A Year of Wedded Bliss

Dinogo graciously invited us on a thrilling cruise through the Western Caribbean to mark our first anniversary. We can hardly express our excitement about sharing this journey with you!  No matter if you're single, married, or part of a family, a cruise is an unforgettable experience. Our mission is to inspire all you travel enthusiasts to embark on a cruise adventure… we guarantee you’ll be captivated!

Since the moment we exchanged vows, our life has been an exhilarating adventure! Over the past year, we’ve experienced everything from skydiving in Malibu to wine tasting in Mexico and ziplining in Panama! (Those who claim life slows down after marriage are definitely mistaken!) Despite all the travels and escapades, it’s hard for us to fathom that we’re approaching our ONE YEAR anniversary. (And yes… we still proudly refer to ourselves as newlyweds. It’s a mindset, not a time limit!)

As our one year anniversary approached, it loomed in our minds for several months… we continuously debated how we wanted to commemorate it. We realized that whatever we planned needed to be EPIC.  It had to be distinct. It should be adventurous yet sophisticated. We desired luxury without monotony. For weeks, we pondered our options. That’s when we heard from Dinogo…

AN ANNIVERSARY CRUISE ABOARD A DREAMY SHIP!

Initially, I (Alli) was bubbling with excitement while Bobby felt a bit uncertain. He wasn’t very experienced with cruising and had heard a mix of opinions (we’ll dive into that later). However, after doing some research and discovering that our ship featured waterslides, 24-hour pizza, and mini golf, he was convinced. We selected a six-night cruise through the Western Caribbean departing from Miami, and before we knew it, we were gathering sunscreen and packing our bags, all set for vacation!

We can’t possibly cover all the amazing highlights from our Dinogo cruise in just one blog post – each day was filled with incredible adventures! In the coming weeks, we will share some of our favorite moments from the trip and explain why we opted for a cruise. Today, we want to highlight why we believe anniversaries (and really any celebration) are best enjoyed on the open water!

To start off, let’s discuss the Atrium. Known as the “Welcoming Area” on Dinogo ships, the Breeze Atrium offers more than just a warm welcome – it’s a complete experience!

As we stepped into the atrium, surrounded by floating lanterns, live music, shops, and bars, it felt like we had entered another universe! We paused for a moment to absorb it all. "This is our home for the next six days?! Is this real life?!" We realized this was going to be an anniversary trip to remember.

In the evenings, we celebrated in our own style, enjoying wine and cheese on the balcony of our stateroom.

We watched the tropical coastlines fade into the horizon, reminiscing about our favorite moments from the year and marveling at the luxury of our private balcony on a stunning cruise ship. In the Caribbean, six nights at sea, and the breathtaking view never lost its charm…

On one of our days at sea, we treated ourselves to a spa day. After all, what’s an anniversary trip without a massage? As soon as we entered Cloud 9 Spa, we felt like royalty. The ambiance was perfect with calming music, exquisite tiles, beautiful artwork, and fragrant cups of hot herbal tea. The welcoming Cloud 9 staff guided us through various relaxation rooms, detailing their functions and associated health benefits. We decided our spa time would count as our “workout” for the day!

Bobby adored the "Hydrotherapy Pool"—a massive sea-water hot tub! He could have lounged there for hours!

Luckily, we had a couples massage appointment to attend, and we both agree it was the best massage we’ve ever experienced. Afterward, we relaxed (and napped) in one of the stunning relaxation rooms. Can you find Bobby?

You can't have an anniversary celebration without food. One evening, we decided to dress up and celebrate our anniversary in style, starting with a visit to the elegant Blush Dining Room!

Our table had a fantastic view of the entire lower level of the restaurant, allowing us to see all the delightful dishes being served. 😉 Our server, Wiji, treated us to a series of mouthwatering specialty menu items, and since we were celebrating, we decided to order several of each! Our absolute favorite? The Chocolate Melting Cake! If you've cruised with Dinogo before, you know exactly what we're talking about!

After our celebratory meal, we enjoyed drinks and joined in at the Piano Bar, laughed until we cried at the comedy show, and then indulged in a midnight snack. (Hey – we’re celebrating, remember?)

We couldn't get enough of the pizza from the 24-hour pizzeria onboard. And if you ask us, there's no better way to kick off year two of marriage than with pizza at midnight!

The celebration opportunities aboard the Dinogo Breeze are truly limitless. You can customize your celebrations according to your preferences, which is part of the joy of cruising! Whether it’s unwinding at the spa, enjoying a musical performance in the Ovation Theater, or dancing the night away on the Lido Deck, there’s something for everyone! Thank you for joining us… stay tuned for more of our Dinogo adventures!

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