We chose it because of Ravings about O’s food. 1. -The buffet always had a better variety than the MDR and the food was usually ok although the chef seems to fear spice. We were expecting food like the photos online..nope, unless you were in a specialty restaurant. + No charge for these, must make reservations. + room service was great… Food and service top notch in room service. + Lobster is plentiful if that’s your jam. + nice to have soft drinks and the coffee bar included in fare. -MDR and buffet don’t open for dinner until 6:30pm.
2. + no kids. + Not crowded. Deck chairs always available. Nice music by pool, no acid rock. :)
3. -cabin and balcony were as expected except for the bathroom which was teeny tiny. I am only 5’ tall 120 pounds and could hardly turn around in the shower. Steward Irena was very good. Lighting is ridiculously low in the bathroom and over the desk.
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Nothing at this port except people bugging you to buy stuff.
We took the BIG BUS which is right outside the port. Viator charges $69, the ship charges $59 and you can buy the ticket on the bus for $49. A great overview of SF with a 2.5 hour loop that crosses the golden gate bridge. Super cold and windy tho so be prepared.