package, but you had to pay for the souvenir cup. 4 of us bought it and four of us were charged for it twice.
The arrival at the port is a big of a gong show. If you have ever cruised before, be prepared to be yelled all by the port staff. The luggage handlers were great and very grateful for the small tip I gave them.