Every single person I've spoken to about our Caribbean cruise has asked me the same question - was it full of old people?
Well, for those wondering, no, it was not.
The old 'newly-wed or nearly dead' stereotype couldn't be further from the truth. You'll soon realise that as you jet-ski, snorkel and zipline your way around the islands.
Cruising is in fact just like backpacking, just with comfier beds and less public transport.
Oh, and your hotel moves as you sleep so you only have to unpack once. For me, this was one of the highlights of my time on board the Britannia.
Much to my other half's dismay, I'd race to the balcony curtains each morning and throw them open, excited to see where our latest adventure would start.
Even on sea days, of which there are very few, the view did not disappoint.
From the moment you touch down in Barbados you can feel that sense of luxury. You get straight off the plane onto a coach, which takes you direct to the ship.
There's no waiting at customs as you do it all when you arrive at the Britannia, and you don't have to spend ages scanning conveyor belts for your suitcase because all luggage is delivered straight to your room.
My only recommendation here is keeping a spare change of clothes in your hand luggage as it can take a few hours for everything to arrive, and the last thing you want is to be in 30C heat in the same things you left England in.
The day we arrived on the ship was actually my birthday, and I was pretty chuffed to discover a birthday card waiting for me in my cabin - a pretty nice touch considering there's 3,000 plus guests on board.
Another thing we were both impressed with was how powerful the shower was - some seriously impressive plumbing, again considering half the time you are in the middle of the ocean.
Moving on to the rest of the ship, which is massive.
In fact if you run around one of the top decks seven times then you've done a mile, 182 laps for a marathon, if you fancy it.
I seriously doubt anyone will take on that last challenge, but for those wanting to keep up their fitness regime there is also a fully kitted out gym, basketball courts, multiple swimming pools and a spa, for after all that strenuous exercise of course.
The spa itself offers a huge range of treatments - acupuncture, facials, waxing, massages.
One tip from me is if you do fancy a treatment, check out the special offers in the onboard newsletter Horizon first. I managed to get a 75-minute 'Toe to Toe' massage for just £73.
Next - the bars. I lost count of how many there were, but trust me, you never have to walk far to rehydrate yourself.
Brodie's Bar is the place for all your sporting needs. As well as live football it is also home to an incredible selection of beers which will impress any cicerone.
It's also where the Battle of the Sexes quizzes and karaoke nights are held, so no matter the time of day, it's always pretty lively.
One of my favourite bars was the Crow's Nest, where, with a cocktail in hand, you can enjoy the sail away in style, waving goodbye to whichever beautiful island you are leaving.
The whole sail away thing is a pretty big deal on board, and the parties are great. Down by the main pool there will be live music and dancing - something that all the family can enjoy.
And if you're peckish at any point, the pool bar also has a constant supply of pizzas, hotdogs, fries, burgers - even a fridge full of sandwiches and salads - to keep you going in between meals.
I must say though one of my favourite things about the Britannia was the amazing restaurants. There's Singhu, which takes Indian cuisine to another level.
Epicurean is an absolute must, when it says it's the ultimate dining experience it means it. Stunning dishes prepared table-side in a gorgeous setting with fantastic service and hopefully, depending who you go with, great company.
Along with the Beach House - which if you like American-style food, is the place to go - these are all included in the price of the cruise, all you have to do is pay a small cover charge on top, which believe me is totally worth it for what you get.
For those who just want to grab something and go, there's the Horizon buffet restaurant which is open breakfast, lunch and dinner and has a huge selection of food to choose from. One recommendation, which was given to me and which I gladly verified, is to try the chicken curry if it's on. Lovely.
Staying on food, let's take you over to The Cookery Club. Several days a week you can take classes with top chefs on how to cook an array of dishes, from Mexican street food to stunning desserts. That in itself is an experience, and the best bit is you get to eat it all. For more details on what's going on during your trip see reception, or often there are leaflets on the main decks.
Now, for the entertainment. If after all that food and wine you still have it in you to dance the night away, that is an option at the late night club.
There's also comedians, singers, dancers - you can even do dinner and a show.
During the day, if you're not out exploring the islands or sunbathing, there is a cinema, constant demos, quizzes, music and of course, deck games.
For the younger ones, there's a kids club which provides a host of activities to keep them occupied.
Now, what to pack.
Well clothes wise, day to day the dress code is as it would be on any other holiday - shorts, t-shirts, flip flops.
Most evenings it tends to be smart casual, so for the gents you'll need a good supply of shirts, but there are several nights which are black tie.
These are advertised in your Horizon newsletter, and although it's not maritime law, you are expected to dress up.
If I'm honest, these were my favourite nights - any excuse to get dolled up on wack on a posh frock!
