Background information: My dad and I booked this cruise for spring break (4/4-4/11) because it was the closest port nearby. The price wasn't the cheapest, but after you buy a plane ticket to Florida to catch a cheaper cruise, this was the better option. We are from Glen Allen, Va. and I was surprised to see two of my classmates on the same cruise! I also feel complied to tell you that I am 12 years old.

Embarkation: The embarkation took 30-45 minutes tops, but that includes parking and getting luggage tags. Parking is around $115 for the week, so do yourself a favor and see if you can find somewhere to park and get a cab or something to drive you to the port. The rooms were ready by 3:00pm.

Cabin/Ship: Our cabin (4203) was a "handicap accessible" and so it was about the same square footage of a suite. The room was nice and clean, with ample closet space and storage. We had a partially obstructed window, but you could still see the ocean and the sky. Though, the safe is very confusing and takes multiple swipes to get it open. The minibar was locked in every room for some reason (and not by request). The ship was very clean, but I found it hard to navigate around the ship on the first and second day. You soon will get the hang of it and find it is very simple. The upper decks were very windy. It then imaginable. Most of the time the front parts were closed due to high winds. Read more