First time sailing the Hawaiian Islands. Accompanied by husband, sister & spouse, brother & spouse. Sister & husband's first cruise & were celebrating their 25th anniversary. Stayed at the Aston Waikik Beach Hotel as part of the Pleasant Holidays package pre & post cruise. Great experience.

Have to say much of the negatives about the ship were the same echoed by other postings. Casual, "not aiming to please" attitude from younger American crew members. Maintenance issues on decks ie un-replaced tiles, rust, chipped paint.

Aloha Buffet was constantly out of coffee cups and drink cups. They do not have trays in the buffet, which made for numerous trips. Liked the sandwich bar for going on shore. Had brought our own baggies and had gotten a free softside cooler from the hotel to use. Read more