The Ship: I give a 10/10 to the ship. I have realized that small-ship cruising is the ultimate. You get know most of your travel companions in a few days and then you are just one big happy family partying 24/7. I would recommend the owners to provide some shade on one side of the pool and outside La Palette.

Dining: I give a 10/10. All three restaurants served up delightful meals. Hats-off to you Executive Chef Stephane Palluaud. Each and every meal was spectacular. Chef Jean-Pierre Vigato, your recipes were reproduced flawlessly. I will definitely visit Apicius on my next visit to Paris. Imagine having a 2-star Michelin meal on board a cruise ship!!! Luis Alvarez, thank you for giving us a chance to taste the various menus.

Entertainment: I give a 6/10. The four acts: Steve Wood, Angie Lang, Gustavo Vierini and the Polynesian song and dance troupe were wonderful. However, I feel that there should be at least 2 more acts for a 13/14 day cruise. Read more