Shopping and Eating - What's Not to Like!

Good morning,

Here are a few more images of the Royal Promenade aboard Freedom of the Seas.

These first two images were taken on a sea day when the promenade is host to a sidewalk sale.  I'm often asked if it is expensive to shop on board a ship and I'm happy to say there are plenty of things you can buy for yourself or as gifts that are very reasonably priced.  Of course, if you want the more expensive items, you can find those here, too.

Above is the Cafe Promenade.  It's open 24/7 where you can get coffee and light snacks.  Note the dog tied up to the post outside the cafe.  ;)

The Britto store is new since the dry dock revisions last year.  Britto is an artist who produces bright and happy designs to hang on your wall, wear, and use.  From all the Britto shopping bags I see, I think the shop is quite successful.

 Ah, the Cupcake Cupboard.  It's closed right now since we are in port, but this is the place to find a sweet treat and lessons about how to decorate them yourself.  There are also cupcake related items for sale in the shop.

 The General Store is open today while we are in port.  It's where you can pick up some booze to take home or small sundry items you may have forgotten to bring:  toothpaste, combs, shaving cream, etc.

 Items in the window of this shop are available for purchase when the ship sails and the shop opens.

 And, finally, one of my favorite restaurants.  Sorrento's Pizza is so very good!  We just love the thin crispy crust and the variety of toppings changes daily so you can get some pretty exotic pizza in addition to the old standbys. 

You will never go hungry on a cruise ship!

;),
Lois