My first two sea days Jan 27, 28 2013

TWO SEA DAYS JANUARY 27 – 28 2013

After the long embarkation snafu of the previous day and finally getting my luggage unpacked and making my cabin B320 – Baja Deck 11 inside feel like home – setting up the computers and tablets etc – was pleased to see that there is more than one 110V plug in this cabin – while I brought along a multi-plug and it serves me fine there is also an additional plug outlet where the TV is located – you need to look to find it.

My room stewards name is Wanchana – seems efficient – but they don't seem to distribute the Princess Platter til around nine o'clock and as an early to bed type I like to scan it and highlight events that might interest me before turning in for the night.

I have kept my bed in the double size – as I am used to sleeping on a twin size at home I usually do same on the ship but with the cabin configuration it looks okay so I will leave it as it is.

Slept well both nights and the mattress seems to be just right for my weary bones.

The food has been good so far – after the less than stellar eggs experience on the train – those on the ship are the real thing.

Unlike Norwegian, Princess seems to offer mashed potatoes at both lunch and dinner in the buffet and being of half Irish descent that should explain my love of that dish.

Our first full sea day was also our first formal night and I wasn't sure what to expect – I didn't bring a dinner jacket – just slacks, dress shirt and tie – while most of the gentlemen were in proper black attire there are others who are outfitted like myself or are wearing a jacket but no tie.

Took in the official kickoff of the cruise with the Captain's champagne waterfall ceremony – enjoyed the free stuff.

Tried one of the main dining rooms on the formal night – selected a Cornish game hen and it was delicious.

We had our cruise critic meet and greet – some 300 of us converge on the Botticelli Dining room to mingle and to pay for our private tours.

The Captain – Anthony Herriott – greeted us and took a few questions.

There are lots of events being planned on our sea days and according to our cruise director – Sammi Conneen-Baker some new events are being planned as we head south.

In summary – so far so good.

Tomorrow – the first of many port days – St Thomas – Virgin Islands.

Cheers!