01.11.23, Mein Schiff 2, Sea Day

14 November 2023 Michael Bierbrauer Comments 0 Comments

a creatively folded duvet that looks like a figure, on a bed with two pillows and decorative cushions in the background. — Little animal on the bed. Thanks to housekeeping.

Active in the morning

A sea day always offers enough time to use various facilities on board. For example, the gym. The gym offers a range of cardio and strength equipment. The times when trainers are available range from morning to evening. The gym can also be used outside these times. Despite it being a sea day, the gym was relatively empty in the morning.

view from a gym to a sparkling sea during a sea day. — Running training with a view

Lunch was at the Ganz schön Gesund Bistro. The restaurant offers meals included in the cruise price, as well as drinks. However, it is also possible to order additional food and drinks for an extra charge. At Ganz schön Gesund, emphasis is placed on a balanced selection of dishes. They are prepared with fresh ingredients whenever possible. These ingredients are reduced in fat and sugar.

a plate with various types of bread and several spreads, including pesto, mustard, and other dips, served on a white plate. — Dip selection

a filled wrap with spinach, tomatoes, and a creamy filling on a plate. — Dip selection

Beer tasting

Otherwise, the sea day is spent, for example, with a craft beer tasting. This was offered in the Ebbe & Flut Bar. There were various types available. Primarily, these were beers from the Ratsherren brewery from Hamburg. The varieties were explained by the "Genuss Experten" (Enjoyment Expert) and poured for tasting. First, the general process of brewing beer was explained, followed by the details of each individual variety. It was interesting how differently the individual beers tasted. Some were not brewed according to the Bavarian Purity Law, as is common for craft beers. Taste-wise, I realised that I particularly prefer wheat beers. Well, if you are a brewer and work in Bavaria, then perhaps it's not so surprising.

a glass of wheat beer and a bottle of Ratsherrn Matrosenschluck in a bar, with bottles and glasses in the background.

After the tasting, there was an ice cream to match the weather, which is also included in the cruise price.

Evening entertainment

Dinner was at Anckelmannplatz, the buffet restaurant on Deck 12. There is a sufficient selection of various starters, main courses, and desserts. There is also a wok station. Here you can choose your own ingredients for your dish. These are then freshly prepared.

a plate with fried shrimp, beef pieces, colourful vegetables, and a sauce, served on a white plate. — Food from the wok station

After dinner and a walk around the ship, there was a snack later at the Tag&Nacht Bistro. Burgers are also offered there, alongside a small selection of dishes (currywurst with fries, etc.).