Sha Anan Tranquil Posted September 8, 2016 #1 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Having never cruised and being one who enjoys watching the waves, sky and stars: Is there time and place to sit on deck and draw, read or just watch the waves? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted September 8, 2016 #2 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Sure...you'll have to scope out the ship, but there will be "quiet" areas that aren't teeming with people! Those places will vary due to time of day, weather, passenger mix, etc....you simply will have to wander about until you find a spot you like! Obviously, the pool decks will NOT be quiet! But, the promenade deck usually has few folks being noisy....you might not be alone, but you won't be disturbed. At night, your balcony (if you have one) will be the place to star-gaze....or some of the upper decks...windy, but quiet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted September 8, 2016 #3 Share Posted September 8, 2016 There are always quiet places to be found on ships. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted September 8, 2016 #4 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Even on our wildest cruises we've always been able to find a quiet place. Research ships carefully as some seem to have more outdoor space than others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie J. Posted September 8, 2016 #5 Share Posted September 8, 2016 (edited) Welcome! Some ships, Carnival for one, have adult only areas with no kids, no smoking of any kind. Carnival's are the Serenity deck but depending on the ship, some Serenity areas can be noisy with Lido deck activities below the deck. In that case just go to the very front of the Serenity deck. Carnival has a pool and/or hot tubs here- with NO kids! On Princess you must pay to use the adult only deck! You can usually find quiet areas on all the ships especially in the bow (front) or stern (back) of the ship. Edited September 8, 2016 by Bonnie J. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spookwife Posted September 8, 2016 #6 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Stargazing is problematic unless they have a spot without any ambient lighting. Helo deck is often a good spot. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted September 8, 2016 #7 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Welcome to Cruise Critic. There are always places on ships to sit in a quiet place and relax and do whatever you want to do. On Embarkation either take the ships quicky tour or walk around on your own -- check out all the decks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sequim88 Posted September 8, 2016 #8 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Stargazing is problematic unless they have a spot without any ambient lighting. Helo deck is often a good spot. Typically this is the bow area and as such is kept dark in order to not wreck night vision of bridge officers above. My go to spot (when allowed) for sky watching at night - not just for stars but especially for satellites and the occasional meteorite. Access varies by ship and policies. Check deck plans for the particular ship. There are usually some odd places that are not obvious - sometimes an open deck area between sections of balconies. Best to ask about the ship on the forum for the particular cruiseline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic6318 Posted September 8, 2016 #9 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Having never cruised and being one who enjoys watching the waves, sky and stars: Is there time and place to sit on deck and draw, read or just watch the waves? Hi there Welcome to cruise critic If you go to the upper decks at sunrise or sunset there will be few people to be seen. If you wait till the stars are out, you might find yourself alone. During the day of course there will be more people about, but if you are really trying to find a secluded place, it isn't that hard. have a great cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Hag Posted September 8, 2016 #10 Share Posted September 8, 2016 I've always found the quietest places at the top of the most stair steps. Could there be a connection? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NMLady Posted September 9, 2016 #11 Share Posted September 9, 2016 Having never cruised and being one who enjoys watching the waves, sky and stars: Is there time and place to sit on deck and draw, read or just watch the waves? Yes, I've been able to do that on every ship we've cruised on and we rarely have our own balcony. If nowhere else the library is usually available and quiet. I've also been able to find a bar lounge chair in a quiet area near a window. And one end of the buffet, outside of meal hours, is often an option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie001 Posted September 9, 2016 #12 Share Posted September 9, 2016 So far (3 cruises, 2 booked) we've never had a balcony, but most of our cruising involves sitting somewhere on a deck watching the ocean go by. I find the majority of people are interested in activities, which tend to be concentrated in various areas, and you can always find a quiet spot somewhere away from the crowd. When cruisers tell you that you can do as much or as little as you want to, it's true! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sha Anan Tranquil Posted September 9, 2016 Author #13 Share Posted September 9, 2016 Thank you all!!! I was hoping to hear what you so kindly shared. Looking forward to cruising on Celebrity Silhouette October 22. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enforcer Posted September 10, 2016 #14 Share Posted September 10, 2016 Stargazing is problematic unless they have a spot without any ambient lighting. Helo deck is often a good spot. Sent from my iPad using Forums Shhhhhhhhh, don't tell too many people. :):):) Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ray98 Posted September 10, 2016 #15 Share Posted September 10, 2016 Yes....you can always find places. I always scope out a shady spot with a chair so I can read overlooking the water. It is my peaceful place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calliopecruiser Posted September 10, 2016 #16 Share Posted September 10, 2016 Having never cruised and being one who enjoys watching the waves, sky and stars: Is there time and place to sit on deck and draw, read or just watch the waves? Yes, and you will have more luck finding a place like that if you are on longer cruises, smaller ships, or more luxury lines. Shorter cruises tend to attract more children and partiers than longer (>10-14 days) ones. Smaller ships tend not to have as much of a playground atmosphere, and tend to be an older crowd, and luxury lines are not only less of a playground, they don't have the (financial) need to fill up every bit of space with cabins, activities, and revenue-earning areas - they are more likely to have more places for simple, quiet relaxation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gymbomb Posted September 10, 2016 #17 Share Posted September 10, 2016 Definitely! I find Princess is a great cruise line for peace and quiet. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maldenmusic Posted September 11, 2016 #18 Share Posted September 11, 2016 It will depend on the ship but you should be able to. We found a "secret deck" on the Triumph and we almost always had it all to ourselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPacificbound Posted September 12, 2016 #19 Share Posted September 12, 2016 My favorite cabins are rear facing afts. From your balcony you are looking out at the wake of the ship. It is quiet back there and so peaceful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EGG Posted September 13, 2016 #20 Share Posted September 13, 2016 We have never had a problem finding quiet places to read during the day and to watch the waves at night. Your best bet is if you are on a ship with a promenade deck. Might be more of a problem on some of the newer mega ships. We have always taken an inside cabin because we have never had a problem finding quiet places. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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