First cruise. New experience to share with partner. The excursions were the best part for me, and seeing the New York skyline and sharing views with fellow guests. Loved Canada and Bar Harbor. Unfortunately it rained heavily in Portland. Wish that stays at each port could have been extended to 8pm est to allow for more individual sightseeing. Very much enjoyed the excursions and my own individual explorations. So glad to have gotten a taste of Atlantic Canada. I will return someday for a longer stay. Loved buffet breakfasts, and dinner! The entertainment aboard was superb, and the courtesy of all the staff, and how this was picked up by guests was impressive. So nice to meet other guests from around U.S. and the world.

I enjoy exploring. As my first cruise, I explored this mode of vacationing, and the excursions enabled me to see Hopewell Rocks in St. John Bay of Fundy, for which I am grateful. I also explored the Immigrant Museum in Halifax, and the Art Gallery of Halifax, whichbI strongly recommend.