It
has been a harsh winter this year, and I’m ready for a bit of warmth and sun.
Cruising at this stage in my life is a perfect get away. I get to see new
places every day, and I don’t have to worry about anything else. It is a stress
free vacation.
As the time nears for my cruise, I check daily to
see if the prices change to my benefit. So far, it's going in the other
direction. However, it reminds me why at
this stage in my life why I really love cruising.
Surrounded by water on all sides, the giant ship glides
along the waves, the water lapping steadily as the ship moves forward.
Mesmerizing. Relaxing. Blissful. All cares are swept away.
If the first day of the cruise is spent at sea, is a
perfect time to relax and take that deep cleansing breath, as your cares glide
away . The early morning is best, before the multitudes wake. That first cup of
coffee and that first gaze at the ocean. There is nothing better than the gentle breeze
and sometimes not so gentle, and that fresh waft of the ocean air. Fresh and
invigorating.
The coffee itch is always satisfied. I'm addicted to
the brew, and fortunately it's served piping hot early every morning. It's not
the best coffee by far, but considering how many people are on board and that
it's continuously flowing, the ambiance makes it more than palatable. By the
way, good coffee is available later in the day for an extra charge.
If your wishes tend toward walking there is a path on
the highest deck, where it's just you, water and the sky. Early in the early
morning twilight is just perfection, and there are fewer people. That is not a
bad way to begin a vacation.
The delightful part of being at sea, is that you can
do as much or as little as you want. There are plenty of planned activities,
from belly dancing, belly flops and I'm sure other belly things, there is
ballroom dancing, and...well, you get the drift. You can be as busy or as
relaxed as you like. It's all up to you.
The staff always on hand to bring fresh coffee,
milk, whatever you need; they are continuously working. By the end of the first
day, the steward will know your name, what you like, if you want coffee
delivered to your cabin, and at what time. It's all part of the training to
make each guest feel at home and welcome. You know what, it works.
The elevators have a plaque on the floor, changed
daily to make sure you know the days of the week; a gentle reminder that you're
on vacation.
Cheers,
Margot Justes
www.mjustes.com
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