No idea what I am doing

[joneill1186]

Hi all! 

 

My wife and I are celebrating some big milestones (turning 30 and 5 year wedding anniversary) so we booked a cruise in February on the Majesty of the Sea. It is a 3 day cruise (cocokay and Nassau). I have no idea what to expect. I have no idea what to do for dinning. What/where do we eat at the ports? When do we get to see about shows or entertainment on the ship? Basically Im looking for a walk through so I dont have to ask a million questions when we get on the boat (even though I still will). 

[coneyraven]

Here's a thought ..... Look under the Cruise Compass (daily ship activities list) section here on the blog..... find the ones for the same ship/itinerary.  That should at least give you an idea as to what to expect on board.  That's as good a place to start.

[joneill1186]

Thanks! Ill check that out! 

[coneyraven]

This site is really amazing as a source of reference..... I find myself using it a lot, especially when searching for particular topics .... the wealth of info here from fellow cruisers is invaluable ..... plus, I have found that listening to the pod cast every week has helped a lot too.

[RestingBird]

Congrats on both! I hit the same 30 and 5 this year as well.

I haven't been on Majesty, but plan on 1 1/2 hours for dinner in the main dining room (MDR), could be shorter or longer. You can order as many appetizers, entrées, and desserts as you'd like. There's my tip, wish I knew my first cruise.

Have fun!

[arebee]

There is a place in Nassua that we like to eat called the Poop Deck.  You have to take a taxi but its good, fresh sea food.  It overlooks a marina.  Should cost about $8 by taxi to get there.  There is always Senor Frogs in walking distance.  Kind of touristy.  Coco Cay is their island, they will feed you when you are there.

[Sarah]

Hi,

 

In case you're not aware your cruise fare includes all of your food on board (unless you choose to dine in a speciality restaurant) - and there's lots of food available!  So unless you want to eat whilst you're ashore you don't have to.

 

There are usually 2 shows each evening timed around the meal times in the main dining room (MDR) - so that all guests can attend if they choose to. 

 

Each evening you will have a Cruise Compass left in your cabin which tells you about the activities on board for the next day, the shows / entertainment, times restaurants open - it's something I carry with me so I don't miss out on anything!

 

Enjoy your cruise

 

Sarah

[Matt]

Welcome! For first timers, I highly recommend using a travel agent.  You can still use one if you booked your cruise fairly recently and they are great at ensuring your first cruise goes off without a hitch.

 

That being said, we are happy to help with advice here too!

 

What/where do we eat at the ports? When do we get to see about shows or entertainment on the ship? Basically Im looking for a walk through so I dont have to ask a million questions when we get on the boat (even though I still will). 

Your ship will offer food through the day and evening, so whether at port or at sea, there will be plenty of food.

 

Entertainment will be posted each day in a daily newspaper for the ship, known as a Cruise Compass.  It will be delivered to your stateroom each evening.

[Christie]

Welcome! For first timers, I highly recommend using a travel agent.

That's funny. I was going to say I highly recommending binge listening to all of your old relevant podcasts and even some non-relevant ones :)

[Jeff]

Man, Christie... I was gonna say that.... :lol:

[Matt]

That's funny. I was going to say I highly recommending binge listening to all of your old relevant podcasts and even some non-relevant ones :)

That too.  Thanks!

[KLA]

I recently sailed on Majesty's 3 day sailing - let me know if you have any questions! 

 

Coco Cay is a fantastic beach destination, and consistently one of my favorite places to sail to. Since you're celebrating something, I might suggest checking out one of the dedicated beach loungers for 2 they have available for rental. 

 

Nassau can get mixed reviews and there are a handful of tours available through the cruise line, but I love the Brewery located directly outside the port area called Pirate Republic.