After an overnight flight from Heathrow, immigration at Dubai was swift and organised. Lots of cruise staff to guide you through the airport and onto awaiting coaches. Travelled short journey to the Hyatt near the port for breakfast refreshments, arriving shortly before 9. 30. Hotel very organised and check in staff available to issue cruise documents. Red carpet treatment for us Emeralds.
Departed hotel just prior to 11 with priority passes and walked straight through pier terminal and onto ship.
Cabins are not available till 1pm so passed out time in the Centrum.
1526 - lovely and bright, with no overhang that the junior suites adjacent have. close to elevator but quiet with lobby area above between solarium and hair salon. handy for pool and spa and windjammer. very little movement felt at sea although my first choice is always a cabin toward the rear, I did like it and would choose again. bathroom still fresh looking. two chairs and small table on narrow balcony. good views on sailaway. flat screen tv. you travel backwards when lying on bed. bed next to window, small sofa and ample wardrobe space. would recommend.