Cruising on “Serenade of the Seas”

We had the privilege of cruising on Royal Caribbean’s “Serenade of the Seas” ship on our last vacation.  The first evening we were aboard the boat was full of exploring the ship, our cabin, the schedules, activities and the amazing services they had to offer.  It was our second cruise and the “Serenade of the Seas” was a bigger ship as well as a longer trip.  We were excited to have the opportunity to explore more islands during our trip.   Both of us slept very well aboard our time on the ship as they cruised from island to island during the night.  We met a lot of really neat people and was able to spend some quality time with our family.  “Serenade of the Seas” is one of Royal Caribbean’s newer ships.  Here is some information about “Serenade of the Seas”:

Ship Facts

* Maiden Voyage: August 1, 2003
* Passenger Capacity: 2,114 double occupancy; 2,502 maximum
* Godmother: Whoopi Goldberg
* Gross Tonnage: 90,090
* Length: 962′
* Beam: 105.6′
* Draft: 27.9′
* Cruising Speed: 22 knots

Ship Highlights

* Rock-climbing wall
* Portofino Italian Restaurant
* Chops Grille
* Latté-tudes,SM a specialty coffee house featuring Seattle’s Best Coffee®
* Seaview Café
* Themed bars and lounges
* Casino RoyaleSM
* The Colony Club, a unique British colonial-style lounge with self-leveling pool tables;
* Beautiful indoor Solarium
* Indoor/outdoor country club with golf simulator
* Adventure Ocean® youth facilities
* Day Spa and Fitness Center
* Sports court with basketball/volleyball court

These were just a few of the details of “Serenade of the Seas”.   We enjoyed amazing food, great entertainment and a fun times.  We would go again if we had the opportunity.  If you have never cruised before it is an experience worth trying at least once.  None of our party got sea sick.  The trip was pretty smooth and the service wonderful.  Check it out if you are thinking about taking a cruise.  Who knows who you’ll meet along the way!

A Vacation To Remember series is a reflection on our recent trip and ways we relaxed.  Life is short and we were thrilled to have the opportunity to build memories with family and explore of of the most amazing places during our time away.  Go with a good attitude and looking for fun and it will be an awesome trip jammed packed with positive memories.  It is refreshing having some time away from the regular routine.  Make it a once in a lifetime opportunity to meet new people and learn.  You just might see or try something new that takes your breath away!