First a quick overview: We are a family of three from MN, me (37), DH (44), and DD (16), and this was our first cruise ever. We splurged for a Grand Suite for the 1/9/11 Freedom of the Seas W. Caribbean sailing.
PRE-EMBARKATION/EMBARKATION:
Flew into MCO 1/8, arriving at 11:30 that morning. Had reservations for a HERTZ rental, so we headed there after getting our luggage. Small issue when we went to get our vehicle - the agent sent us to the wrong HERTZ garage (terminal B instead of terminal A). Easy fix though, they drove our vehicle over to us from the other garage. We splurged for the SUV and were happy with what we got for around $100.
Nice location for this GS. Being starboard side, we had good views at all ports. This cabin is within a reasonable distance to both the CL and elevators. There is a connecting stateroom for this one as well, and we did not notice any noise coming from the adjoining room (could have just had quiet neighbors too).