The Cruise Discussion Thread

[Porch Dweller]

Originally Posted by bruceolee

We're thinking about Royal Caribbean one of their Oasis class ships with the central park on the ship. What makes it funny is I can't be in the sun for extended periods of time I have what's called Erythropoietic protoporphyria so I have photosensitivity to the sun so I'm looking for a cruise with plenty of indoor activity and that seems to be one of the cooler and better ships for it but i'd also love to travel on a cruise the has a dedicated cigar lounge and just chill, smoke cigars and meet new people. So, that's where we're at, at the moment but that could change. Definitely considering NCL because of their smoker friendly lounges. God bless you!

I have moderately photosensitive eyes and bright light can trigger migraines in my wife. So we rarely indulge in what many people think of as the typical cruise activity: laying around the pool suntanning and sipping umbrella drinks.

Even the smaller ships have plenty of indoor activities to keep people busy. There's always something going on, be it trivia contests, dance lessons, cooking demonstrations, casino tournaments...or just finding a quiet corner to sit and enjoy a drink and play some cards with friends.

Back in 2010 I worked with a guy who went on his first cruise with his wife and kids. When he came back I asked how he liked it. He said "Meh. All you do is eat and drink." I told him no, that's all he chose to do.