Day 5 on Anthem of the Seas, and today we stopped at Bar Harbor. Bar Harbor is a town on Mount Desert Island. Mount Desert Island is the largest island off the coast of Maine and is the 52nd largest island of the United States. The island can be reached from the mainland via the Trenton Bridge, which was built in 1957. Bar Harbor Maine Acadia National Park is one of the … [Read more...] about Touring Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park
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Is the sorbet hot?
“Is the sorbet hot?” asks Grandma. “No madam it would melt!” replies the bemused waiter. Perhaps the question wouldn’t seem as odd as it sounds if you have eaten at Wonderland on Anthem of the Seas. Royal Caribbean describe Wonderland as “chefs twist their culinary kaleidoscopes, inventing elaborate dreamscapes of never-before-seen fare”. The food at Wonderland is wacky, … [Read more...] about Is the sorbet hot?
Salem the Witch City during Halloween 2019
Day 3 on Anthem of the Seas, and our first port of call in Boston. However, we have decided not to stay in Boston and instead are getting the short ferry to Salem the Witch City. Salem The Witch City The Salem Witch Trials of 1692 were a series of trials of local residents accused of witchcraft. They are reported to be the deadliest witch hunt in North American history. … [Read more...] about Salem the Witch City during Halloween 2019
Resting and Relaxing on Anthem of the Seas
After two hectic days of traveling, today was an opportunity for resting and relaxing on Anthem of the Seas as we sail towards Boston, our first destination. Our cruise is over Halloween, and on our first night, the ship was decorated for the celebration. Royal Esplanade ready for Halloween Anthem of the Seas was launched in April 2015 and was the second ship in the … [Read more...] about Resting and Relaxing on Anthem of the Seas
Canada & New England Anthem of the Seas Day 1
We have taken the opportunity to avoid the Brexit Nonsense and escape on a cruise to New England & Canada. Who knows if Brexit will have occurred when we return. Our cruise is on Anthem of the Seas sailing from Cape Liberty. Anthem of the Seas Anthem of the Seas has developed a “Marmite” reputation amongst its guests. While there are plenty who rave about the ship, … [Read more...] about Canada & New England Anthem of the Seas Day 1