Onboard the Prinsendam!

Just like going home...We are onboard the intimate Prinsendam and have seen so many friends and crew members from past cruises that it feels like home. What a nice feeling to be able to catch up with friends from all over the world.

The drive from the west coast of FL to FLL is usually done on Alligator Alley and the interstate. But no, we decided to drive through the orange groves and cattle country. I had forgotten how scenic (and flat!) it is.

We arrived at the ship at 3:45 -- much later than we have ever arrived so we had no lines for checkin. The emergency drill was on the agenda just as we arrived. Our rooms were ready and we have enjoyed our first delicious dinner. Now we will deliver the Ensemble welcome letters and speak to the pursers desk. All is well and we sail in about an hour so I have 30 minutes more on land. Pulling in the last FREE internet I can access. Head to Grand Cayman for a Friday port call in the afternoon.

Now to try to find our way through our stateroom full of suitcases, let alone find the energy to unpack them and organize the contents. Maybe tomorrow...