Final Day: Our Last Full Day on the Royal Princess

Friday, October 30, 2015    

Today was filled with lasts……..

                The last breakfast in the Horizon Court enjoying the beauty of blue skies and gorgeous blue waters, sunshine and warmth on the back deck of the ship

                The last opportunity to walk on the well cushioned track on the 18^th deck soaking up sunshine, breezes and views of the water as far as the eye can see. (We did a 5 K today as part of the ships “On Deck for the Cure” to raise support for the Susan G. Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer.  They provide special hats for each walker and refreshments – fresh fruit- and drinks to be enjoyed upon completion of the walk.

                The last lecture/presentation – there were so many to choose from but we chose one about Life @Sea put on by one of the staff members of Princess.  It was neat to learn a bit about the life and work of those who make our trips so very special.

                The last rehearsal of the Pop Choir and then the formal presentation to the crowds gather to hear us in the Piazza.  It sounded terrific!! 

                The last lunch in the Horizon Court – only to discover later we should have checked out the dessert area where they had a chocolate fountain with loads of fresh fruit to coat in good dark chocolate. 

                The last day to read my book club book before turning it in and discussing it a bit with a couple of others who had also read “The Nightingale” as well.

                The last day for simply strolling around and enjoying all the sounds and sights and activities happening all over the ship. 

                The last Production Show in the Princess Theater – “Spectacular” – put on by the Royal Princess Singers and Dancers

                And our last dinner in the Allegro Dining Room with our  now newest friends: Cliff, Nancy, Steve and Mary who had attended our pop choir show to see us in action.  Our waiter, Dan, was Johnny on the spot with the best of service including always calling us by name when taking our orders and serving us. And the final parade of Baked Alaskas was as fun as ever.

The big suitcase was packed, placed in the hall and taken away to reappear again tomorrow when we get off the ship. 

Now we’ll enjoy our last night of sleep before getting in the car and moving on to other activities with the hope we’ll have some good news about our motorhome.