AHOY, II - The Sequel

After a fantastic first day and a relaxing night, Saturday was another exciting time of expectations.  I had breakfast on the verandah, showered and got ready to go onto the Bahama Island.  It was chilly to me, so I layered just to get off the ship.

Charles had arranged a bus tour for me. (He thought of everything)  Anna Nicole Smith must have been quite a celebrity here for every other sentence had her name in it referring to her life while she was living there.  There were some beautiful old buildings, lots of tourist areas, restaurants, aquarium, casino and a straw market.

This decoration was in the entrance to the casino.  I'm not sure of the structure material, but it made for a great presentation.

Many of the shops and restaurants had varied offerings and seemed to welcome everyone with their wares.  After several hours of viewing, I returned to the ship and got ready for dinner.  There are such sumptuous offerings of food at dinner that I don't want to miss, I already decided to skip lunch while on the cruise.

Being a "guinea pig", of sorts, for Disney on the Inaugural voyage is anything but mundane or boring.  In true Disney style, everything is unbelievably opulent and grand - the size of the ship, the decor, the staff and of course the food.


The table setting was more elegant for this restaurant.  With golds and bronzes throughout, the decor lived up to the name.


The chandelier for the Royal Palace Restaurant was something my Kayla would love for her room.  Draped off the side were glass slippers.  (Truly made for a Princess.)




I almost forgot about taking a picture of my onion soup appetizer.  As you can tell, it was delicious.  As was the salad
that I had after it.


Lamb, au gratin potatoes and green beans never tasted so good.  I'm not sure what was in the sauce, but it was amazing.  


Again, I was forced to order dessert.  Being a "Creme Brulee" officiant of sorts, I had to order it.  

Even though the Great Temptations dish looked very tempting, I always have to try new creme brulees.  


This was just okay; almost a little bland.  In my opinion, it could have used some chocolate mousse or strawberry something or other under the creme.
But remember - I am VERY picky about that particular dessert.  It also had a "foamy" tasting cookie type offering on top with a strawberry in the middle.  


Other offerings were Roast Beef with a risotto and veggies, AND cheese ravioli dish with greens included.
It all looked delicious.

Two other desserts chosen were a chocolate mousse cake with whipped creme, and a sponge cake with strawberries and yogurt.


After the day off ship, the fantastic dinner and great conversation with our dinner companions, the "Pirates Show w/fireworks was next on the agenda.  I'm not a pirate fan, and I've probably seen a "kidzillion" fireworks that Disney has had, I opted out of the show and opted TO go back to the stateroom.  I was asleep almost as soon as I hit the mattress.  (I don't remember even changing clothes)



Can't wait to see what tomorrow brings.