Hi Ewokdude. Well, this was the second time we cruised on her. The Monarch was our very first cruise, in a outside stateroom, back in June 2003. Both times we thought the Monarch was great. It does have a somewhat of a "party boat" reputation, cause it is a quick get away I guess. On both trips, at Ensenada, did I notice it had more of a party boat feel. The younger (college kids), were pretty drunk on the Monarch when we left Ensenada. Most of the younger college girls had "Papas and Beer" bumper stickers plastered on their shirts, usually over their cleavage area. They were pretty rowdy, but tolerable I thought. Enertaining to watch, and remember my crazy, younger days. Anyways, the Monarch is in dry dock now, or going there very soon. I heard they are taking out the Jade sushi bar, and putting in a Johnny Rockets. The first night we were in "The Circuit", it was pretty dead at first, but slowly picked up. They have a band/DJ there. Every night after that, it was more happening. They did not have lobster on the formal night, because it was a 4 day cruise I was told. We thought the service on board was great. I did not hang out in the Boleros lounge. The Scooner bar, was great. By the way, the Midway aircraft carrier, is right next to the Monarch when she docks in San Diego. It is $15 per adult. I thought it was awesome, if you are into that kind of stuff. Anyways, I hope this helps. If you have any specific questions, let me know. I will do my best to answer them. Enjoy the Monarch of the Seas. Lil' Lori
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