Before we left, I read all the reviews and all I could think was maybe it wasn't a good idea taking this ship, but isn't your vacation what you make it? If you are planning on complaining all the time, then why even go? Yes, this is an older ship, so what!! The bands were good, the food was great and the service exceptional! The staff even knew us by name. I traveled with 9 other people and we all had a blast! There is only a couple of places to eat, but who cares, because the meals were wonderful and you were always able to get something. Dinner was fun and entertainment during it was even better. Drinks are no more expensive than at a bar anywhere else, just ask for your drinks in a regular cup and not in a souvenir cup. Rent scooters in the Bahamas and you get to see the entire island for only $50!!! We had the time of our lives on this ship. Just remember, you are not in your room hardly at all, and since the ship is smaller you get to meet tons of people and have a great time!!