Sailed in July 2019. Our fifth time on the Seaside and our best to date. Embarkation was quick and painless and we were on board within 15-20 minutes. We were met by our butler in the Top Sail and he took our carry-on luggage immediately to our stateroom so that we could relax. Booked spa and shows within 15 minutes, then went had a leisurely lunch up on the one pool deck. We then went to our room, where our checked luggage was already waiting for us. Muster drill was in the theater and everyone was actually quiet and listened. Many times that does not happen. We had a balcony cabin and it was very spacious for the two of us, with ample storage and a large shower in the bathroom.

New things this cruise in the Yacht Club was the addition of a stir fry station at the pool on the first sea day, and a cooking demonstration and pasta station on the second sea day. Also added are two new signature dishes on elegant nights. They were delicious! A deck party in the evening has also been added on the one pool deck. For eastern itineraries, it is a dinner buffet and for western itineraries, it is a cocktail buffet with hor d'oeuvres. There is also live music and dancing.

Service was outstanding both within and outside of the Yacht Club. We did see the shows and enjoyed them although we had seen some previously. We also enjoyed the Seaview lounge and the Piazza on deck 6, as well as the Venchi Chocolate Bar. Read more