Personal Background:
We're from the Los Angeles area, and this was probably our 10th cruise and fourth with our 14 year old son with us. First time on NCL and first time to the Baltic. Previous lines included Princess, Holland America, Carnival, and Celebrity. We like them all, but Princess is probably our favorite line by a small margin. It just feels a little more elegant, maybe. We've traveled to some of the usual places: Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico, Panama Canal, around Cape Horn, but never in Europe. We have two older daughters, who used to cruise with us, but they're off on their own now, so it's just us and our 14 year old son. We like the bigger ships for their stability and variety.
Travel to and from Embarkation:
Great location: One deck down from the formal dining room and two decks down from the showroom. Close to elevator bank, but not so close that you hear people and elevators. Has a large porthole with no obstructions and no promenade deck. Usual small closets and bathroom, but really very typical and not a problem. Room was quiet and peaceful.