What does not get old for you?

[brd1121]

I leave in 18 days and all of these things are making me SO EXCITED!!!!

My best friend and I are teachers and this cruise will be our second spring break with drink packages. Last year, we tried (but failed because we made awesome friends at the pool bar) to get a drink at every bar before the muster drill! This might sound bad to those who don't drink, but we live 20 minutes from port and board very early- does that help???

So-- drinking without worrying how we are getting home, never gets old!

[payitforward]

1. When we first get on the ship, we go straight to the Sky Bar and try to make sure everyone has a drink in their hand by noon. Then we toast saying "you can't drink all day if you don't start in the morning." (Which is ironic because none of us are big drinkers these days.)
   
2. I still love the ambiance, service and food choices in the MDR.
   
3. Coming back to the cabin after a morning by the pool and finding everything clean and fresh.
   
4. Meeting new friends in the casino in the evening.
   
5. Falling asleep to the soft rocking of the ship.
   

In the past, I've also enjoyed the total darkness of an interior cabin, allowing me to sleep as long as I want. I have my first balcony in less than two weeks, and I'm sure I'll love that just as well.

[pennielz]

1. Walking up the gangway.

2. The first drink of the cruise.

3. Dinner in the dinning room.

4. The Solarium on a sea day.

5. Sitting on the balcony watching the ocean go by.

[trev71]

Never get sick of a sunrise at sea, Ive never seen a sunset, Always in the dining room

[PSCruiser]

Another vote for Captain's dismissal from muster drill.

Also, when in warm waters, watching for flying fish from promenade deck.

[jaspercat]

Add me to the list of that first Bong of the Seapass card! Never gets old.

 

My first Wildberry Lavaflow and the glass (or two) of Champagne while out on the balcony for sail-away.

 

The 70's Party -- been there and don't a miss it -- love the atmosphere.

 

And one other -- meeting my always fabulous cabin steward!

 

 

[sha88]

The first time I see the ship I am going to board. Love that first look, just like my first cruise feeling.

[Fat Paul]

Watching my wife unplug. She is a serious type-A, almost never relaxes. It is fun to watch the transformation.

[GonnaSailtoo]

Walking along Deck Four and watching the waves as the ship plows through the water--Magic!

Leaving Sunday on the Freedom :)

[Buccaneergirl]

i love the silent party.

 

sitting on my balcony and hearing the ocean with a drink in my hand.

[Funbobby68]

Have to say , have really become fond of watching a movie on the big screen sipping a few drinks , didn't think Casablanca could get any better but it did

[BecciBoo]

That's a one word answer....well maybe 2...

 

Big Blue-the water, never get tired of watching it, swimming in it and being mesmerized by it! Puts me in my place....small:D

 

And the excitement of walking the gangway and hearing Brrrring!:D

[luvscruising2007]

I never get tired of the bong of the seapass card.

Love to watch the waves slap against the side of the ship and the wake the ship leaves behind; great view from the Windjammer, especially on Radiance class.

But, probably my number one is all the planning. Love it and since each ship is different and each port is different there is always a lot to learn.

[sandytex]

I always look forward to walking onto the ship for the first time, always takes my breath away.

Also, Sail Away, especially when they blow the ships horn!

And taking in the ocean from the balcony at night - the smell of the ocean, the sound of the waves, the stars!!

Can't imagine that will ever get old.

[davekathy]

If we had to pick just one thing it would be the first night on the Cruise ship in bed. At that moment it all seems to slow down and now it’s time to relax and enjoy the journey.

[reallyhooked]

As a frequent cruiser (almost D+), we have a lot of "Been there, done that" moments on every cruise. Like I can happily nap through the Belly Flop contest and ice carving demonstrations. Can miss the Welcome Show and Love and Marriage.

 

There are a few things that don't get old for me. For instance, the 70's dance party on the Promenade. Yes, it's the same every time, but I always make it a point to go and enjoy the music and dancing.

 

So for you experienced cruisers out there, what are some of your been there, done thats and what are some of your never gets old?

 

When I hear "welcome back"

[VacationsRme]

The sound of the ships horn when we are leaving.

[The Sain]

Sitting on a foward deck at sunrise with a hot cup of coffee as we pull into a new port (its very peaceful and quiet)

 

Daily quiet time in the Sauna

 

Watching the running of the drunks as we are getting ready to leave a port....its a total hoot!

 

Saddest part - getting up at 0-dark thirty on last day and having to endure the infamous RCI exit strategy.:eek:

[Philly Steve]

Love walking into the Centrum while boarding and thinking about the days/nights ahead.

 

Also, hearing the three tone PA chime for the first time. :)

[BillOh]

Cruising.........period.

 

Sitting by the pool, occasional dip, not going to work that day. Sitting on my balcony as we come into port, or on a top deck as we depart.

[jimandtoni]

The very first morning watching the sunrise....the ship is so quiet, there is always a warm slightly salty breeze breaking over the bow of the ship, and off on the horizon St "Somewhere" floats on the bright blue waters.

Sunset is also something I never get tired of on a ship.

When I am on a ship, as the song says......"I watch the sun as it comes up; I watch it as it sets; Yes, this is as good as it gets."

Edited February 26, 2015 by jimandtoni

[OrlandoD]

parking that cell phone in the safe - you are dismissed from the muster drill.

standing on the balcony watching the ship cut through the waves (flying fish!)

full moon shining on the water

knowing I have my Honey all to myself (afternoon "naps" ;))

standing on the deck while the ship comes in to a port.

 

 

PS Cozumel Shuffle is not near as much fun anymore since pedicabs became available...

Edited February 26, 2015 by OrlandoD
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[LMaxwell]

Labadee sailaway.

[lawgirl]

I never get tired of formal nights.... I know I am in the minority, but I love to put on a gown and see DH in a tux and then get a drink and people watch.:)

 

That moment when the luggage is all unpacked....big sigh.... let the relaxation begin.

[susancruzs]

The whole experience, 30+ years after my first cruise, never gets old, walking onboard puts a major smile on my face. Cruising to me is the ultimate vacation!