Entertainment+and+Activities+Onboard

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There is so much to do at sea and guests are sure to keep themselves busy whether they spend their day by the pool or joining a dance class. Specific activities onboard can be checked by visiting the cruise lines' website. One must also keep in mind that cruising is all about having a good time! Cruise and activity directors onboard will always ensure guests are enjoying their cruise vacation and will go out of their way to make cruise time an unforgeattable one, even if it means throwing a special theme night!

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1.1 Shows
Every night before or after dinner, the main theatre will be hosting a special show for guests. These shows can range from musicals to comedy shows depending on the special guests onboard. The shows do not last very long as cruise directors are aware of the time constraint many passengers have on cruises and that other onboard activities are going on at the same time. Some ships may also have a skating rink onbard and may host ice shows for guests.

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2.1 Spa
There are expert masseuses onbard that offer services ranging from massages to therapies to ensure guests enjoy a relaxing and rejuvenating cruise vacation. However, massage and therapy fees apply and vary on different ships.

2.2 Games
From time to time, trivia games and scavenger hunts will be held in most clubs or bars onboard. This allows passengers to tests their smarts with others guests and enjoy some quality time with family and friends. Occasionally, the activities director will host a finale for one of the games and will honour first, second, and third place to passengers who have won the most games.

2.3 Sports and Activities
All ships have pools and hot tubs located on various decks and are generally open all day long. Activities managers may also hold dance classes for those guests who enjoy to get on their feet. Moreover, some ships have basketball courts for anyone who enjoys shooting hoops at sea. Royal Caribbean cruises and most new ships now have mini-golf courses and a rock climbing wall to test passenger's skills and strenght, and there may even be competitions held to see who has mastered any of these sports. Moreover, there may be ping pong tables onboard and the good old shuffleboard tournament. Specific activities and times can be checked once onboard.

2.4 Night Life
A cruise would not be complete without nightlife! Most clubs and bars onboard are open to adults age 18 and older; however, many bars are open to adults over the age of 21.

2.5 Bars
There are many bars are available onboard in various locations. They are generally open for most hours of the day and allow guests to enjoy a special drink for an extra fee.toc

2.6 Casinos
Casinos are present on most ships and give adults the opportunity or try their luck at sea. Most are equiped with slot machines and card tables.



2.7 Lounges
There are many lounges onboard for everyone to enjoy! All activities held in the lounges are supervised by a responsible adult. Most lounges open during the morning and generally run until midnight. Specific lounge hours can be checked by visiting the cruise lines' website.

2.7.1 Toddlers' Lounge
These lounges are open to any toddler under the age of 4 and allows little ones to enjoy a variety of supervised activities while their parents are out exploring ports or relaxing by the pool. The toddler lounges typically run during morning hours until midnight.

2.7.2 Children's Lounge
These lounges are open for kids aged 4 to 11 and offer a variety of supervised activities and educational games. They are generally open in the mornings are run until midnight.

2.7.3 Tween Lounge
The tween lounges are open for preteens age 11-13 and allows them to mingle with others of their age. Tweens can also enjoy a variety of supervised activites onboard such as scavenger hunts, tours of the theatre, and sport tournaments.

2.7.4 Teenager Lounge
Teenager lounges are open for all teens age 14-17 and gives these teens time to mingle and chat with others of their age group. These clubs may turn into a night club during the night in order to give teens a chance to party and dance the night away. Occasionally, the teens may hold a karaoke night to see who has the best singing voice at sea.

2.7.5 Adult Lounge
Of course, adults need a place of their own to unwind and mingle. Adult lounges are typically more popular during the evenings and may hold adult appropriate game shows and fun activities that test knoweledge, singing and dance skills.

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