India, Nov. 9 -- My favourite way to spend time on a cruise is to wake up early, catch the sunrise, head for breakfast and make the most of the ship before the rest of the passengers are up. A little morning activity, perhaps a Zumba class, followed by a quick nap, a shower and getting ready for the day's entertainment is pretty much my idea of a good holiday.

By afternoon, I like slowing things down. Find a comfortable spot by the window, pick up a book, enjoy the ocean views and let the afternoon heat pass. Evenings are a different story altogether. I love dressing up for dinner, catching a show and then heading to a party, because there is almost always something happening on the pool deck or at The Dome on Cordelia.

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