Jan, I would do deck six as close to mid ship as well. I think this is a good choice. You are two decks down to the restaurant and embarkation/debarkation point on a port intensive cruise. One deck up and you are at the Terrace cafe, one deck down and you are at the shops, pursers desk, excursion desk, etc. If you were in a warm climate to enjoy the pool I would say deck eight because it is the pool deck. Also, it doesn't matter whether you are portside or starboard on this cruise, because it alternates directions.

Actually we were in Portofino as well in April last year and you are right it is breathtaking. We are looking forward to going back.

You know, I haven't yet been on RSSC, but have heard that other than the drinks, things are quite similar. RSSC sailors that have been on the Whisper said that if you closed your eyes you would swear that you were on the Navigator, that they were almost identical ships, built in the same shipyard. Some things that I have seen that have been different from the Whisper to the RSSC ships are the baths. The Whisper has double vanities and a seperate shower and bathtub. Oh, caviar is free on SS also, but I really don't care for it that much. Other than that, I really couldn't tell you. Ngaire and Linda would know because they have done both, as well as Olivia here on the boards.

Marcie, I know it is hard to find one that fits, but maybe their will be an SS cruise in your future. We are looking forward to being on MUSH together with you and our other LCT friends. It is going to be a blast. I'm not sure that the other passengers are going to be ready for us. I think I counted 90 in our group so far. Can that be right?