We did early for 3 cruises then switched to late and absolutely love it!!! When others are leaving the pool we’re still there relaxing. We pick up little snacks and leisurely get ready. Sometimes watch the sunset from verandah depending on time of year.
We enjoy the earlier shows, more relaxed pace at dinner and then sometimes go for a walk, to trivia or a movie before calling it a night.
For our family the later dinner allows the entire day to be more relaxed from the moment we wake up until we go to bed.