In mid-September, we set sail for an epic girls-only adventure on the MSC Magnifica from Miami to Ocean Cay and Nassau. Kathleen, Kahla, Angie, and I were ready for a week of fun and relaxation, and while the trip started off a bit bumpy, it turned into an amazing getaway.
Angie and I couldn’t resist starting our girls’ cruise a day early, so we headed to Hollywood Beach, FL, for a little pre-cruise relaxation. We stumbled upon Nick’s Bar and Grill, where we discovered some seriously good burgers that hit the spot! Armed with adult beverages and the camping chairs from our room, we set up our own beach hangout and soaked in the vibe. The highlight? An outdoor concert right outside Margaritaville, giving us a free soundtrack for our beachside hangout!
Somewhere between bites, laughs, and waves, Angie made the decision to quit vaping—and let's just say her "goodbye" might’ve involved a casual toss into the ocean. Not exactly eco-friendly, but it was a memorable way to mark the moment!
The early beach day set the tone for the rest of our trip: great food, spontaneous fun, and a few unforgettable “only us” moments. Here’s to Hollywood Beach for a perfect kickoff to our MSC Girls' Cruise!
Ocean Cay was a slice of paradise, and we got to soak it in over two full days. I even surprised myself by spending actual time in the water! On the second day, we rented floating mats at North Beach, basking in absolutely perfect weather. Kahla struck it lucky, winning bingo while Angie took advantage of some quiet nap time. Kathleen kept things lively with her photoshoots, posing at every picturesque moment.
Dining on the ship was a treat, especially once we snagged a better table with a view (a definite upgrade from the pole we were originally seated by). The dining staff truly went above and beyond, accommodating my gluten-free needs with care. Kahla and I shared a cabin, making for plenty of late-night laughs and recaps of each day's adventures.
One night, we got a call in our cabin from the casino. Kahla had some unclaimed bingo winnings waiting for her. After a bit of back and forth about whether we should even go, we figured we’d give it one more shot and popped down with a “just $20 more” plan.
And then… the “Hot Seat” announcement came over the casino speaker, calling out a machine number. I barely noticed until the announcer leaned in a little closer and repeated it—yep, that was my machine! I’d won the “Hot Seat” for $80 in slotplay! We couldn’t believe it! That win stretched out our night, giving us a perfect round of fun (and a lot more laughs).
From floating under the sun to winning games and endless snapshots, this girls’ cruise was everything we hoped for—a perfect blend of fun, relaxation, and, of course, great memories with my favorite ladies.
Check out our video of Ocean Cay Marine Reserve here!
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