We found the embarkation to be okay but it didn't run as smoothly as Sydney. ( our hometown).
The ship Aria we found to be very small compared to other cruise ships we have been on. These are the points we enjoyed about the boat.
* Small & intimate - easy to get around.
We enjoyed our spacious suite, especially the large dressing room with plenty of wardrobe space. The bathroom was your typical shower over the bath with limited space.
The balcony was a fabulous size with plenty of room for 2 deck chairs & table & 4 chairs which was greatly appreciated when having breakfast on the balcony.
The room needed an updating as it was a little old fashioned however the king size bed was extremely comfortable.