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BOARDING DAY!
Written by: Heath Gooden
Welcome to Heath's & Val's boarding day, where it's truly one of the highlights of our adventure! It's the day we set sail on our cruise and embark on an unforgettable adventure. I kick off the morning with a hearty breakfast for my wife, taking a moment for prayer and being thankful for the day ahead. Before we check out of the hotel, my wife loves to coordinate a mini photoshoot, capturing our experiences—although I may roll my eyes at the endless pictures, I genuinely cherish looking back at those moments that turn into our treasured memories.
Finally, we head over to the cruise terminal to set sail on our cruise. We head to the windjammer (my favorite spot to eat on day one) and then drop out bags into our stateroom. Next Stop—RELAXATION! It's a blessing to be able to cruise with my wife and enjoy this incredible life God has given me (us).
TOP THREE THINGS WE DO!
1
MAIN DINING ROOM!
We always check our table arrangement! We’ve experienced a few slip ups, where our table accidentally wasn’t reserved. Yes, we always book a table for two in advance, but mistakes happen. After all, no one is perfect! We embrace any slip-ups early on, as we cherish intimate dining experience filled with love, conversation, and laughter.
2
EXPLORE THE SHP!
Exploring a new ship is always an exciting adventure, especially when it’s your first time. One of our favorite stops is Sorrento’s 🍕, where my wife can’t resist ordering two veggie pizzas. As for me I love grabbing a bite at the Windjammer. During out exploration process, my wife can't resist a mini photo shoot. She's got a knack for finding hidden gems when she takes photos.
3
RELAXING
After exploring the ship, we finally settled into relaxation mode. My wife loves soaking up the sun, while I prefer the cool shade. With bar service at our fingertips, we indulged in an array of delightful virgin drinks — from refreshing pina coladas to rich mudslides and fruity strawberry daiquiris — perfect for a hot day at sea.
"Sometimes, the most productive thing you can do is relax"