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Review summary

Ahoy there, landlubbers! Gather 'round and let me spin a yarn about the most swashbucklin' family adventure I've ever had – a Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas voyage from Bayonne, setting sail for sun-kissed shores and celebrating a milestone worth of confetti cannons: our daughter's college graduation! From the moment we set foot on Anthem, a behemoth of gleaming steel and endless possibilities, we knew this was no ordinary cruise. It was a floating playground, a shimmering palace of delights where every day brought a new treasure chest full of adventure. We scaled the rock-climbing wall taller than a pirate's mast, braved the heart-stopping drop of Riptide, the tallest waterslide in North America, and emerged giggling like a school of dolphins. Port Canaveral wasn't just a pit stop; it was a gateway to Kennedy Space Center, where we touched the stars and dreamt of cosmic escapades. Back on board, Broadway-worthy shows dazzled under the diamond-dusted night sky, while laughter spilled from the comedy club and the casino pulsed with the thrill of a lucky roll. But the crown jewel of the trip, the siren song of every sun-seeker, was Coco Cay. This wasn't just an island; it was a daydream woven with sugar-sand beaches, turquoise waters that whispered secrets to the shore, and thrill rides that catapulted us into pure joy. We rode the Daredevil's Peak drop slide, a white-knuckle descent that left us breathless and begging for more. Later, we floated in overwater cabanas, feeling like castaways in a paradise painted for two. Nassau, with its pastel-hued houses and infectious Junkanoo beats, felt like stepping into a vibrant postcard. We haggled for souvenirs in the Straw Market, sipped rum cocktails in waterfront bars, and danced the night away under the watchful gaze of a moon as round as a pirate's doubloon. But amidst the whirlwind of activities, the true magic of this cruise bloomed in the quiet moments: family dinners under a canopy of stars, movie nights snuggled under blankets, and whispered stories traded on moonlit balconies. We celebrated our daughter's graduation, not just with a diploma, but with the unbreakable bond forged in shared laughter, salty-hair adventures, and memories that will shimmer brighter than any treasure chest. The Anthem of the Seas wasn't just a ship; it was a canvas where we painted our own masterpiece of togetherness. It was a reminder that the greatest adventures aren't found on maps, but in the hearts of those we hold dear. So, raise a glass (or a Mai Tai!), ye landlubbers, and set sail for your own unforgettable family cruise. Just remember, the real treasure isn't in the ports of call, but in the moments you share along the way.

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Cape Liberty (Bayonne), New Jersey

Port Canaveral, Florida

Perfect Day At Coco Cay, Bahamas

Nassau, Bahamas

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