This was our first small ship cruise and we much preferred it to larger ships. We sailed on Windstar's Star Breeze and every single member of the crew we met was engaging, helpful and exuded happiness. The smaller ship allowed us to see many crew members several times a day and were regularly served by the same waiters during meals, which makes for a more intimate experience ...and also harder to say goodbye at the end of the cruise. Our ocean view suite was very spacious and beautifully appointed with a separate sitting/tv area ensuite and a bathroom with twin washbasins. Our window was also much larger than any windows we have seen on larger ships in non-balcony rooms. The ships amenities were brilliant and the variety of public areas allowed you to be alone or with as many other passengers as you liked, truly living up to Windstar's claim that you will feel like you are aboard your own private yacht. Their open bridge policy is also fantastic and allowed us to interact with the officers and Captain in a very relaxed manner.