All in all the cruise was a positive and fun experience. As this was our first cruise on HAL ( 6 others on Princess).
The embarkation was very smooth as it was well planned. Thus smaller groups of passengers were boarding at one time.
We had booked what was to be a balcony room but it turned out to have a small Juliette balcony...no room for any furniture. The room was smaller than I had anticipated. Storage was amble and the bathroom - with tub - was good.
Quiet location. Near the Crow's Nest ( but not a lot of noise ) and library. Not a true balcony room. Good storage but smaller than expected.