What an amazing trip. The weather was perfect until Auckland. We missed 2 ports. Hilo due to the volcano eruption and Bay of Islands due to bad weather. Disappointing but could not be helped. We did some awesome shore excursions. The best was to visit a motu in Morea and then to swim with sting rays and sharks. The best thing to do if you get the opportunity. The device all over the ship was excellent as was the food. Good to see they have installed hand washing station in Horizon Court but need to police it more as some of the passengers could not be bothered to eah thier hands or us the sanitizer before entering. Easy to see why the sickness spread through the ship. Take a jumper to the Princess Theatre as the air conditioning was freezing at times. The entertainment was a little ordinary at times but did have some excellent guest entertainers.The trip was great value for for money. We enjoyed it so much we have booked again for the 2020 trip.
Felt a little tight at times but great position. A little noisy at tender ports as the life boat would be used but that made us get up and get ready for the day. The bed and pillows amazing The best sleep I have ever had on any ship.
Embarkation
Walked around and caught the $2 trolley bus around. Tip takes small USD as no change given on transport.
What I thought the islands would be like.
Beautiful Island water great.
We jumped on the hop on hop off bus. Make sure you have a swim at Turtle Beach.
A lot of construction going on in the city. Noisy.