Yay!
We were on the 10am All Stars Shuttle from the La Quinta to the ship. Security at Port Everglades once again seemed tight, if the back up and long wait we encountered was any indication. (Someone must have answered "yes" to the "do you have any weapons" question!). Once here, we had no wait to check in and were immediately directed to go upstairs. There is an Elite and Suite Lounge, but it filled before we arrived at 11am, and we're sitting just outside of it. No matter- there are no snacks or coffee or even water (which I was hoping for) in there.
We received a notice at check in that, although boarding should begin at 11:30am, and we can drop off our carry on luggage in our cabins, they won't be ready until shortly after 12:30pm. Whether this is a one off, or the new standard practice, I'm not certain.
Our first plan is to have lunch in the dining room; afterwards, G is hoping to meet with the maître d' about our dinner arrangements. Then...EXPLORE! We've seen so many photos, read so many reviews. Finally, a chance to see for ourselves.
I'll post as time and Internet allow. :-)