November 30, 2025 – Georgetown, Grand Cayman Island – Hot Humid – 87F
The room was quiet - we have quiet neighbors. Up very early - my circadian rhythms are way off. I was up in the Markeplace at opening - not many people up there.
Serenity is anchored today. We are not planning to tender to shore as we have been here several times. The rest of the ship can visit the town and we can have the ship to ourselves (actually, not that many people went ashore based on the crowds at the buffets).
I changed my breakfast routine just a little. The waffle I had yesterday was a little thick and over, so I went for two pancakes instead - while they are small, they are nice and soft and tasty. Included would be the cottage cheese, preserves, and scrambled eggs. The coffee - made by Milne - is very hot and delicious. I plan to use this table - one facing the wall opposite the windows (about 20 feet from the door) - that way I can put my aching leg up on the wall to cut the pain a bit. Also, sitting at the same table will make it easier for me to know the waitstaff . This table is also away from where most of the morning crowd sits (near the back deck door).
I walked across the Pool Deck to go back to the stateroom. Very few people out there now but later on, things will change.
Ellen had breakfast in the Trident Grill (At 10 AM, you can get Late Breakfast and order off a full menu) - she had French Toast (really thick and good) and two fried eggs. I had my first and only Iced Decaf Mocha of the cruise.
Lunch was in the Trident Grill - the Waterside Restaurant is closed on port days. I started off with my mandatory Gazpacho and then had an Impossible Burger with fries - very good as usual but just too much food. The Impossible Burger on board is quite a bit larger than the 4 oz item available in the market.
The afternoon was spent up in the Palm Court, which, in addition to being quiet, has large windows for viewing.
We stayed for Afternoon Tea (3:30 - 4:30 PM) - all the waiters are in formal wear and perfumed up. Entertainment is provided by the violinist on board. The menu contains all sorts of teas but I ordered the fruit tea. The scones with clotted cream and preserves were great as were some of the sweets. It's a very pleasant way to spend the afternoon. I also got a picture of the Golden Violinist (my name for her - there is no plaque).
My second talk – “Forensics and History: The Search for the Unknown Titanic Child” – is scheduled for 5 PM in the Hollywood Theater on Deck 6 Midships.
The talks that precede
the ship’s push are generally not well attended. There were about 40 people in this one – the
talk ran about 50 minutes with the Catholic mass following the talk.
We went back to the Beefbar for Dinner and had the same entrees - the Veggie Parpadelle Bolognese and the Teriyaki Salmon (Robato)
which we shared this time. What really made the meal was the dessert, Gelato Mantecato – a large plate with gelato in the center – surrounded by little cups containing various syrups (chocolate and caramel) and toppings (nuts, fresh fruit, etc).
It was great. The waiter service in the Beefbar is excellent.
After dinner, we went down to Crystal Cove - the Flair Duo plays there before the shows.
Carl Wishneusky – Classical pianist – was the early show headliner in the Stardust Lounge tonight (we passed on him). At 9:45 PM we went to the late show with James Fox performing "Influences" - acts and musicians that influenced his music and style.
The show was entertaining with the highlight for me being "You Can't Hide Your Lyin' Eyes" by the Eagles.
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