Todd, you've got all the good info above. I would only add that I definitely would do SeaDream in the Caribbean. Would not do a crossing. I had quite enough of the "bobbing cork" experience off the Brazil/Uruguay coast. I loved the water sport's platform. Equipment was up=to=date & the crew was very helpful. It would be great to do dives, Wes, with this set-up, (editing to add: but they may not offer scuba from ship like the Paul Gauguin. They do, however, offer dive excursions). It's EASY to acclimate to the size of the ship. Love the top deck for sunning, breakfast, lunch, great bar, & friendly atmosphere. Met several couples who are diehard SeaDreamers. Yes, for the right itinerary, I would do SeaDream again in a heartbeat!