My husband and I have travelled quite extensively but have only cruised once before many years ago on a short cruise to Mexico. My husband prefers the more adventurous travelling, avoiding the tourist spots and visiting 'real' places so I was surprised when he agreed on this trip. The Panama Canal has always been a dream destination for me and it did not disappoint.

We are not the typical cruise passenger, I should say. We don't drink or gamble or take in the spa luxuries. We travel on a budget and we probably had one of the lowest total costs for anyone on this ship but I can guarantee you that no one had more fun!

The ship was beautiful and had everything we could ask for. Our stateroom was much nicer than we expected (as we knew we were probably in one of the cheapest on the ship and did not have high hopes for it). Our room stewards were warm and helpful. Read more