This was our first transatlantic cruise.  We took it because we wanted to see Ireland and Scotland. This cruise not only stopped there but gave us some other wonderful ports at a reasonable price. 

We did not book a hotel in Copenhagen through Princess (that is where the cruise started) and I waited too long so I had a lot of trouble getting a room.  There were two international conferences that weekend so everything was taken.  I recommend you book hotel rooms as soon as you book your cruise.  We also had a great aft balcony but if you get sea sick at all, stay mid ship.

Our family ranging in age from 67-7 months went on their first family cruise and we had a GREAT time!!!  We had three window rooms (I would not take a balcony with young children) right next to each other.  On night we used baby monitors while we stayed in an adult room and the children slept.  Our 3 year old loved Camp Carnival.  The 2 and 3 year olds along with parents and grandparents marched through the ship with the Dr. Seuss parade.  I just heard that  the 3year old is still chanting "Dr. Seuss on the loose"!

The dining room staff was excellent. After one night, they had the children's food ready for them when we entered the dining.  That kept them busy!