We arrived at Port of Miami from Ft. Lauderdale (25 minute shuttle provided by SAS $15/person). Using the Faster to the Fun program, we quickly processed through to the waiting area and were provided a Priority Boarding placard.

We set foot upon the Victory at about 11:45 AM and set about visiting Guest Services for limiting the amounts our children could spend on the Sign and Sail cards. I also visited the Excursion desk across the lounge area in order to verify our cabana at Half Moon Cay. Computers were still down at Excursion desk so we headed up to Lido deck for food. There were so many people attempting to use elevators that we resorted to stairs; ultimately we would climb from Riviera (1) to Lido (9) many, many times the first day.

Although the Victory is not new, it is large with many features we enjoyed including a Spa (save time and enjoy a pedi or massage on day 1), a nicely equipped gym, kids clubs and shops. However it is also its size that makes it a little nerve racking for anyone uncomfortable with large crowds. Think Disneyworld on a busy summer day. It is very difficult to find a spot that isn't crowded from hours of 5-6 AM. Read more