Having sailed the Caribbean several times, the ENCHANTMENT OF THE SEAS unique 8-DAY ATLANTIC ITINERARY is what sold us on this cruise. Even historically, I have never seen another ship that combined Bermuda with two excellent ports in New England -- Boston and Newport. These ports were nicely couched between three beautiful sea days. Flying in from Charlotte to Baltimore we were among the rare travelers on the Enchantment of the Seas that did not park at the cruise port or participate in a Park Sleep Cruise program at a local hotel. Please refer to my port review for Baltimore for detailed information that you might find helpful on your pre-cruise stay.
BALTIMORE CRUISE TERMINAL -- EMBARKATION
Here is a tip for those that are taking a hotel shuttle to the port. If you travel lightly as we do, with carry-ons only, make sure to tell the hotel shuttle driver that you want to carry your own bags onto the ship. They will put them on the shuttle last so that you can get to them at the port. For most people the fact that larger luggage is processed directly onto the ship is a real advantage.
Surprisingly quiet for it's location under the Boleros Lounge. Category L is only 6 square feet larger than the basic inside category. Not really enough to warrant the added cost. Good storage. Cheap soap and shampoo are the only amenities. One small scale overstuffed chair and one desk chair are the only seating. Adjoining door in the room though the deck plan does not show this. In good shape.