September 7 - World Cruiser Events

The President/CEO of Royal Caribbean, Michael Bayley, and his entourage arrived last night in Bermuda. We have only 3 days left, and we were told there would be lots of events to commemorate the Ultimate World Cruise.
Most were by invitation only 

The first event was hosted by Michael Bayley, himself. 

We started with the A Capella band called MO5IC. If you ever get a chance to see this band, I highly recommend them. 

Michael provided us with lots of accolades and gave us some insight to the workings of Royal Caribbean, including the development of the next class of ship called the Discovery Class, smaller than the Oasis Class. 

He welcomed both Captains into the Pinnacle Club. They laughed that they can now get to visit the Concierge's Lounge

Then it was time for questions and answers. Michael announced that there would be a reunion cruise on the Serenade of the Seas on September 7, 2025, out of Vancouver. He will announce, on that cruise, the timing of the next World Cruise.
Yes I booked the reunion cruise!

Afterwards we were invited to a Champagne Brunch. I didn't go. But others said it was great with champagne, blueberry French toast, crab benedict, filet mignon and other delectable foods including decadent desserts

We moved right into the Make-A-Wish Auction. Again it was by invitation only because everything they put up for auction was related to the Ultimate World Cruise. It included things like the navigational charts, signed by the Captains, some of the banners, the easy-up with UWC logo, inaugural port plaques and even Kenny's Traveling Piano. 

I bid on and won a picture with both Captains. 

I got to revisit the Bridge. Remember the Horn Button?


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