It's the 2nd time we have been on the Navigator of the Seas. It is looking a bit tired and in need of a refit now (especially some of the soft furnishings) but it's still a great looking ship.

We picked the Navigator as it's very convenient to sail out of Southampton - drive down, park in car park where your luggage is picked up and straight onto the ship - swift embarkation. Disembarkation we always hate - trying to find luggage in the large warehouse (there is always one piece of our luggage which ends up in the wrong 'pile' despite having the right number tag) and trying to find a trolley.

Our cabin was a little tired looking but kept wonderfully clean by our stateroom attendant. Wouldn't cruise without a balcony - love having that extra bit of space and great to sit and soak up the sun's rays. Read more