The embarkation process was the first clue how different this ship would be from others I have been on. Lines and lines and lines of people in a small space. Once we got on board, the same thing was evident at the elevators, the pool deck-everywhere. If that’s not your thing, go discover the quiet areas quickly (the Spice H2O area is adults-only and nice, but get there early!) The admonition to not save deck chairs is a joke-they are saved everywhere.

The variety of foods in the various specialty restaurants is good, but you pay for it if you don’t have that perk in your package. Also good is the variety of bar entertainment, where you’re able to choose from several offerings each night. Is it terrific? No-but it’s fine.

We didn’t do any shore excursions and didn’t even get off the ship in Cozumel. There were nine ships in port and we heard from those who went ashore that it completely overwhelmed the town. Read more