What is your favorite spot on any ship?

DaCruzNut · January 3, 2004

This is an absolute "no-brainer," for me. There's no question in my mind and no doubt about it!

The one place on a ship that is my absolute favorite sopt is anywhere on the stern deck....

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Whether it's the open public deck, or a private balcony, I love watching the wake of the ship as we make our away across the Caribbean. If we happen to be sailing east, at sunset, so much the better.

Years ago, in the earlier days of cruising, the main pool (Lido Deck) was at the stern of the ship, completely open (no deck above it) to the sea on three sides. MOst passengers spent a majority of their time aboard there. There was something doing day and night. And, all the time, surrounded by the sea.

Once, I was was lucky enough to be upgraded to a Cat. 9A on the Victory. Sheer heaven! The 9A cabins are at the stern corners of the ship and have a 30-foot, wrap-around, balcony. We had a party, with four couples, and had lots of room to spare.

I think one of the main reasons I love cruising, is my fascination with the ocean. Otherwise, I'd be just as happy at a land-based resort. Give me a view of the ocean, and I'm happy.