My first cruise...

[icantbejon]

So I'm going on my first cruise in two days with my wife. I'm really excited. There seems like a ton to do. I'm bringing a lot of great cigars with me, and I plan on picking up a few "good" cigars while I'm out on the waters. We're headed into the carribean. Any suggestions on what to do while I'm on the boat?

[cheshire2]

Getting ready to go on our second cruise to the Riviera in one week. They are great fun, you will love it. If you have not already, go to www.cruisemates.com for lots of cruise specific advise. I am looking forward to some very relaxing moments on the balcony with a stogie and adult beverage. Have a great time!

[GoodFella]

i just got back a little over 3 weeks ago. it was a blast. i hop u have more fun then i did man. take some pics and take care

[floydpink]

Do nothing, or do everything, whatever strikes you at the moment.

I hate schedules, although on cruises, you have to kinda follow some unless you have flex dining.

Definitely catch some of the comedy shows.

[JohnnyKay5]

Enjoy not being in that chithole overseas!

[icantbejon]

Originally Posted by cheshire2

Getting ready to go on our second cruise to the Riviera in one week. They are great fun, you will love it. If you have not already, go to www.cruisemates.com for lots of cruise specific advise. I am looking forward to some very relaxing moments on the balcony with a stogie and adult beverage. Have a great time!

That has been my number one goal as well. Just sitting back and relaxing with a cigar and drink on my balcony.

[Volt]

Let see when I went on cruises i repaired tv's, telephones, vcr's, rtv station equipment, ***** boxes, soun powered telephones, etc. Not to much fun they paid the bills.

Sounds like fun! Which boat and what ports?

[icantbejon]

Originally Posted by mrreindeer

Sounds like fun! Which boat and what ports?

We're heading out of Ft. Lauderdale and stopping in Ocho Rios and Cayman Islands. The boat is the Navigator of the Seas (or something like that). Headed out on Royal Carribean.

try not to laugh, but most cruises have one thing in common.....

Starboard. Remember starboard.

That's the deck levels you are allowed to smoke on!!!

(Other than the cigar lounge or your stateroom balcony!!)

[Parshooter]

Originally Posted by tobii3

try not to laugh, but most cruises have one thing in common.....

Starboard. Remember starboard.

That's the deck levels you are allowed to smoke on!!!

(Other than the cigar lounge or your stateroom balcony!!)

Uh, starboard is a side, right side I believe, not a level.

[Don Fernando]

Originally Posted by tobii3

try not to laugh, but most cruises have one thing in common.....

Starboard. Remember starboard.

That's the deck levels you are allowed to smoke on!!!

now I know why you are in the army and not in the navy

[Smokin Gator]

My first few cruises I did it all. Shore excursions, all the shows, the pool games, spa, etc etc. Now I am much more selective (lazy).

If it is port I have been to I may not even get off of the ship. I like sitting by the pool, reading a book, having a cigar, having an adult beverage, and just relaxing in general.

Have fun and just do what you feel like doing.

There is so much to do on there and you can be as busy as you want to be or as lazy. Check the little newspaper they give you everyday so you can see the activities. I loved the jazz bands in the smoking areas and would spend a few hours in the evening after dinner. What ports are you going to be in as I have been to all of them and some islands are better than others. Remember, in each port you can "negotiate" tours and such. The islanders think that all people who take cruises are made of money,,,so don't let them think that you have money to burn. You get a much better rate for tours if you bring along another couple ( or 2 ) and you can bargain a much better fare. The tours off the cruise line aren't all that great as they only take you to established tours. You came all that way to see the real thing so have one of the local guides take you to places that aren't so touristy. The guides with the better vehicles are the ones to bargain with,,,not the vehicles that look like they are on their last wheel. PM me for more ideas if you'd like.

[JohnnyKay5]

Meeting people was a great part of the crusie and always drinking/smoking or doing excursions with them was awesome..

Jon left today he may not be back for a bit

[bugmenot]

You will have lots of fun! Went with my family about 3 years ago to Mexico, and going again with the whole family this summer to Alaska. Don't feel like you HAVE to do any of the excursions, or anything like that. Like someone else said, dinner can be a pain with the schedule, but even then, don't be afraid to miss dinner, as there is always food somewhere.