It's easy to go ashore in most ports. But, the security is great to be sure you have your cruise ID when you leave and return. At any time, the ship's computer knows who is ashore and who is on board.
Of course, security personnel also monitor items being brought onto the ship.
Guest safety is number one.
Enjoy your cruise. ;)
Lois
Royal Caribbean surely knows their audience!
;),
Lois
When you arrive on board a Royal Caribbean ship on embarkation day,. your first meal is usually available in the Windjammer Restaurant.
Cabins generally aren't ready until 1 PM so the Windjammer is the place to go to get a snack or a full meal.
This image is from Catherine when she and Erica were on board Mariner of the Seas recently. When we were on the same ship back in the Spring, we were delighted to see there are now hand washing stations at the entrance here. They are located just out of the image to the left.
You'll find the ships are cleaner than most fast food restaurants on land.
Ah, yes, so much more to come!
Enjoy,
Lois
Today's images are from the Houston Airport courtesy of Catherine.
Thank you, Catherine, for sharing.
Love you,
Mom
This is surely not good for us, but it does look good!
Catherine sent me this image of her "snack" at the Hard Rock Casino in Cincinnati. Sometimes she brings home carry out and we get to enjoy it, too.
Yum!
I think I just put on three pounds looking at that image....
Lois
Kids will be kids whether they have two legs or four.
Lily, Teddy, and Elsa are all playing tug with the same toy. They do have a wonderful time!
Love it!
:),
Lois
Ducks on cruise ships is a new "thing" since we retired in 2016.
Erica and Catherine were cruising on Mariner of the Seas recently when Erica found this little fellow.
Guests bring ducks on board and hide them for other guests to find. All different sizes and shapes of ducks are finding their way onto ships.
It seems the cruise lines aren't thrilled with the concept and remove them if staff find them first. There are certainly good reasons for this related to health and safety.
So, should you find a duck tucked away somewhere on a cruise ship, this is what it is all about. The person who placed the duck wants you to have it to keep.
;),
Lois
