just returned from 12 nights on the ncl jade... beautiful ship.. not to big, not to small, just right. we had a mini suite 11544 with plenty of storage space and nice size balcony.. I had a deck chair delivered and enjoyed the quiet time.. the only negative on cabin was 2 calls for toilet problems, which was corrected...we ate most meals in grand pacific and blue lagoon, which were all good.. was not fond of the buffet area or the food there, always too crowded..disappointed that ncl has stopped serving shrimp cocktail, not once on the menu...no lobster nite without paying extra $24.95...we found the ship to be very clean everywhere.. never went in to any public bathroom that wasn't spotless.. look forward to cruising on the jade again after refurbish.. would love to see more 12 nite cruises...we had a great trip... cant wait to cruise again on the ncl jade...