I read so many reviews that helped me, I thought it was time for me to help others.

We left Miami on January 8, 2005. The embarkation process was very quick and easy. The only unexpected thing was that my American passport was not taken, but my husband's non-American (Canadian) passport was taken from him, and not returned until disembarkation time a week later. We were not expecting this.

Our cabin, an outside one on deck 4 (lowest), was just fine. Plenty of room for everything. We had no trouble moving the two twin beds together -- the beds are on wheels. Our stewards were extremely friendly and helpful throughout the week. When I first went on the ship, I was wondering about the automatic tipping -- but the staff deserved every cent -- they were wonderful and friendly at all times. Read more