I have cruised many times before on various cruise lines, this was the first time i ventured out alone! I was concerned about being in the minority being English, and there were only a few English people on board. However, all nationalities were friendly, Italians, Croations, French, American, Japanese, the only race i found to be rude, in general, i'm afraid were the Germans. I don't know why but they do seem to be very rude and act in a superior manner and were the least friendly people.

The ship itself was absolutely beautiful, very modern but not brash.... lovely decor. Cabins were spacious with plenty of room for clothes, and suitcases fitted nicely under the bed. Cabin was kept spotless and unlike other cruises i have had, the staff cleaning the cabins were very discrete, making sure they never disturbed you and seemed to learn your movements, ie. leaving and returning.

Most staff on board were very friendly, some not so, but that's just down to people's personalities i think. All were very helpful. The entertainment staff could be a little annoying at times! but they were young and trying to get us old ones motivated!!! This cruise, being later on in the year, was probably mostly older people averaging about 65! I felt quite young at 56!! Very few children on baord and very few younger people, but that was ok with me. Kept things quiet! Read more