after your cabin, where is the first place you head to on board??

[jennew]

When I get on a cruise, I head right to the buffet....how about you guys?

[Andee]

We like to go to one of the higher decks and walk around, looking at the views of the port from different sides of the ship.

[Cruisin' Chick]

Usually an outside deck and then back inside and all around

[MercedMike]

Right up to the spa to book a week long couple's pass to the Thermal Suite!

 

;)

[MilliesMom]

We checked out our cabin, drop off carry-on and then go get lunch. Immediately afterwards start exploring the ship, making sure we are up on deck for sail away.

[Coral]

Lunch in the dining room.

[tennisobo]

1) cabin

2) buffet

3) deck chair

 

Happy sailings everyone....

[WeBeGone]

We carry our bathing suits in the carry-on, so if the weather is great, we change and are sitting on deck with a drink watching all the people from up north is their cold weather travel clothes. :cool:

[jturner901]

Quick nibble, check and/or change dining assignment then explore.

[Jimsgirl]

I pick up the info sheets, my dining card etc, head for the buffet eat and check over the paperwork. Check with Maitre D' that I am at a large table, then wander around - if a new ship orientate myself as to where things are.Check out Library especially. May look to see if Future Cruise rack has info sheets. Yes I confess , I am a cruise addict.

[luv2cruz_74]

1. Cabin

2. me - spa appt.; DH - restaurant reservation (divide and conquer!!)

3. meet at main pool, first one with drink in hand wins!

 

:D

[Kwaj girl]

....to get that first bottle of champagne!

[Cptnkirky]

to the buffett for a quick lunch, then off to explore and learn the ship and take as many quick pics of the ship as possible. :)

[JotWorld]

We checked out our cabin, drop off carry-on and then go get lunch. Immediately afterwards start exploring the ship, making sure we are up on deck for sail away.

 

Oh, & check out our table for Dining Room & Change if necessary;)

& review excursions & go to desk ASAP if last minute changes, b/4 line-up.

(54 Days and counting, it's been a long time since.........)

[gambit57]

The grill near the pool. Mainly cuz I might only stop there once the rest of the cruise and I wanna say I tried it.

[nschurr]

nearest bar!

[SaylorGirl]

We carry on our bags, drop them off in the cabin and then head back off the ship. We make sure were back on before it sets sail.

[cynt]

We carry on our bags, drop them off in the cabin and then head back off the ship. We make sure were back on before it sets sail.

 

I didn't know you could get off the ship once you've boarded.

 

I head straight for the FOOD!!!

[SaylorGirl]

I didn't know you could get off the ship once you've boarded.

 

I head straight for the FOOD!!!

You check out just like a day in port!

[cruisingpeople]

Top deck pool bar and start our Princess Hop Card. :D If they still have them.

[Suskies]

We always arrive early, to board as soon as possible and maximize our cruise time. We drop our carryons in our rooms, then (my husband is always hungry) head for lunch in the Lido. TIP: On embarkation day, the Caribe Cafe serves the same food (minus a few items, as it's not as big) and is MUCH less crowded. We got a windowside table right after noon.

 

Then I always like to explore the ship, starting at the top, map in hand, and working my way down. Along the way, we handle embarkation details like getting room keys switched at the purser's desk, checking out games from the library, and --most important-- checking the dinner menu posted outside the dining room!

 

Then relax in the room or elsewhere until sailaway.

[envy4u]

We usually start from the top deck and work away down to get familiar with the ship . Be sure to take your camera because I have found you may never return to that area again and may want a pic . Of course if we are hungry we go to the buffet first too .

[Giorgi-one]

1. Cabin to drop off carry-on (if cabin is ready)

2. Put my life vest on (just kidding)

3. Book Specialty Restaurants

4. Lunch

5. Explore ship starting at top deck - best time for photos usually with few or no people in them - we always arrive at port before 11 AM for Caribbean cruises.

6. Unpack as soon as bags arrive

7. Nap before life boat drill if time permits

[envy4u]

Forgot to mention if we are doing a traditional seating we go check out our table and if we have a problem with it we talk directly to the maitre d .

[NZYU]

Horizon Court

 

Great food.

 

No dishes to wash.

 

 

:D :D :D