In light of the recent news of a cruise ship (the Costa Concordia) hitting a reef just two hours after departure, I thought it would be a good idea to point out that, though so very tragic for all involved, the accident was a freak, rare occurrence in light of how many cruises there are on any given day. I would still cruise again.
I also thought that I would bring cruising back to the positive today, by showing you more pictures from my trip. (This helps me too, since I’m in the middle of a very busy couple of days!)
My cruising hat. I would NEVER wear this in Chicago, but it was magically acceptable when sailing the Caribbean.
I took this one with my pop art filter as we sailed out of Miami.
Shuffleboard, anyone?
This couple was up on the 10th deck playing mini golf in their robes before we even left the Port of Miami.
Jim, at sunset.
There's something about nautical flags that I adore.
I love that cruise ships have water slides these days.
Each night, we were greeted by a different towel animal.
One of our favorite parts of the cruise was the comedy club. (Hint: Go check out Dan Gabriel on iTunes.)
The ship's gym, on deck ten at the front of the vessel. The view made it easy to want to exercise.
Pretty elevators!
Though I normally watch Matt, Ann, and Al, watching GMA on the big screen in the morning was a good vacation substitute.
Tomorrow? Key West and Cozumel!
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Good to hear you and Jim are safe and sound on your cruise. The photos are great, looks like a wonderful time. Enjoy!
When I heard of that accident on the news I immediately thought of you and that I am happy that you returned safely. Great pictures and Jim looks incredibly happy
Thanks: I love that picture of him! 🙂
Beautiful pictures Melisa! 🙂
Thanks Patty!
the nautical flag one is my FAVORITE- did you edit that, or is that just the way it came out with the blue sky & bright colors? and i love the couple playing mini golf- that is too cute!
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Thanks: the nautical flag picture is straight out of the camera!
Love the people in their robes, playing mini-golf! Awesome pictures!
Your ship looks much more fun than ours! We sailed Norwegian, and it was a new ship, but wow yours looks fun!
I thought it was ironic that there was the accident right after you posted, too!
I ADORE towel animals. I take pictures of every single one every single night. I can’t believe how creative they can be sometimes! You realize I’m going to need to go book a cruise now, right?
Oh, and did you GO on the water slides? 🙂
Mini golf in a bathrobe? Sounds incredibly naughty for some reason! Great pics!