We stayed in Ft. Lauderdale as it is close to the Miami Port and better suited to our travel style.A Go suttle from the Ft. Lauderdale airport is less than $25 per person and very convienent.
Embarkation was quick and smooth.Probably 1/2 hour until we were on the ship.As is the case, the first few hours is crazy as everyone is trying to explore the ship and to have lunch.
We got to our cabin early and the bags were delivered before we expected them.
Very noisey until 11:30 pm. Good for the younger crowd as it is close to everything.