I have not looked forward to explaining my feelings about what Douglas Ward (Berlitz Cruising & Cruise ships) has promoted as "this years star performer". Indeed Mr Ward was on board my cruise for the first few days inspecting, and I spoke with him.
I and my New York taxi driver found the Manhattan terminal a poor start.
We passengers had to pass before the ship's doctor to be asked if we were fever free, and, paperwork complete and drink offered, we were escorted aboard.