The time was way too early but we were awake anyway. Diurnal cycles and time zones must be mortal enemies.
By check out time (11AM) we had coffee, watched the news, twice at least, a couple of episodes of one TV show or another, showered, had breakfast and more coffee, taken two walks, picked up snacks, had a snack, took another snack, checked out, ate a quick lunch with more coffee then sat down in the hotel lobby to await transportation to the port.
Marriott has been renovating this property. Looks like the style is to be “trendy”. I suppose the target is millennials but the view in the lobby today suggests geriatrics.
By 1PM we were on board the Star Princess.
The process was smooth and quick. We found the ice cream shop while on our walk about. 
Our luggage arrived later than on past cruises but we were settled in by 5 PM.
The evening began. Wine and dinner with a couple of friends from this cruise last year. First we listened to our friend “Tiki Dave” perform with his steel guitar, eventually we managed to find a quartet that was truly danceable.
All things considered, it was a great day.