Cruise ‘Fit Checks

I’m coming to you live this week from our annual spring break cruise.

I’ve never envisioned myself as a big cruise person, but at this point I’ve taken 11 voyages. This is due to being married to a cruise person.

My main issue with cruises is the number of people on them. I consider myself an extrovert and love making new friends but there are just too many people on cruises.

During spring break cruises in particular I often feel like I’m on a massive floating mall. Navigating through the sunburnt masses to snag a spot at the buffet does not make for a relaxing time.

I also worry about germs (again — lots of people on here, using the same tongs), and a cruise has taken me down more than once.

But, my husband loves them and I do see the travel benefits. Living in South Florida, cruising is an affordable way to bring the whole family on a week-long, all-inclusive adventure.

The fluffy haired teens run around with other fluffy haired teens all night long and then sleep on the beach the next day.

I enjoy not having to think about what we’ll eat or where we’ll go each day. And, it’s a trip that is perfectly suited for each age group in our family — from grandmas to teens to the toddler. There truly is something for everyone on this ship.

We’ve all agreed our fave part of cruising is the family dinners.

I look forward to the port days when we can explore gorgeous islands, and of course there’s the family bonding. And the spectacular people watching — iykyk.

Y’all know if I’m gonna be on a cruise, I’m gonna dress the part. In the spirit of spring break cruisin’, here are some ‘fit checks so far: