There are pros and cons to cruising on the America, a new ship in the American Cruise Line company. My cruise was seven nights. I have cruised on four different lines over the years.

The pros are simple. New ship, new furniture, reasonable spacious rooms, balconies, friendly staff (Lacey and Jennifer were good cruise directors), outstanding lecturer (Bill), wonderful flexible singer (Laura), smooth ride, and good Internet most of the time. The shore excursions were ok but not great.

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