As I embarked on the majestic Genting Dream for my 3N4D sailing from Singapore to Phuket, it felt like opening a box of chocolates- you never know what you are going to get!
By Shreya Shimpi
The magnificent ship welcomed us with warmth and its signature world-class hospitality. I checked into my cosy Oceanview Balcony Stateroom. Lunch at The Lido felt like a culinary journey with a delightful spread of flavours and cuisines, ensuring that every guest found something to enjoy. Enjoying the ‘Dhokla’ and ‘Chhas’ miles away from home, felt incredibly comforting! A friendly cricket match on the deck with friends was an enthralling experience. That evening, the Zodiac theatre was filled with the appetising aroma of caramel popcorn (a must-have onboard!) and the avant-garde performers bowled us over with spellbinding acrobatics and scintillating dance performances.
After enjoying a sumptuous dinner at the Dream Dining, our group enjoyed a memorable conversation garnished with hearty jokes at the lounge by the deck. The nip in the air, sea breeze and seeing the ships sail by made the moment magical. As I retreated to my room that night, I enjoyed a quiet moment by myself as I poured myself a coffee and sat in the balcony. This felt like my moment- Disconnecting with everything to reconnect with myself under the starlit sky with the moon and the song of the ocean for company. The second day unfolded at a leisurely pace with a shore excursion to Patong Beach, followed by dinner before returning to the ship.
Day three brought an adrenaline rush with zip lining, offering idyllic panoramic views of the sea. The other activities, such as rock-climbing and water slides too looked equally exciting. The Foam Party that evening unleashed the inner child in me and was one of the most fun experiences onboard. The Red Carpet Gala that evening was all about glitz and glamour with everyone dressed their best and keeping the style quotient high. The highlight was meeting the Captain of the Ship and getting a picture with him! The gourmet dinner at The Bistro felt ambrosial, and desserts Squisito!
The fourth day, we disembarked the ship biding an emotional farewell- a heart full of memories to be cherished for a lifetime. The trip was the perfect retreat to ‘Disconnect to Reconnect’ with my family, friends and above all- Myself!
“The skies met the ocean and the waves greeted me with a smile,
The song of the sea made the journey worthwhile.
Cruising on the Genting Dream will be a memory for the heart,
This cruise ship is that masterpiece of art”.
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