This will be my final post, about life aboard the Royal Caribbean cruise I took last month. I really hope that I have covered any questions that anyone might have had about cruising. I think it really changed my perception of cruising, and I was amazed how many different nationalities were aboard, and how far-ranging the age groups were. Young families, groups of friends, huge family groups, couples and singles, it really was very mixed.
In this post, I thought I would cover what I got up to in the evenings. I have already looked at what to pack for a cruise in an earlier post. I liked getting dressed up in the evenings, but if that’s not to your fancy, then wear what’s comfortable for you. I only attended one formal evening, on my 5 day cruise, which was a cocktail dress kind of affair, it just felt a little bit more special, and the was a little excited frisson in the air when we dined that evening. Once ready, I took myself down to the Champagne bar and people watched, whilst having a Kir Royal, and some nibbles. Now I really knew I was on holiday! Another night I went to Vintages, a really lovely wine bar, with a great selection.
The shows were outstanding! I had not realised how well acted, sung and skated they would be, so professional and great fun.
This was Saturday Night Fever:
There was also an ice show that I went to, that was fantastic, but my photography skill weren’t up to scratch to capture it. When the skaters performed the infamous head-banger move, my heart really was in my mouth!
A party atmosphere seemed to descend on the Liberty of the seas on some nights:
The area where the shops were, was perfect as a destination to party! We giggled so much watching this, YMCA performed before our eyes!
I can now say I’ve been into a casino. I didn’t have a flutter, but it was great fun watching! There were lots of different games being played on maybe a dozen tables, and a very bustling but serious atmosphere.
The meals are all included in the price of the cruise, however there were a couple of places to eat in the evening (speciality restaurants) where you had to pay a small supplement towards the meal. On one of the evenings Jen (A Beauty Junkie in London) and I had a fabulous meal at Portofino, a Tuscan inspired restaurant.
The dessert sampler was amazing, I couldn’t resist!
With the most amazing panna cotta, strawberries dipped in chocolate and melt in the middle chocolate pudding…
One evening, I just went for a walk, and took in the view, and then read a little and drank in the lovely atmosphere, so relaxing.
So that’s what I got up to on my cruise in the evenings. It really does have all aspects covered, relaxation, party, good food, Champers, and entertainment. When can I book again?
Did you enjoy this post? Here are some more of my Royal Caribbean blog posts.
Oasis of the Seas
The biggest doesn’t even cover it.
Quantum of the Seas
Overall impressions of Quantum of the Seas
Liberty of the Seas
Heading off for a cruise for the first time.
Family Fun with Royal Caribbean
What’s on offer on a cruise ship in the day.
What’s on offer on a cruise ship at night.
Oh now that does look amazing fun Amanda! I’ve suddenly had childhood flashbacks of watching the love boat.It looks and sounds like you’ve had a fantastic time.
When the disco ball came down from the roof, and YMCA started playing, it was such a fab atmosphere!
That looks amazing, what a lovely way to have a break away.
Thanks for the comment Nikki. Such a mix of things to do, there really is something for everyone.
Midnight party on pool deck of Enchantment of the Seas on a cruise to the Bahamas this summer – there was lots of music and dancing and suddenly the music switched to familiar Indie pop, and everyone went wild dancing to the catchy beat – that was definitely one of my RoyalWOW moments!
Sounds brilliant! Thank you for the comment 🙂