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Embarkation Day Celebrity Ascent Review | Celebrity Cruise Blog

3/17/2025

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Embarkation Day on Celebrity Ascent | Celebrity Cruise Blog


There's a special thrill when you pull into the port and see your cruise ship in person on embarkation day.

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Celebrity Ascent in Fort Lauderdale's Port Everglades

This 7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise on Celebrity Ascent departed from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. 
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In This Post:

  • Arriving at Port Everglades
  • Celebrity Infinite Veranda Review
  • Oceanview Cafe Lunch
  • Fort Lauderdale Sail Away
  • Cosmopolitan Menu
  • Ascent Main Dining Room Food Pics
  • More from this 7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise Blog
  • Book a Celebrity Cruise! Celebrity Travel Agent 
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Checking in at Port Everglades | Celebrity cruise Review Blog


We had already checked in for our cruise on the Celebrity App, but as you can imagine from this picture, checking in is an efficient process in this elegant cruise port terminal. 

We were dropped off outside at 1pm, took the following pic at 1:04pm and were inside our room by 1:18pm!
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A classy and efficient check-in process

​When can you check in for a Celebrity Cruise?
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You can check in for your Celebrity Cruise 45 days before embarkation using the Celebrity Cruises app or website. 

 

Infinite Veranda | Celebrity Ascent Review


We spent the week in an infinite veranda stateroom 8280. This is a balcony cabin on Celebrity Ascent. 

See Also: Celebrity Infinite Veranda Review with Photos | Pros & Cons

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Infinite Veranda 8280 on Celebrity Ascent Cruise Ship
 


​Lunch at Oceanview Cafe | Celebrity Ascent Review


I know cruise lines are trying to steer away from using the word buffet because of the negative connotation, but if you're wondering about the buffet on Celebrity Ascent called Oceanview Cafe, it's exceptional! 
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This asian stir-fry with chicken, beef, and mixed vegetables was a great start to the cruise! 
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Stir fry from Oceanview Cafe on Celebrity Ascent

See Also: Oceanview Cafe Review | Celebrity Ascent Buffet Food Review
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SAIL AWAY from Port Everglades | Celebrity Cruise Blog


One of the best things about having a balcony on a cruise is being able to enjoy sailing away from each port.
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Escorted out of Port Everglades

We were treated to a lovely sunset and dramatic cloud formations as we sailed out of Fort Lauderdale cruise port. 
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Sailaway from Infinite Veranda on Ascent Cruise Ship

A pastel Fort Lauderdale skyline bid us farewell and it was time to enjoy our first dinner in the Cosmopolitan Restaurant main dining room. 

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See ya in a week, Fort Lauderdale!
 

Cosmopolitan Restaurant Menu | Celebrity Ascent Review

There are a few things to note about the main dining room menus onboard Celebrity Ascent. 

There are 4 main dining rooms - Cosmopolitan, Tuscan, Cyprus and Normandie.
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Cosmopolitan Restaurant Menu | Celebrity Ascent

Each dining room has Exclusive Starters and Entrees as seen on the bottom left as well as featured cocktails. These stay the same every night. 

On the right side of the menu are the Starters and Entrees that are the same in all of the restaurants, but change every night. 

The Celebrity Classics are always available to you. 
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Cosmopolitan Main Dining Room | Celebrity Cruise Blog


​Each of the 4 main dining rooms has their own style of decor and you will always be presented with a basket of freshly baked bread, rolls, and breadsticks along with a trio of butter and spreads for the bread. 


There is always a whipped butter, but to keep things exciting each night you will have different spreads like roasted red pepper or garlic to try. 

Your sommelier will come to your table for any wine or cocktail orders. 
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Cauliflower Flan | Celebrity Cruise Food Pics

Poached shrimp, iberico ham, green apple, pumpernickel croutons 
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Cauliflower Flan | Celebrity Ascent

This unique starter is available from the Cosmopolitan Exclusives menu on Celebrity Ascent. It was a feast for the eyes and really a delightful journey tasting my way through this work of art. 

Asian Consommé | CELEBRITY CRUISE FOOD PICS


Chicken, Mushrooms, Ginger
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Asian Consommé | Celebrity Ascent

A light and flavorful consommé! 
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Classic "Caesar" Salad | CELEBRITY CRUISE FOOD PICS


Hearts of Romaine, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan Cheese
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Classic Caesar Salad | Celebrity Ascent

I normally love a Caesar salad on a cruise, but found this one a bit heavy on the dressing though others in our party felt it was just right. :) 

Pan Seared Aged Sirloin Steak | CELEBRITY CRUISE FOOD PICS


Roasted Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Herb Compound Butter
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Pan Seared Aged Sirloin Steak | Celebrity Ascent

​Starting a cruise off with a steak dinner is never a bad move, is it?! =)

GrilLed New York Sirloin Steak | CELEBRITY CRUISE FOOD PICS


Beurre Maitre d'Hotel: Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables
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Grilled New York Sirloin Steak | Celebrity Ascent

This New York Sirloin Steak is available on the Celebrity Classics Menu every night. 
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COSMOPOLITAN Dessert MENU | CELEBRITY ASCENT REVIEW


Celebrity brings your dessert menu separately after your meal much like a traditional restaurant, whereas you'll remember from previous Royal Caribbean Blogs that they have one menu including desserts. 

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Cosmopolitan Dessert Menu | Celebrity Ascent

Carrot Cake Cosmopolitan | CELEBRITY Ascent FOOD PICS


Carrot Cake with Candied Walnut Crunch, Carrot Sauce, Brown Butter Caramel Sauce
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Carrot Cake | Celebrity Ascent

The Carrot Cake is a Cosmopolitan Exclusive dessert on Celebrity Ascent. 
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New Category: Noteworthy Carrot Cakes
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Carrot Cake | Celebrity Ascent

The carrot cake was beautifully presented and delicious. ​I would love to recreate this carrot cake for Inspired by Travel.  

As you can see the culinary experience on Celebrity is an elevated one and we are off to a strong start! 
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More from this Celebrity Cruise Review Blog:


  • Infinite Veranda Review with Pictures
  • Le Grand Bistro Specialty Dining Review
  • Raw on 5 Menu with Prices
  • Day 1 - Embarkation Day on Celebrity Ascent - you are here!
  • Day 2 - One Day in Nassau on a Cruise
  • Day 3 - Captains Club Welcome Toast on a Sea Day
  • Day 4 -  Sea Day on a Celebrity Cruise
  • Day 5 - Falmouth Jamaica Cruise Port
  • Day 6 - Georgetown Grand Cayman Cruise Port
  • Day 7 - Sea Day on Celebrity Ascent
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GALLERYone - DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale Hotel Review

3/13/2025

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Port Everglades Cruise Hotel Review

GalleryOne a Double Tree Suites by Hilton in Fort Lauderdale photo review

After disembarkation day from our Southern Caribbean Cruise on Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas, we checked in to  GalleryOne a Double Tree Suites by Hilton in Fort Lauderdale for a few days. 
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In This Post: 

Port Everglades Cruise Hotel Review
  • Location - Water Taxi Stop 7
  • Outdoor Space - Bar, Pool, Games
  • Lobby Cafe Menu with Prices
  • Vue on the Water Restaurant Menu with Prices
  • Lobby Bar
  • Gallery One Double Tree Room Photo Tour
  • Double Tree Cookie Review
  • PF Changs Review - Fort Lauderdale Restaurant Takeaway 
  • GalleryOne Ft. Lauderdale Hotel Review
  • Check Current Prices
  • How to stay here for FREE! 

If you're looking for a hotel near Ft. Lauderdale's Port Everglades for an overnight stay before or after your cruise, hopefully this photo review will help you decide if GalleryOne DoubleTree is the right fit for you!
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Water TAxi Stop 7


Gallery One is located conveniently on the Water Taxi line at stop 7. 

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​You can purchase a water taxi ticket for $38 that gives you unlimited rides. They also offer multi-day passes and annual passes.  


Outdoor Space 


One fun thing outside of the hotel was the placement of outdoor games to pass the time along the water. 
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Would you be playing corn hole or jenga?!
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Outdoor Bar


There is a nice outdoor bar if you would like to enjoy a drink along the waterway with plenty of palm trees in view!
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​This area gets lively in the evenings and when the hotel holds events. 

Pool 

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GalleryOne Double Tree Ft Lauderdale has a handicapped accessible outdoor pool. 

Lobby Cafe


There is a small cafe counter in the lobby of the Double Tree where you can order a latte if the in-room coffee isn't cutting it for you. 
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Cafe Menu with prices


​Below you can see the menu with prices for some non-coffee beverage options including Julius Meinl teas. 

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You can also grab a quick breakfast yogurt parfait, fruit cup, piece of fruit or croissant/bagel. 
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Vue on the Water Restaurant Menu with Prices


Inside the Ft Lauderdale Gallery One Hotel there is a restaurant called Vue on the Water. 
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If you're wondering what the prices are like at the restaurant and what kind of foods they offer, here is the menu for Vue on the Water. 
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How much are cocktails at Vue on the Water Ft Lauderdale? Cocktails range from $12-16. 

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Smoothies for $10 and beers are $7.50/8.50.

Lobby Bar


If you'd like to enjoy pre-dinner drinks with your friends, there is a bar in the lobby. 

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Second Floor Views


​With some time to kill before check in, we explored the public spaces of the hotel. On the second floor you can enjoy some nice views from these floor-to-ceiling windows! 
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Checking In at Galleryone Double Tree Ft Lauderdale


It was finally time to check in and if you have allergies you will be happy to know that Double Tree now carries allergy friendly cookies for their guests! 
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More on the cookies later.. 😉
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Room Tour 


The GalleryOne Double Tree in Fort Lauderdale offers suites, meaning the rooms are very spacious as you will see!
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Kitchen


Upon entering the suite, the kitchen was located to the left. It is well equipped with a dishwasher, microwave, and small refrigerator. 

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Coffee Station


The in-room coffee setup was a cuisinart double brewer. There were coffee pouches, sugar and sweeteners, creamers and some tea bags. 

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Dining And Living Areas


A dining table that seats four makes eating a meal or working on a laptop very convenient at this hotel. 
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Of course there is also a couch to lounge upon as well as an oversized chair in the opposite corner. 
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​A pocket door separates the living/dining space from the bedroom. 

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The spacious bedroom includes a large king size bed, 2 night stands and a dresser, Tv, recliner and closet space. 
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​If you have hanging clothes, you will appreciate that there is a closet. 

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The hanging height is a bit short as there is an upper shelf in the closet which houses the in-room safe and iron. There is also an ironing board. 

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The closet doors offer full sized mirrors which is a great and often overlooked detail in accommodations. 
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Bathoom


A tiled walk-in shower with rainfall shower head await.  The DoubleTree also provides shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in the shower. 

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There is a spacious countertop surrounding the sink and a large mirror. 

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The View

Being on an upper floor, our suite had nice views!
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In one direction you could see the Fort Lauderdale Skyline as a backdrop to the Galleria Mall. 
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In the other direction you could see the intercostal waterway and the ocean! 
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​Looking straight down you could see the pool area along the waterway. 

The Doubletree Cookie


​One of the highlights of staying at a DoubleTree are the cookies! 

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And this is definitely one of the best backdrops you can get for your Double Tree Cookie!
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We opted for the original cookie as we don't have any relevant allergies and my is she a beaut! 
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Not only is this cookie a looker, but it's actually an absolutely delicious cookie.

​As a big chocolate chip cookie girl, I was actually shocked how good this cookie was! 
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​And I don't mean it was "good for a free cookie".

I mean it was legitimately one of the better chocolate chip cookies I've had ever.  

​Hands down better than the one from this 
French Boulangerie. ​

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PF Changs Fort Lauderdale, Florida


Irrespective of how delicious the double tree cookie was, we were starving and needed to get some real food.

​It had been a long day after disembarkation and waiting around for check-in time so we just wanted to get take out and call it a night. 
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If you're looking for somewhere within walking distance from GalleryOne Doubletree Fort Lauderdale, try PF Changs! 
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PF Changs Lettuce Wraps Pics


We went for the cult favorite chicken lettuce wraps.
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PF Changs Spicy Chicken Pics


​PF Changs Spicy Chicken bowl. 

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Mongolian Beef


​PF Changs Mongolian Beef
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The only disappointment was that we could not eat our meal outside as we were shooed away by the restaurant management. 

We assumed the outdoor tables and chairs were available for hotel guests.

The sign was promptly pointed out to us. 
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Good thing our suites have nice dining tables! :) 
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Galleryone Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port Hotel REview


The GalleryOne by Hilton near Port Everglades can be a great choice before or after a cruise. It's conveniently located, the rooms are spacious, and the access to a kitchen is convenient. 
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And we can't forget the cookies! ;) 
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If you have time to kill you can take the water taxi all over creation as a DIY excursion, visit the mall next door, or walk to the beach.

​There are also plenty of great restaurants to try near by! 
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Fort Lauderdale Restaurant Reviews

  • Best Hoagies In Fort Lauderdale - Laspadas Hoagie Review
  • Manhattan NY Pizza in Ft Lauderdale - Delivery Review
  • Primanti's Fort Lauderdale Pizza Review - A Pittsburgh Favorite in Florida - coming soon
  • Padrino's Cuban Cuisine Ft Lauderdale Restaurant Review  - coming soon 

FLorida Hotel Reviews

  • Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port Hotel Review with Photos
  • ​Holiday Inn Sebring Florida Hotel Review (HGTV Hometown Takeover) - coming soon
  • Hyatt Regency Miami Cruise Port Hotel Review with Photos - coming soon 


Want to Get a Free Pre-Cruise Hotel Stay?

Check out this post: Hilton Free Night Certificate
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Royal Caribbean Review Blog - Last Day Of the Cruise

3/10/2025

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Royal Caribbean Review Blog - Last Day Of The Cruise

You've made it to the final day of our Royal Caribbean Cruise review! 
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In This Post:

  • Royal Caribbean Brunch Menu - Main Dining Room
  • Macallan Tasting
  • In-Room Laundry
  • Royal Caribbean Bon Voyage Menu - Main Dining Room
  • On Air Karaoke
  • Sorrentos Pizza
  • Disembarkation Tips
  • Disembarkation Times
  • Royal Caribbean Room Service Menus
  • Laundry Prices
  • Book A Cruise

 

Brunch In the Main Dining Room


​After sleeping in, we decided to take advantage of our last chance to eat brunch in the main dining room on Symphony of the Seas. 
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Royal Caribbean Brunch Menu


The main dining room Brunch Menu had a nice variety of breakfast-y choices and lunch-y choices, besides desserts - this is a cruise after all!
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Royal Caribbean Brunch Menu | Symphony of the Seas Review

Here's what we went for: 
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Baked Potato Soup


Rich and creamy, served with cheddar cheese, bacon, sour cream and fresh chives.
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Baked Potato Soup | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

Fried Chicken & Waffles


Tender chicken fried golden brown, warm homemade waffles and a side of Tabasco®. infused honey.

Gotta love hot honey! :D 

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Fried Chicken & Waffles | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

Eggs Your Way


​Two (or one if you only want one!) farm fresh eggs served any style with (very!) crispy bacon, sausage links (skipped), hash browns and white or wheat toast.


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Eggs Your Way | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

NY Bagel and Lox


​A plate of smoked Atlantic salmon, sliced cucumber, pickled onions, arugula and cream cheese served with your choice of plain or everything bagel.


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NY Bagel & Lox | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics
This one was a miss for me. I was excited for it, but in the end I didn't get the everything bagel I hoped for and the bagel itself was cold and tough. I felt really bad that I did not finish this. You can't win them all!
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Key Lime Pie


​Tangy key lime custard in a brown butter graham cracker crust.


Not even a huge key lime pie fan in general, but this made up for the bagel miss. :)
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Royal Chocolate cake


​Layers of dark chocolate cake and decadent chocolate.

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Royal Chocolate Cake | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

After Brunch we strolled around the ship some more to see what details we could learn for you to help you on your next Royal Caribbean cruise! 
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Macallan Tasting 


On the Royal Caribbean app there was a Macallan Tasting at 1pm in Vintages. This is a paid activity and you can see the set up at this special table. 
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While the app indicates that there is a fee for the activity, it does not indicate how much the tasting costs. 
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See Also: Free Liquor Tasting & History of Whisky Event on a Cruise
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Hot Sauce at El Loco Fresh


We carried on to El Loco Fresh to capture a shot of some of the hot sauces they have as mentioned here. 
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Hot Sauce at El Loco Fresh | Symphony of the Seas Review

Then we proceeded to the pool deck for some final runs down the water slides and on the flow rider. 
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Cruise Ship Laundry

The last bit of laundry needed done before we disembark the cruise ship, and in order to help things dry more quickly we implemented a few tips: 
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We propped the shower door open with the trash can and left the bathroom door open. This allowed more airflow to the clothes as they dried on the line. 
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See Also: How To Do Laundry On A Cruise
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​Next thing we knew it was time for our final dinner of this Southern Caribbean Cruise Review!

 
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Royal Caribbean Bon Voyage Menu

The Bon Voyage menu is served on the final night of your Royal Caribbean Cruise. 

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Royal Caribbean Bon Voyage Menu | Symphony of the Seas Review

Here's what we ordered!
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Seafood Cake


Panko breaded and deep-fried until golden brown, served with mango-carrot slaw and a spicy garlic.

Mediterranean Tapas Medley


A spread of hummus, chilled tzatziki, classic Greek salad and soft pita bread.
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Mediterranean Tapas Medley | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

Vegetable Greek Moussaka


Layers of grilled eggplant, Roma tomatoes and tender potatoes and onions, topped with panko breadcrumbs and served with oregano-tomato salsa.


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Vegetable Moussaka | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

Grilled Steak with Chimichurri


​Marinated strip steak prepared to order with chimichurri, garlic potato wedges and tender roasted vegetables.


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Grilled Steak with Chimichurri | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

Black Forest Tart


​Vanilla tart shell wth rich dark chocolate ganache and cherry filling, topped with raspberry whipped cream, lemon zest and a maraschino cherry.

Crema Catalana


​Smooth and rich Spanish-style custard finished with a crackly caramelized sugar topping.
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Huge shoutout to our incredible dining team - Wiryawan and Bayu - who took care of our group all 8 nights of this Southern Caribbean Cruise!
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Best Dining Staff | Symphony of the Seas Review
 
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On Air Karaoke


Karaoke was buzzing on the last day of the cruise in On Air in the Royal Promenade. I've never done karaoke on a cruise ship myself, but it's great fun to watch others have a blast with it. 

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The Night Before Disembarkation


The sad moment has arrived when we start to see all the suitcases lining up in the hallways. If you would like luggage assistance you need to pack your bags the night before and place them in the hallway.

​You can then pick them up after you disembark. 

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Night Before Disembarkation on Symphony of the Seas

In our case, we prefer to keep our luggage with us so we don't have to rush off the ship in the morning. We only have carry-on bags anyways, so it's not too burdensome. 

After packing up our bags we ran up to Sorrento's Pizza one last time. 
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Royal Caribbean Sorrento's Pizza Menu


Nothing fuels you quite like Sorrento's :p 

 
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Royal Caribbean Disembarkation Tips:

The cruise line provides some helpful tips for an easy departure and explains what to do the night before and the morning of departure. These are very helpful tips for first time cruisers and veterans alike. 
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Royal Caribbean Disembarkation Tips

Needless-to-say, I appreciate the bottom right corner outlining the locations and hours food will be available on disembarkation day. :p

 
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Royal Caribbean Disembarkation Times

You may be wondering, "When can I get off the ship? How early can I disembark?"

​On this particular cruise the scheduled departure times were between 7:15am and 9:45am. They often call all luggage tag numbers before the listed time of 9:45. 
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Royal Caribbean Disembarkation Times

If you are "Self-assist" meaning you have your own luggage, you can depart at any time. You do not have to depart at 7:15am. 

As we usually don't have a flight scheduled until later in the day we take our time, try to enjoy some breakfast, and make our way off the ship toward the end. :)
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Windjammer on Disembarkation Day


If you can't make it to the main dining room on the day of departure, you can always head to the Windjammer, Park Cafe, or Solarium Bistro for "regular" guests (meaning non-suites).
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View of a Princess Ship in Florida Cruise Port from Windjammer Buffet on Royal Caribbean


​A few more helpful details


As we did a final pass through the room we thought we would share a few documents in the cabin that could be helpful to you.

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Royal Caribbean Show Summary


On embarkation day we received a printout which described the main scheduled entertainment shows onboard during our cruise. On the reverse side it outlined the days and time each would be showing. 
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Royal Caribbean Entertainment Symphony of the Seas

I found this very helpful as you can decide if it's something you are interested in or not and plot out when you want to reserve tickets.

Remember, all the shows are free, but you do need to reserve a space in advance to ensure you'll have a seat! 

You can see all this information on the Royal Caribbean App too, which is great, but something about having it consolidated to one piece of paper and seeing it all at one time was very appealing to me. :) 

 
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Royal Caribbean Laundry PRices

Here's the price list for Laundry Service on our Royal Caribbean Cruise. If you cant DIY your laundry, then here are your options. Please check your Crown and Anchor Loyalty Status perks for any applicable discounts on laundry. :) 
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Royal Caribbean Laundry Prices

Prices range from $1.99 to $14.99 per item, but you can usually also send an entire bag for around $35 before discounts so check for that option in a pinch if you have a lot to send in as it may be a savings. 

 
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Royal Caribbean Room Service Menus

Room service on Royal Caribbean is not free. There is a flat fee of $7.95 + 18% gratuity for each delivery. So if you order 1 item from this menu or 10, the charge is the same. 

If you order Lunch and Dinner, you'll pay the charge twice. If you order once a day every day for a 7 night cruise you'll pay it seven times. 
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Lunch, Dinner, Snacks Room Service Menu

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Royal Caribbean Room Service Menu

Breakfast Room service Menu

Continental Breakfast Room Service Delivery on Royal Caribbean is FREE! 

If you want hot cooked eggs under the American Breakfast Category then the $7.95 + gratuity service fee mentioned above still applies. 
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Royal Caribbean Breakfast Menu

Continental Breakfast Door Hang Tags


There is a strange amount of enjoyment that comes from filling out your order on these breakfast menus and hanging them on your stateroom door at night. 

Feel free to write a little note of appreciation on here too. :) 
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You can select your preferred delivery time but please know it's hard from them to deliver exactly within that window some days so it could come earlier or later. 

I'll really miss having coffee, juice, fruit, and pastries delivered to my door in the morning. 

​Until next time, Royal Caribbean! 
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I hope you have enjoyed this Symphony of the Seas Review!
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Up next: Gallery One Double Tree By Hilton Fort Lauderdale Hotel RevieW W/ Photos

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Double Tree Hilton Fort Lauderdale Room Tour and Review

More Royal Caribbean Blogs:

  • Lobster Night On a Cruise
  • One Day in Aruba Cruise Port: DIY Walking Tour Aruba Cruise Port
  • Aruba: A Taste of the Caribbean Dinner
  • Embarkation Day: Symphony of the Seas Embarkation Day
  • Sea Day: Exploring the Ship on a Sea Day 
  • Sea Day: ​A Taste of Italy Dinner
  • Curacao: Missing Curação Cruise Port
  • Breakfast at Johnny Rockets - Free on Oasis Class Ships
  • Symphony of the Seas: Water Slides & Flow Rider
  • El Loco Fresh Review - Mexican Inspired Food
  • The Royal Night - Royal Caribbean Dinner Menu
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Labadee Haiti Royal Caribbean Review

3/10/2025

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Welcome to Labadee! This is Royal Caribbean's 260-acre private resort on Haiti.
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Labadee - Royal Caribbean's Private Resort on Haiti

When you get off the ship in Labadee you have a great photo opportunity, if you're patient, with the Labadee sign and the ship in the background. 
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In This Post:

  • One Day in Labadee Cruise Port
  • Exploring Labadee
  • Walking Trails on Labadee
  • Souvenirs on Labadee
  • Labadee Beach Bar Menu
  • A Taste of UK Royal Caribbean Dinner Menu
  • Hairspray Broadway Production
  • Labadee, Haiti Royal Caribbean Cruise Port Review
This lovely tropically colored building is a shop "Boutik Logo Store" as well as excursion counter on either side. 

While there are paid activities at Labadee including Kayak Adventure, Sip and Paint, Walking Tour, Aqua Park, Coaser, Flight Zip Line, there is also plenty to do for free, just follow the signs!
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Plenty to do on Labadee - paid and free - just follow the signs!

If you don't feel like walking around the island, you can catch a free tram and hop off at your beach or food establishment of choice. 

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Barefoot Beach Tram Service

There is a special Barefoot Beach Tram Service exclusively for Star, Sky, Pinnacle, and Concierge Suites guests. Guests who have reserved a Barefoot Beach Club Cabana can utilize this particular tram service. 

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Labadee Chair Photo Opportunity

If you decide to wander by foot you will find classic vacation photo ops for your friends and family like this giant Labadee chair. :) 
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Trails on Labadee, Haiti


There are some nice paths to walk around the lush greenery of the island that lead to some 'secret' look out points where you can take in some nice views and get some nice pictures of your crew.


You can get a view of the Aqua Park (paid activity) from this lookout as well. 
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Souvenir Shopping on Labadee


For the uninitiated, on Labadee you have the opportunity to venture into this Market section with local vendors. Many cruisers find the selling culture to be a bit aggressive and you should be prepared to haggle if you want to shop in this area. 
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Shopping from local Vendors on Labadee

Some love this type of shopping and interaction, but if it's not for you there are other options. 
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Cost of Souvenirs on Labadee

If you're curious about the prices for souvenirs on Labadee, here are a few from one of the main shopping options. 

The environment in here is calmer and you are able to pay with Visa, so if you don't bring extra cash but want a souvenir this is a good option. They have all the usual things, some manufactured mugs and some more unique options. They have Rhum Punch (Rum Punch) and T shirts which started at $9.95.
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Larimar Necklaces were listed at $35 and carved Limestone animals were plentiful. The elephant was $15. 
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Labadee Beach Bar Menu

Here is a menu with prices from Labadee Beach Bar. 

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Labadee Beach Bar Menu with Prices

Cocktail Prices

Beer prices


  • Mai Tai - $14 
  • Bombay Smash - $14
  • Hurricane - $14
  • Bahama Mama - $14
  • Island Sunset - $14
  • Castaway - $14
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  • Corona Extra - $7.99
  • Heineken - $7.99
  • Bud Light - $7.49
  • Budweiser - $7.49
  • Miller Light - $7.49
  • Coors Light - $7.49
  • Red Stripe - $8.25
  • Prestige - $7.49
  • Truly Hard Seltzer - $7.49
  • White Claw Hard Seltzer - $7.49

​An additional service charge will be added to these prices unless you have a Royal Caribbean Beverage Package.
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You can also order items not on the menu, of course. Like the Labadoozie - basically a frozen rum punch or even a whisky to sip on the beach. 
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Beach Time on LAbadee


There are plenty of beach areas on Labadee to lounge around or to swim in the ocean. 
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Please Leave Nothing But Your Footprints Sign

​Even on an overcast day, the views are beautiful with calm waters nestled between lush mountains, it's exactly what you're hoping for on a Caribbean Cruise.
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Private Cabanas on Labadee

If you have cash to splash you can rent one of these private cabanas for the day or do an excursion like kayaking in these tropical waters. 
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Free Food On Labadee


When you're hungry on Labadee you can enjoy a beach picnic including things like hot dogs, hamburgers, grilled chicken, rice, corn on the cob, fruit, salads, cookies, cakes and the like. The food is included in your cruise fare. 

 

A Taste of UK Royal Caribbean Menu

Enjoy this cruise food photo review! 
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A Taste of UK Royal Caribbean Dinner Menu

​See more cruise restaurant menus here.

Goat Cheese Tart


Seasoned eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, tomatoes and goat cheese baked in flaky puff pastry.
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Goat Cheese Tart Royal Caribbean Cruise Food

Mozzarella Cheese Sticks


Mozzarella cheese coated with crispy garlic-seasoned panko breading and fried until golden brown, paired with a zesty marinara dipping sauce.
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Clearly that is not mozzarella cheese.

​ Due to a supply chain issue, the culinary crew had to make a cheese swap out. So it was surprising when you're expecting mozzarella, but hey - when you're talking about breaded and deep fried cheese it's hard to go wrong. :) 

Traditional English Fish and CHips

Tempura-battered Atlantic cod fried until golden with thick-cut potatoes, mushy peas, creamy coleslaw and tartar sauce.
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Chicken Tikka Masala

Tender chicken in a spicy tomato-yogurt sauce, served with basmati rice, raita, roti and pappadum.

Indian Food on Royal Caribbean is almost always a home run if you're not sure what to order. I've said it before and I'll say it again. :) 

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Warm steamed date pudding with caramel sauce and whipped cream.
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Hairspray Broadway Production

Good Morning Baltimore! 

After dinner we squeezed in a production show. On Symphony of the Seas you can watch the Broadway production Hairspray. It's one of the longer shows you will see on a cruise. 

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Hairspray on Royal Caribbean Symphony of the Seas
 


​Labadee, Haiti Royal Caribbean Review


I love Royal Caribbean's offerings of Labadee and Perfect Day at CocoCay. 

Some argue that these cruise line owned resorts or islands are not an authentic experience of the island, and sure I get that. But I view them as a high value "freebie" day where I don't have to plan or spend any extra cash if I don't want to or don't have it. 

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Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas Docked at Labadee, Haiti

Labadee offers a low pressure day where everything is taken care of for you and close by. You have beach chairs and umbrellas included for free at the various beach locations. You have food included without having to go back to the ship or spend extra cash. You have tram service if you're unable or don't want to walk as much. And the scenery is absolutely beautiful. 

While I do love exploring cruise ports and trying local food and having that "more authentic" experience, I am always happy to see either
Labadee or Perfect Day on a Caribbean Itinerary.


More from this Royal Caribbean Cruise Review:


  • Lobster Night On a Cruise
  • Aruba: DIY Walking Tour Aruba Cruise Port
  • Aruba: A Taste of the Caribbean Dinner
  • Embarkation Day: Symphony of the Seas Embarkation Day
  • Sea Day: Exploring the Ship on a Sea Day 
  • Sea Day: ​A Taste of Italy Dinner
  • Curacao: Missing Curação Cruise Port
  • Breakfast at Johnny Rockets - Free on Oasis Class Ships
  • Symphony of the Seas: Water Slides & Flow Rider
  • El Loco Fresh Review - Mexican Inspired Food
  • The Royal Night - Royal Caribbean Dinner Menu
 
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Lobster Night On A Cruise - SYMPHONY OF THE SEAS REVIEW

3/9/2025

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Day 6 of our  Southern Caribbean Cruise on Symphony of the Seas was a sea day and realizing the cruise was quickly winding down we had a few more spots on the ship to tick off our list before the highly anticipated lobster night on a cruise. 

In This Post:

  • Breakfast at Johnny Rockets
  • Water Slides & Flow Rider
  • El Loco Fresh Mexican
  • The Royal Night Dinner
 


​Breakfast at Johnny Rockets 

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Johnny Rockets on Symphony of the Seas

​Johnny Rockets is a fun old fashioned American Diner styled specialty restaurant on Royal Caribbean cruise ships, but not many people realize that on Oasis Class Ships you can eat breakfast for free at Johnny Rockets! 


​Check out the Johnny Rockets menu on Symphony of the Seas here
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Coffee and Orange Juice


​They really lean into the old school diner vibes with the plastic coffee mugs and the huge glasses of 'orange juice'. I recommend sharing a glass if you order it as it's just a LOT of juice.  :) 

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Coffee and Orange Juice at Johnny Rockets on Symphony of the Seas

Eggs "My Way"


​Served with potatoes, applewood smoked bacon or sausage and sourdough toast.

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Eggs My Way at Johnny Rockets on Symphony of the Seas

buttermilk Pancakes

"Three classic buttermilk pancakes served with your choice of applewood smoked bacon or sausage and maple syrup"
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Buttermilk Pancakes at Johnny Rockets on Symphony of the Seas

"The Works" Breakfast Scrambler

"Scrambled eggs, applewood smoked bacon, grilled bell pepper and onions, mushrooms and chili topped with shredded Wisconsin cheddar, served with potatoes and toast"
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"The Works" Scramble at Johnny Rockets on Symphony of the Seas

Condiments

With our breakfast at Johnny Rockets they served some ketchup for the potatoes, jelly for the toast, and "maple" syrup for the pancakes. 
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Condiments at Johnny Rockets on Symphony of the Seas

Breakfast and a Show


​We were delighted by the show the Johnny Rockets crew put on during our breakfast! Nothing like a surprise break out into song and dance!

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Entertainment at Johnny Rockets on Symphony of the Seas
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Afternoon Water Slides and Flow Rider


The final sea day on a cruise is a last call to cram in all the fun ship activities you haven't done yet, or haven't done enough because it was so fun. So for us we needed to do some serious waterslide time and some flow rider time. 
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Racing Water Slides

Here is a good view of all the slides (aside from Ultimate Abyss the dry slide) on Symphony of the Seas. You can see the Blue and Yellow slides which you can race your friends on if you want.

And on the right you can see the green/yellow "toilet bowl" water slide. 
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Symphony of the Seas Dueling Water Slides

The toilet bowl slide


​The toilet bowl slide, as it's affectionally called, drops you into a bowl before you finish the slide and depending on your speed you may loop around the bowl multiple times quickly before finishing the ride. 


And as you can see in these pictures, there is actually a "see-through" section on some of the slides so if you keep an eye out you can catch a glimpse of your loved ones as they shoot down the water slides!
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Above you can see the splashes are pretty great whether you shoot down the yellow/blue slides or the toilet bowl slide. 

Which would you try?!

Rainbow on a Cruise SHip

We were delighted to catch a rainbow at sea just over the pool deck before grabbing a quick bite for late lunch. 
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Rainbow on Symphony of the Seas Southern Caribbean Cruise
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El Loco Fresh Mexican Lunch

El Loco Fresh is a popular Mexican casual dining restaurant on Symphony of the Seas. It's a free restaurant and great for grabbing a quick bite. 


You can grab a quesadilla or premade burrito or you can DIY you own plate with an assortment of rice, meat, beans, taco shells, tortilla chips and so on. 

There is also a bar with lovely fresh toppings including various salsas, pico de Gallo, delicious guacamole, and a huge display of hot sauces. 
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There is also a section with little desserts like this chocolate cake topped with caramel topped with chocolate mouse that I think would be a great dessert to make for a party in individual cups. A future recreated recipe for Inspired By Travel for sure. 

And they always have plastic cups filled with cut up fruit - watermelon, honeydew, and cantaloupe. This is one of my favorite features of El Loco Fresh.

Pro Tip: I would often grab a cup of fruit and bring it to the fridge of my stateroom and when I wanted a healthy fresh snack I didn't have to go anywhere! :) 

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The Royal Night Dinner

The Royal Night Menu

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Royal Caribbean's The Royal Night Menu Photo

Avocado and Melon Salad


​Sweet cantaloupe, ripe avocados, orange segments and figs in a maple-lime dressing, topped with toasted pine nuts. 

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Avocado and Melon Salad - The Royal Night Menu

Vidalia Onion Tart


Sweet onion tart baked with smoked bacon and Parmesan cheese, served with sautéed bell peppers and creamed leeks.
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Vidalia Onion Tart - The Royal Night Menu

Maine Lobster Tail

Broiled lobster tail with melted butter, saffron rice and sautéed vegetables
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Maine Lobster Tail - The Royal Night Menu

Baked Alaska


Layered Neapolitan ice cream wrapped in sponge cake and torched meringue.


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Baked Alaska - The Royal Night Menu

Red Velvet Cake


Fluffy layered cocoa-infused cake with sweet cream cheese frosting and a drizzle of chocolate.
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Red Velvet Cake - The Royal Night Menu
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After Dinner Drinks at Vintages

If ever there is a night to splash out for a drink on a cruise it's formal night!

​We went to Vintages in Central Park where they have a great collection of scotches to try including Travelers Editions you can only buy or taste on a Royal Caribbean Cruise. 

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Macallan on Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship

And what better way is there to end an evening in a park, on a cruise ship, sipping Macallan and playing chess at this adorable mosaic table?
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Chess Board in Central Park on Symphony of the Seas


​More from this Southern Caribbean Cruise Review:

  • Aruba: DIY Walking Tour Aruba Cruise Port
  • Aruba: A Taste of the Caribbean Dinner
  • Embarkation Day: Symphony of the Seas Embarkation Day
  • Sea Day: Exploring the Ship on a Sea Day 
  • Sea Day: ​A Taste of Italy Dinner
  • Waving to Curação
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How To Do Laundry On A Cruise

3/7/2025

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How To Do Laundry On A Cruise

We always travel carry-on only these days and that means that there is a good chance we will need to do laundry at some point on a cruise. 
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Pay per bag of laundry


Every cruise line has laundry options where you can send a bag of laundry out and have it returned washed, pressed, folded and hung for a set rate. This can run from $15-30 per bag (stuff that bag people!).

​Different cruise lines may also offer discounts at various loyalty levels with the line. 
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In This Post:

  • How To Do Laundry On A Cruise:
    • Pay Per Bag
    • Onboard Laundromat
    • Free Laundry For Some
    • DIY Laundry 
  • What If Clothes Aren't Drying Fast Enough
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Free Laundry on Princess Cruises

​On our 15th anniversary Sun Princess Mediterranean Cruise ,  we were soo happy to have laundry included in our fare as we were granted elite status on the line. 
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Sun Princess Deluxe Balcony Tour


​Is there a laundromat on board?


Princess and Cunard are among the very few lines to have self-service laundry available to guests. 
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How To DIY Laundry On A Cruise

Aside from our Sun Princess Cruise (review here), we always do laundry in our stateroom. It's easy. 
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We always bring this Wash & Stain Bar and brush and wash clothes in the sink!
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You will find that some cruise cabins have a line to dry clothes, but others do not. Therefore we always bring a portable clothes line. 

This particular one has clips on either end, but can also be tied around an anchoring point as needed. The portable clothes line is durable and braided, so you don't need clothes pins to hang your clothes. Rather, you pull down on a loop of the braid and feed a piece of your clothing in that way!
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This is a very small item to toss in your luggage and it can come in handy if you need to do laundry on your cruise! 
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If it's safe in your cabin type, you may wish to leave the shower door open as well as the bathroom door while clothes are drying to help things along. 

Do be careful of leaving loose items outside on your balcony as they can fly away when the winds pick up. 
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What to do if the clothes aren't drying fast enough


I hear you, I hear you. You ran out of undies and now you're in a bit of a situation as the ones you washed earlier are not quite dry and it's time for formal night dinner. What to do, what to do?!

Easy. Grab the hair dryer, folks! 
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Rather than blowdrying from the outside of the garment, try to find a way to close off the openings of the garment so the hairdryer can fill the garment with air from the inside and essentially be drying in all directions simultaneously. 

A simple example is to put the tip of the hairdryer inside a sock. The sock balloons out and is dry in a really short amount of time. 

Try the same trick with other clothing items if possible to reduce dry times in a pinch! 

While none of this is exactly a stroke of genius revelation, maybe some of the points above are things you hadn't thought of before and will help you out on your next cruise! 

Happy sailing!
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Sick on a Cruise - The One Where We Miss A Day In Curação

3/1/2025

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Unfortunately I woke up in the middle of the night after our day in Aruba cruise port, and was pretty ill.
I'm looking at you, pork chop. -.-

I opted to sleep it off and we decided not to get off on Curacao during this cruise. Fortunately, we had been here before in the past, but it was still really disappointing, needless-to-say. 

Eventually we made it up to the Windjammer buffet for lunch and I snapped this pic of Willemstad through the glass.
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Willemstad, Curacao Cruise Port

Shockingly, the only food item we took a picture of was this tasty little mini pastry filled with chocolate!
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Chocolate Filled Pastry on Royal Caribbean | Windjammer Food Pics

We then took the opportunity to enjoy some of the features of the ship we hadn't yet. We rode the carousel together in the Boardwalk Neighborhood. 

And I screamed more than I needed to going down the Ultimate Abyss slide. 
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Ultimate Abyss Slide on Symphony of the Seas

I came out the other end laughing and I would do it again, for sure. Do it people!
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Never in my life have I tried rock climbing and I'm not sure how I would do, but I really wanted to try climbing this rock wall on a cruise ship! 
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Rock Wall on a Cruise Ship | Royal Caribbean Oasis Class Ship

That's still on my to-do list. I wasn't quite up for it yet. :)
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But I was up for exploring the staircase art before dinner! 
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Check out some of the unique stairwell art on the newer ship Utopia of the Seas here!
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A Taste of Mexico Menu | Royal Caribbean

The dinner theme was a Taste of Mexico and here's a little sample of the menu using the Royal Caribbean App. 
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Dinner Menu on Royal Caribbean App

Tbh, I spend way too much time every day on the app checking the menus and plotting out my orders. lol

​Here's what we got!
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Roasted Poblano Pepper Soup


"Rich and silky, topped with roasted corn, red peppers, fresh cilantro, and sautéed chorizo."
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Roasted Poblano Soup | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

Tortilla Soup


​"Tomato broth with hearty black beans and sweet corn, topped with cilantro, crunchy corn tortillas, and fresh lime"

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Tortilla Soup | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

Grilled Sweet Corn Cakes


"Served golden brown with grilled vegetables, tomato-avocado salsa, and fresh cilantro."
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Grilled Sweet Corn Cakes | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

Carne Asada


​"Marinated grilled flank steak served with rice, pinto beans, sautéed vegetables and a bright salsa verde"

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Carne Asada | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

Chili-Lime Crusted Salmon


​"Baked and served over a sweet potato, mushroom, and kale hash topped with tangy mango and bell pepper salsa"

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Chili LimeCrusted Salmon | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

Caramel Flan


​"rich, sweet dulce de leche custard soaked in caramel with fresh strawberries"

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Caramel Flan | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

Sorrentos Pizza Menu

Despite a hearty dinner, an evening show tends to work up an appetite. It's almost as if YOU were the one pulling those dance moves or walking the tightrope. Naturally you want a late night slice of pizza.

So we headed over to Sorrento's Pizza in the Royal Promenade.
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Sorrento's Pizza Menu

The menu can vary from day to day and I do believe you can always request a gluten free pizza at Sorrento's on Royal Caribbean. 8)

Primavera Pizza froM Sorrento's 


​"Extra virgin olive oil, garlic, mozzarella, spinach, tomatoes, grilled banana peppers, roasted red peppers, and feta cheese"

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Sorrento's Pizza Primavera | Royal Caribbean Cruise Food Pics

Not bad, Royal Caribbean, not bad. 

With that it was time for a little in-room laundry session and to bed to rest up for a fun filled sea day onboard Symphony of the Seas! 
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More From This Southern Caribbean Cruise:


  • Aruba: DIY Walking Tour Aruba Cruise Port
  • Aruba: A Taste of the Caribbean Dinner
  • Embarkation Day: Symphony of the Seas Embarkation Day
  • Sea Day: Exploring the Ship on a Sea Day 
  • Sea Day: ​A Taste of Italy Dinner
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A Taste of the Caribbean - Royal Caribbean Main Dining Room Dinner Menu

2/28/2025

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After spending a cheap DIY day on Aruba, it was time for a Caribbean themed dinner in the main dining room of Symphony of the Seas. 

A Taste of the Caribbean Dinner Menu

Royal Caribbean Dinner Menu Photo:
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Although it's the Caribbean menu, as you can see there is still a mix of offerings that are not Caribbean-inspired at all and our choices reflect that. 
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Crispy Coconut Jumbo Shrimp


"Breaded coconut shrimp paired with a tangy pineapple-celeriac slaw and a sweet chili dipping sauce"
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Coconut shrimp is always a win, and I will always order it on a cruise!
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Asian-Style Pork Bao Tacos

"Roasted pork belly in a sweet-chili sauce topped with sautéed vegetables and pork crackling in a soft, steamed bun"

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I'm always enticed by Bao, but at the end of the day I think I'm just not crazy about the texture of the steamed buns - on or off a cruise ship. 
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Garlic-Herb Buttered Tiger Shrimp


​"Broiled until golden brown, served with jasmine rice, sautéed seasonal vegetables, and a garlicky herb butter"

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Shrimp appetizer, Shrimp main ... as long as you're not allergic this is a win!
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Jerk-Seasoned Pork Chop


​"Tender marinated pork chop with rice and beans, sweet plantains and Jamaican fried dumplings"

Can we all just look back to the shrimp meal and then this one and agree that this is a massive amount of food!

Being Cuban-American, my eyes light up when I see plantains on a menu and of course I love rice and beans. We honeymooned in Jamaica where I had my first bites of jerk seasoned foods so how could I not order this dish? 

Despite all that connection, in retrospect I liked the garlic herb buttered tiger shrimp better - who knew?!
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Pineapple Sunshine Cake


"Light and fluffy pineapple cake with a sweet whipped cream frosting"
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More Symphony of the Seas Cruise Food Pics and Reviews:

  • Breakfast in the Main Dining Room 
  • A Taste of Italy Dinner 
  • ​Lunch at Park Cafe in Central Park
  • Symphony of the Seas Brunch
  • Sea Day Dinner - The One With Creme Brûlée
  • Embarkation Day Lunch at Solarium Bistro
  • Welcome Aboard Dinner - Royal Caribbean Cruise
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One Day In Aruba on a Cruise - Royal Caribbean Cruise Blog

2/28/2025

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Day 4 of our Southern Caribbean Cruise was a port day in lovely Aruba.

We did not plan an excursion in advance and decided to DIY a low key day on the island and revisited a yummy foodie spot. 
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Free Shuttle from Aruba Cruise Port

After waking up to this gorgeous water view from our Oceanview cabin (room tour with photos and review here), we were eager to start our day on Aruba.

Conveniently, after exiting the ship's gangway there were shuttle buses waiting to take cruise ship passengers to the main gate. 
The shuttle buses were ​free (hooray!) and had comical names like "Honey Boy" and "Lady Blue".

They were clearly marked with the name of our ship, Symphony of the Seas.

Aruba Cruise Port


​For those with limited mobility, there is plenty of shopping to do in the main port area. 

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If you're able to walk a bit more you can check out the "local market".

​At the main intersection walk left, and you'll see the sign for the local market right across from the I ❤︎‬ Aruba sign. 
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Souvenirs in Aruba Cruise Port

There are plenty of classic t shirts, ball caps, and magnets available to purchase in port (pics to come), but there are also some more unique items from local artisans to consider!
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The colorful boho sandals were calling my name, but I restrained because I was afraid they were too flat for my feet. :( 
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Knock Off Ray Ban Sunglasses in Aruba Cruise Port

I got a kick out of this sunglasses display which announces that all of the $25 sunglasses are fake items. lol. 
But hey if you want some D&G, Chanel, or Ray Bans ....  
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Cute paintings and decorative signs for your home.

Cost of Souvenir Hats in Aruba


​Loads of souvenir hats and visors were available. As seen below the prices at this shop ranged from $5-8.

The Paddock

The Paddock is located in walking distance from the port in Oranjestad, Aruba. 
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A popular spot due to it's convenient location and vibe, a bucket of 5 local beers would set you back just $20 and a meal consisting of French bread, chicken salad, and fries ran $10. 
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If you want to leave your mark you can leave a $1 bill on the wall and sign your name and where you're from. 
I do believe this was also a spot where you could catch wifi in Aruba cruise port. 
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Walking Around Oranjestad 

Beyond the ornate, colorful buildings when you first enter the town, we strolled beyond the main strip of stores and toward the far end of the marina. 
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A pair of giant flamingos nuzzling stood between the yachts and the cruise ships in the distance. It looks like Carnival was also in port with us on this day. 
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This was just at the edge of the Renaissance Marketplace in the Aruba cruise port where we found a really cool store. 
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Mopa Mopa Aruba


This store was filled with unique and intricately decorated home decor.

​Have you heard of the Mopa Mopa Tree?
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Much to my surprise, these items are not painted. Rather they are decorated using a centuries old technique of extracting resin from the Mopa Mopa Tree. 
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Inside the store you could ask an associate and read other information to learn about this unique art form. They do accept all major credit cards, so if you don't have enough cash on you for one of these treasures, don't worry. 

I think this is a very cool store to walk around and learn about this unique craft even if you're not in the market for a piece. 
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Murals by Armando Goedgedrag


Absolutely incredible art murals can be seen on the sides of buildings in the Renaissance Marketplace which have been painted by the very talented Armando Goedgedrag. 
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It's very cool to see support for local artists like this and it really adds to the vibrance of Oranjestad, don't you agree?! 

Wilhelmina Park, Oranjestad


​Wilhelmina Park in Oranjestad is a well-manicured park with a nice walkway stroll through. 

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Here in this park you will see a statue of Anne Frank. 
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As well as Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands whom the park is named after. She reigned from 1890 until her abdication in 1948. 
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Queen Wilhelmina was the longest raining monarch in Dutch history. Apparently she was also the world's first female billionaire. 

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Her park is also full of iguanas!! It's hard to tell from the photo, but they are quite large!
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Mangroves and Beaches

There is a wooden boardwalk from Governors Bay Beach in Oranjestad which allows you to enjoy views of Banyan Trees. 

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These cool trees have aerial roots that grow into accessory trunks. Over time a Banyan tree can cover several acres - isn't that insane?!

It was hard to pass up an opportunity to walk down through this banyan tree and onto a beach via this sort of secret path. 
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The beach area here was quite narrow, but felt private. There was no one in sight although it was not that far from the main Governor's Beach area. 
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​When traveling, very often you are rewarded when you're willing to take just a few extra steps. 

Continuing on toward Surfside Beach, we passed some more incredible trees like this Acacia tree. 
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​And I found it fascinating how this tree looked like it was currently caught in a violent windstorm although the weather was calm. :) 

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We finally made it to Surfside Beach! 
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There were just a few families there.  With plenty of trees to catch some shade from or sit on, I really enjoyed this beach! 

​By the way, all beaches in Aruba are free. :) 

The Pastechi House


There was one last stop we wanted to make before heading back to our cruise ship after this day in Oranjestad.

That stop was The Pastechi House. 
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We visited The Pastechi House on an ABC islands cruise back in 2017 or around there and were thrilled to see it survived through the pandemic, though it was a struggle the owner shared. 

Pastechi House Menu with Prices

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Pastechi is an ABC Islands (Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao) version of an empanada and they are tasty!!


We also nabbed ourselves a fresh orange juice which was a tad bit more expensive than in Portugal. 
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​Just outside The Pastechi House was this spectacular rooster ... 
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Even more exciting was the exotic black, white, and orange bird in this palm tree! It appears to be a Venezuelan Troupial!
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Downtown Oranjestad


It was time to make our way back through downtown Oranjestad and to the cruise ship terminal, past the blue horse ... 
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Beyond all the cute buildings ... 

Took one last look at the cutest souvenirs for anyone who loves a cultural touch!
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Probably should have gotten a Where's my Pastechi at!? mug.

It was a cool honor system sort of set up where when the artist wasn't there in person (like the day we were there), you could snap a picture of what you wanted to by, message her on whatsapp and then send the payment to her! 
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I Heart Aruba Sign


Don't forget, you can't leave the island without snapping a pic of the I ‪‪❤︎‬ Aruba sign, can you?
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We got back on board Symphony of the Seas and headed to our room to get ready for dinner - Caribbean Night!
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We returned to a cute little towel animal welcoming us back and I put on the closest thing to a "Caribbean" themed outfit as I had for dinner in the main dining room.  

Outfit: Quince European Linen Long Sleeve Shirt, Etsy Skirt, Nisolo Bag, Melrie Jewelry 

A Taste of the Caribbean Menu

After a lovely day exploring Aruba, we were ready for dinner in the main dining room onboard Symphony of the Seas.  Tap the menu to see what we ordered! 
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A Taste of the Caribbean Menu
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  • Wonder of the Seas Review
  • Utopia of the Seas Review
  • Symphony of the Seas Embarkation Day
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Celebrity Raw on 5 Menu with prices

2/3/2025

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Order with confidence after I introduce you to all the exotic ingredients on the menu at Raw on 5! ;) 
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Raw on 5 Celebrity Ascent
 

What is raw on 5?

Raw on 5 is an upscale, seafood-focused specialty dining restaurant on  Celebrity Cruises.

The name "Raw on 5" comes from its location on Deck 5 of the ship, and the "raw" part refers to its sushi bar and raw seafood offerings like oysters, sashimi, and specialty rolls, if those are your jam.

The concept is pretty chic, offering a variety of high-quality dishes, like nigiri, sushi rolls, and ceviches, all prepared fresh. 

In This Article:

Tap below to jump to what you need! :) 
  • Top Questions about Raw on 5
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Sushi Chef at work Raw on 5 on Celebrity Ascent

If you're a seafood lover looking to indulge in some elegant and creative dining at sea, Raw on 5 is for you! 

But what if you're not into slimy oysters, raw fish on rice, or seafood in general? Don't worry! You can find hot plates sans seafood like Tonkotsu Ramen, Pork Belly Skewers, and Chicken Ginger Gyoza at Raw on 5. 

If you're vegetarian, Edamame and Miso Soup await you! :) 

 
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Which Ships have Raw on 5?

Raw on 5 is available on Celebrity Edge Class Ships including Celebrity Edge, Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Ascent, and Celebrity Beyond. 
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Does Celebrity Xcel have Raw on 5? Great question! Celebrity Xcel will soon join the fleet of Edge Class Ships and while we can assume it will, hang tight for official word. ;) 

 
Read: What is Celebrity Dream Makers?
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Sushi at Raw on 5 Photo - Celebrity Cruises

How much does Raw on 5 cost?

While some Specialty Dining restaurants have a cover charge which allows you to order anything from the menu, others are a la carte style. (Remember our Le Grand Bistro Review?) 

Raw on 5 is a la carte style. This means you order off the menu like any restaurant you are used to on land and pay the price per item.

This can make specialty dining more approachable as you may only want one specific item for $15 and wouldn't find a cover charge of $50 to be worth it.

​On the other hand, some prefer a flat-fee cover charge as they feel more confident to step out of their comfort zone when ordering resting assured they can always add an order of something more "safe" if they don't like their adventurous choice. 

​Let's take a look at the prices on these sample menus! 

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Pictures of Raw on 5 Menu with prices! 

Rolls & Nigiri - Celebrity Raw on 5 Menu 

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Okay so most of us are probably excited about sushi when we think of dining at Raw on 5. 

How much is the sushi?
With $10 to $16 you can enjoy the classic California Roll elevated with Snow Crab (que fancy!) instead of imitation crab, the Beyond Roll featuring Spicy Tuna and Shrimp Tempura, or even some Nigiri! 
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Wait. What is Nigiri?
Nigiri is a cute little mound of rice with a slice of raw fish atop. See your sushi emoji's for a visual. ;) 

​I'm looking at these sushi menu options and there literally is not a single item I would not love to try! 

How fun would it be to waltz in and say "I'll take one of each!" 
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Gifts for your sushi loving friends:

  • If You Can Read This Bring Me Sushi Socks
  • Sushi Magnets
  • Sushi Making Kit
 
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Raw & Barely Dressed ​- CELEBRITY RAW ON 5 MENU 

With the likes of Sashimi, Oysters, and Tiradito, the Raw and Barely Dressed menu is not for the faint of heart. ​
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What is Sashimi?
Sashimi is like Nigiri without rice. So basically a slice of high quality raw fish. 

What is Hamachi Tiradito?
This is an interesting Peruvian dish which highlights Japanese influence in Peru. Hamachi is yellowtail tuna. Tiradito is made with sliced raw fish (in this case yellowtail tuna), sashimi style, and dressed in a spicy citrus outfit.  

Shop: I love Tiradito Tee 
Is Tiradito the same as Ceviche?
Not quite. Ceviche is made of cubed raw fish or other seafood which is marinated in citrus that essentially cures it. On the other hand tiradito is made of slices of raw fish and is dressed in citrus just before serving so it remains totally raw, uncured, bright and fresh. 

I'd say Tiradito and Ceviche are cousins. ​
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Beautiful Ahi Tuna Sashimi at Raw on 5 - Photo Celebrity Cruises
What is Kakiage? It's a tempura Japanese dish. So on Celebrity Beyond you can have shrimp and scallop dipped in tempura batter and deep fried if you order the Shrimp and Scallop Kakiage. That sounds delicious! 

What is Furikake? The Crispy Shrimp are seasoned with Furikake, a Japanese seasoning that is crunchy, salty, and a bit nutty/earthy.  It usually includes dried fish, seaweed, salt and sugar. Furikake apparently means sprinkle in Japanese, as in "to sprinkle", but the seasoning is on the chunky side and really looks like savory sprinkles! 

Try Furikake Here
 
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Tonkotsu Ramen Soup from Raw on 5 - Photo Celebrity Cruises

Hot Plates + Land "Meats" Sea ​- CELEBRITY RAW ON 5 MENU 

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If you like seafood but just don't really want to do the raw thing, check out the hot plates menu. 
  • Lobster and shrimp wontons? Yes, please. 
  • Spicy Shrimp stir fry? I'm in! 
  • Chicken Ginger Gyoza? Love Gyoza. Remember the Spicy Pork and Kimchi Gyoza?
  • ​Creamy Oysters? I'll probably skip these hehe. 
What is Kushikatsu? It's deep-fried skewered meat and vegetables - yum! 

Pork Belly Skewers - *insert heart eyes emoji* 

Tonkotsu Ramen - happy tears! 

What is Tonkotsu?
Tonkotsu is a super delicious, rich broth made from pork bones. After simmering for a long time the broth becomes creamy and it's the ultimate umami comfort food. Love it so much! 

It originated in Fukuoka, Japan and sometime I'll share some pics of a quick trip we took to Fukuoka! 

​If all these options intimidate you, just order the Chicken Teriyaki or Ribeye Medallions  - you won't miss!
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Incredible Seafood at Raw on 5 - Photo Celebrity Cruises

Seafood Plateaux ​- CELEBRITY RAW ON 5 MENU 

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If you want a big ol' seafood platter you can drop up to a buck twenty ($120) for the Imperial Tower. 

Whats in the Imperial Tower?
  • 1 Whole cold water lobster tail
  • Lobster and crab salad
  • 6 chilled shrimps
  • 12 oysters
  • 2 king crab legs
  • 6 crab claws
  • Sea bass ceviche 
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Lobster Tail Delivery
 
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Presentation is everything at Raw on 5 - Photo Celebrity Cruises

Cocktails & Champagne ​- CELEBRITY RAW ON 5 MENU 

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The cocktails at Raw on 5 are all crafted on a base of Pure Snow Sake. 

What is Sake?
Sake is Japanese rice wine. 

I've only ever had sake on its own (always served in an adorable tiny cup) so I am really intrigued by these cocktails. 

Here's the order I would try them in:
  1. Tea Leaf - love St. Germain
  2. Gingertini - intrigued by the ginger
  3. Tokyo Rose - Fan of cranberry over here
  4. Snowberry - I have a thing about blue curaçao, idk, not a fan of food coloring I suppose. 
 
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Wine List ​- CELEBRITY RAW ON 5 MENU 

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Wines by the glass range from $10 all the way up to $35 for Caymus out of Napa Valley, California. 
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Read: Infinite Veranda Review (aka Balcony on Celebrity Edge Class Ships)
 
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Sakes ​- CELEBRITY RAW ON 5 MENU 

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On Celebrity Cruises you can try 2 Sakes by the glass at Raw on 5. 
  1. Snow Maiden Junmai Nigori
  2. Joto, Yuzu, the Citrus One
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You also have:
  • Shimizu-No-Mai, Pure Dawn, Junmai Gingjo
  • Shimizu-No-Mai, Pure Dusk, Junmai Daiginjo
  • Shimizu-No-Mai, Pure Snow, Junmai Daiginjo
  • Hou Hou Shu, Sparkling, Semi-Sweet
  • Hou Hou Shu, Sparkling, Rose, Semi- Sweet

    ​Available by the bottle along with Snow Maiden and Joto. 
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Japanese Sake Neon Sign 
 
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Raw on 5 Dessert Menu

Coffee and Dessert Wines ​- CELEBRITY RAW ON 5 MENU 

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A bit suprised there are no matcha teas or matcha lattes on the dessert beverage list at Raw on 5.

​ You basically have the standard espresso and latte options along with some late harvest wines including a Canadian ice wine. 
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Mocha on Celebrity Ascent
 
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Are cocktails at raw on 5 included in the beverage package?

This is a good question and the answer is yes! But also no. Err.. Sort of.. Probably, maybe, it depends. :p 

Really it depends which drink package you have. 
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If you have the Classic Drink Package, everything is included up to $10 per drink. 

If you have the Premium Drink Package, everything is included up to $17 per drink. 

Cocktails at Raw on 5 run $12-15. So they are included if you have the premium drink package, but if you have the classic drink package you will need to pay the difference between $10 and the cocktail price. So each drink will cost you an additional $2-5. 

With the Classic package you could enjoy glasses of Snow Maiden Sake ($10), Le Bel Oliver Rosé ($10) or Corte Giara Pinot Grigio ($10) for 'free'. Also feel free to order your favorite classics off menu. 

Read: Le Grand Bistro Review Specialty Dining on Celebrity 
 
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Desserts ​- CELEBRITY RAW ON 5 MENU 

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Things you're probably wondering about on the Dessert Menu at Raw on 5:

What is Yuzu?
Yuzu is not the same as a lemon, but it very much looks like a lemon and is a highly fragrant citrus fruit!

What is Nori?
Nori is dried, edible seaweed. You may be familiar with its use in sushi rolls. Nori is loaded with vitamins and minerals! 

What is Lychee?
Ooo Lychee is such a yummy fruit! They look so exotic on the outside with their bumpy red skin, and inside they are sweet and juicy. They always remind me of a cross between a skinless grape and a pear. 

What is red bean paste?
A lot of asian cultures use red bean paste in their desserts, especially Japan. Made by boiling red beans and mashing them until smooth, the paste can then be sweetened or left as is. 
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Picture of the Beyond Roll at Raw on 5 - Photo Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity's Raw on 5 Review

After doing a deep dive into the menus, I am really impressed with the offerings at Raw on 5. I think Celebrity has done a great job sharing some dishes that adventurous foodie passengers would find exotic and unique while still providing a number of options for their less daring travel buddies! ;) 

I'm looking forward to trying Raw on 5 on my next Celebrity Cruise.  

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