Favorite Activities while on the Ship

[TeresaJenkins]

Keeping in mind this is a "G" rated board, Keep it Clean.;)

 

My favorite things:

 

1. Meeting new people

2. Dancing

3. Casino

4. Games or contests

5. Dressing up for the dinners

 

When I heard HAL had a game room/ card room, I knew I made the right choice.:)

[zdude]

What games are played on HAL, like shuffle board, paddle tennis, basketball? What else is there to do besides sit, eat and drink. I do plan to use the fitness room quite a bit, but what over things do yo like to do?

[TeresaJenkins]

What games are played on HAL, like shuffle board, paddle tennis, basketball? What else is there to do besides sit, eat and drink. I do plan to use the fitness room quite a bit, but what over things do yo like to do?

 

Well there is the card room/games room I mentioned. There you will find different card games, and board games. I also hear that people play poker (not for real money I'm sure;) ), but that can be fun too. I am bringing my poker set in hopes to get a good game going.

 

There are also different classes offered. On NCL I went to a pet class, and learned a lot of ways to save on pet care. I won a gift for my Akita and had a great time.

 

I think I could live on a cruise ship. :)

[Druke I]

I enjoy finding a quiet spot, with a good book, and watch the world go by!

[TinaLee]

Playing trivia, going to the casino, curling up with a good book and a foo-foo drink in a nice shady location, a little shopping, high tea, spa time... all of these are favorites on a sea day!

[liz336]

I enjoy:

The casino.

Sitting on deck or in the Lido or poolside and talking to people.

Getting popcorn and watching a movie.

Having a massage or pedicure.

I love the musical production numbers in the evenings.

In port I like to shop or investigate the town or take an excursion.

[cactuslady]

What games are played on HAL, like shuffle board, paddle tennis, basketball? What else is there to do besides sit, eat and drink. I do plan to use the fitness room quite a bit, but what over things do yo like to do?

Usually shuffleboard, ping pong, basketball, tennis, ring toss, volleyball, and golf putting and chipping contests. This varies by ship. The Prinsendam has a golf simulator and a friendly pro on staff. There are two or more pools, a jogging track topside, and endless opportunities for strolling and/or power walking on the teak promenade deck (4 very interesting and romantic laps to the mile on the S class ships -- Ryndam, Veendam, Maasdam, Statendam).

 

Ashore, of course, there is the full range of snorkeling, kayaking, horseback riding, sailing, golf, hiking, and etcetera, depending on (1) what shore excursions HAL offers for the port and (2) what you can arrange on your own. Half Moon Cay has all sorts of sports available.

[ryansmemom]

there are just so many things....

 

relax and watch the sea go by

read a good book

have a massage

get all dressed up for the evening

shop

play team trivia

the daily quiz

meet new people

see a movie and eat popcorn

spend some quality time with my sweetie

enjoy a leisurely meal

enjoy an evening of music in a lounge

see a show in the main lounge

spend some time at the pool

attend a lecture (on longer cruises when they have lecturers aboard)

attend the social events hosted by the cruiseline

invite people I've met over for breakfast or pre dinner drinks

take a nap (the motion of the ocean makes me sleepy)

 

I adore being onboard a ship. At sea is my favorite port. I feel so very relaxed and I have a wonderful time.

 

Linda

[TeresaJenkins]

there are just so many things....

 

relax and watch the sea go by

read a good book

have a massage

get all dressed up for the evening

shop

play team trivia

the daily quiz

meet new people

see a movie and eat popcorn

spend some quality time with my sweetie

enjoy a leisurely meal

enjoy an evening of music in a lounge

see a show in the main lounge

spend some time at the pool

attend a lecture (on longer cruises when they have lecturers aboard)

attend the social events hosted by the cruiseline

invite people I've met over for breakfast or pre dinner drinks

take a nap (the motion of the ocean makes me sleepy)

I adore being onboard a ship. At sea is my favorite port. I feel so very relaxed and I have a wonderful time.

Linda

 

Sounds like you could live on a ship too. LOL

My favorite part of my cruise was the sea days as well. I hear people complain about them a lot and I say, What?

[TinaLee]

there are just so many things....

 

meet new people

see a movie and eat popcorn

spend some quality time with my sweetie

enjoy an evening of music in a lounge

take a nap (the motion of the ocean makes me sleepy)

 

I adore being onboard a ship. At sea is my favorite port. I feel so very relaxed and I have a wonderful time.

 

Linda

 

I agree - adore sea days - forgot some of these things mentioned by Ryansmemom!! Especially the napping... I never, ever nap at home, but boy I sure like a nice snooze after I've had a little sun on the ship!

[meff]

Among my many favorite things to do on board:

 

Having breakfast on the verandah

reading a good book by the pool with a cool drink at my side

going to dinner

bingo

casino

trivia games

listening to all kinds of music in the evenings

just walking around the ship, watching everyone having a wonderful time

meeting new people

 

I could go on and on and on...

[Iggipolka]

1. Not being at work!

[Bookish Angel]

I enjoy finding a quiet spot, with a good book, and watch the world go by!

 

Oh, I so agree - it is serendipitous! There is something about being in a quiet spot and on the water that is so restful and the perfect mindset for reading.

Do you know about Bookcrossing? See below!

[HairyCruiser]

I normally like to cuddle up in my inside stateroom with a good long novel. I'm trying to change my appearance a bit so that someday I will feel comfortable enough to venture out onto the decks. Someday maybe I'll even don a swimsuit and sit by the pool!

[richnorto]

Hairycruiser, Please PLEASE!! don't attempt the pool in a bikini!!!!!:D Love the picture!

[TeresaJenkins]

I normally like to cuddle up in my inside stateroom with a good long novel. I'm trying to change my appearance a bit so that someday I will feel comfortable enough to venture out onto the decks. Someday maybe I'll even don a swimsuit and sit by the pool!

 

My EYES! MY POOR POOR EYES! :eek:

 

You know when something is so ugly it cute? Well, that's not what I thought of back when I could still see.;) LOL

[Time2sail]

I bet there are lots of deck chairs available around you:D

[Ziggy7]

spend some quality time with my honey

enjoy a leisurely meal

get dressed up for the formal dinners

shop a little

meet new people and chat

enjoy a leisurely meal

see a show in the main lounge

spend some time at the pool

attend a lecture or port talk

relax and watch the sea go by or take a nap on the verandah

[CanadianMAG]

Keeping in mind this is a "G" rated board, Keep it Clean.;)

 

My favorite things:

 

1. Meeting new people

2. Dancing

3. Casino

4. Games or contests

5. Dressing up for the dinners

 

When I heard HAL had a game room/ card room, I knew I made the right choice.:)

 

Well I'll be on my honeymoon and you said keep it clean:cool: :cool:

So I guess mine will be spending time with my new husband!

[TeresaJenkins]

Well I'll be on my honeymoon and you said keep it clean:cool: :cool:

So I guess mine will be spending time with my new husband!

 

Aww! That's sweet. :) Congrats, and I hope you 2 have a beautiful cruise.