Although we have sailed with RCCL several times this was the first time my husband and I sailed from Bayonne NJ on the Anthem of the Seas. Based on some of the reviews I didn't know what to expect, maybe it was the time of the year but for a ship that size it didn't feel crowded, the service was great, and except for it being too cold in the cabin and around the ship at times, we will definitely be booking a family trip on the Anthem of the Sea.
By connecting on Cruise Critic I had the opportunity to attend the Mix and Mingle and do the cabin crawl, if you get the chance do this, well organized.
As a "senior" I didn't do many of the physical activities but loved watching the activities in the SeaPlex, the dance classes and Spectra's Cabaret. 270 was our favorite spot to just hang out...…….the bonus was the weather was great for all port days!!.
Larger than the older RCCL ships we have been on. at times had trouble regulating the temperature. Cabin Steward was awesome.