History: Caribbean Cruise 2009 - Part 4 (Day 1: Embarkation)

History: Day 1: Embarkation Day; September 21, 2009

Embarkation Port.

Our first look at Destiny  (It looked pretty big to a couple of first-timers!)

We were pretty happy to be there.  :)

Arty Shot.

Gangway on the gangway! (Comin' through!)

 

Miami city view from the top-deck.

Good old 'Whale-Tail'.

Moorage for yachts in the distance.

More views of Miami.

Outdoor Theater under the Whale Tail.

First Cocktail of the cruise. :)

Kickin' it.  :)

Pool-deck, theater deck.

Imagination was docked aft of Destiny.

Good old Cabin 6150.  Our home away from home.
It was a Category 8A balcony stateroom.
Notes on 6150:  It was relatively close to the front of the ship.  The only time this made a difference was at night when we noticed some rolling with the waves/tide.  Both Nic and I found it quite relaxing to go to sleep with the bed gently rocking us.  If you're prone to motion sickness, maybe a stateroom closer to the mid-point would be more relaxing.  Otherwise I would recommend it highly as a good choice for an 8A Balcony Stateroom.  Outside noise was non-existent.

Seating area with a couch for 2 and a queen bed.

Nice little balcony.

Chillaxin'

My Sweetie enjoying the balcony.  :)

Definite balcony love here. 

Norwegian Dream was anchored at the bow.

There's Imagination Again. 

Muster Drill on Dream, prior to debarkation.

Ahead of Norwegian Dream was Majesty of the Seas.  

Norwegian Dream showing off her paint-job.

Another Carnival Ship debarking ahead of us.
(I didn't catch it's designation.)

Balcony Love.

The Atlantic, and the unnamed carnival Ship in the distance.

Miami Beach.

More Miami Beach.

Lifeguard Hut on Miami Beach.

In the distance:  Hollywood or Fort Lauderdale?

Ah, the sea air is refreshing!

Glad to be heading out.

Adios, Miami!

Destiny's grand Atrium.

Next up:  Day 2 - Fun Day at Sea!