Aruba, Boarding

A $25 taxi fare from the airport, and I am dropped off at the entrance to the port. Somewhat of a surprise, the security personnel has my name on a printed list that makes me feel like a VIP.
Onboard, Symphony

At the ship's security screening, after a few phone calls, I'm met by a rep from Guest Services. A first for me to miss the scheduled embarkation port, but I learned it's a common occurrence. A quickLes mer
A View Of Central Park

The "Oasis Class" is so far my favorite RCL class of ship. How can you not enjoy looking down at Central Park or Broadwalk from an inside balcony?
Night Time Hoops..

One of the nice things about cruising on the bigger ships is that there is no shortage of sports activities, about anytime of the day.
Curacao...

A late departure from Aruba, and it's an early morning arrival in colorful Curacao, which is only about 80 miles away.
The Street Sounds of Curacao

While enjoying a cold Montana Blonde.
Curacao Tour..

"Wedding Cake" home with a cool historical background
Curacao Tour

For $20, a guided bus tour gives a chance to see some of the island highlights. One stop is at the birthplace of Curacao liquor, which surprisingly is made from an orange base. Out of the threeLes mer
I ❤️ Curacao

A scenic stop where you can take a picture at a "I ❤️ Curacao" sign with a nice view in the background. Be careful of steep and dangerous cliff.
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Back To Court

As we leave for two plus days of sailing to Port Everglades (Fort Lauderdale), I expect to spend a lot of time here while on the high seas.
Beautiful Sunset

Shades of pink fill the sky as the sun says another goodnight to us on the high seas.
A Letterman...

Mark Preston a former popular singer with "The Letterman" performs some classic hits in The Royal Theater.
3-On-3

It was a competitive but friendly basketball competition where we lost our first game but regrouped to take home a RCL Gold Medal.
A Celebration Dog...

Not quite, but a delicious Italian Sausage from The Broadwalk on Deck 6 Aft.
Flight.. Dare To Dream

For me, The Best Production show on the high seas.
Moon Landing..

One small step for man...
Flight Memories..

A touching presentation of memorable moments in the history of flight.
Delightful

Such a beautiful presentation...
Flight.. Dare To Dream

An amazing production of flight and how dreams come true
Back To Court..

This time for volleyball.. and another RCL Gold Medal.
Head Spinning...

Suspended above the audience.. graceful talent on display.
A Dual High Dive..

Done with precision even while on the high seas.
RCL Aqua Theater

Unbelievable aquatic performances..
Another Sunset

With almost a Hawaii sunset effect.