hI LJD, I think the Olivia experience should come with a government health warning, its frightening how you want more, as per a different post topic response, the friendships are awesome, the ship 12 stories + of luxury, idylic surroundings, a laugh a minute, not enough hours in the day, food as far as the eye can see, parties, the chats, the laughter. No one leaves you on your own, unless you want some quiet time. Just returned from Western Caribbean my first cruise my first Olivia holiday, I booked here immediately almost...lol relax enjoy, get yourself there the most stressful part and be prepared for the Olivia bug.