Today we arrived in beautiful Curaçao, and it was definitely one for the books! This was my first time visiting this port, and despite the very windy weather, the island absolutely charmed me with its colorful pastel buildings lining the waterfront. It almost felt like walking through a living postcard.

After admiring the scenery, we wandered into the downtown area for a little shopping. While browsing around, we stumbled upon one of the highlights of the day—a unique shop that specialized in hand-rolled Cuban cigars. The shop was actually housed inside a former bank, and the owner couldn’t have been more welcoming. He took the time to show us around, explaining the art of cigar making and the history behind the building. He even invited us upstairs, where the old bank offices had been transformed into a stylish, cozy bar and lounge area. The space had rich dark wood, comfy leather couches, and a very cool, laid-back vibe—definitely worth checking out if you ever find yourself in Curaçao!

After a bit more shopping and exploring, we headed back to the ship. We grabbed lunch at the Windjammer buffet, which, as always, offered a great variety of fresh, tasty food. From there, we spent some time just exploring the ship and soaking up the atmosphere. We eventually found ourselves relaxing at the Globe and Atlas Pub, doing a little people-watching and enjoying the lively energy around us.

Dinner tonight was Italian Night in the main dining room. I started with a classic Caesar salad, then had a New York strip steak with a baked potato and vegetables. Everything was cooked perfectly—Royal Caribbean really knows how to deliver a good meal.

After dinner, we caught the Open Sky show. Honestly, it wasn’t the best production I’ve seen onboard; it had some fun moments but didn’t quite wow me like some of the others have. Still, it was a nice way to wind down the evening.

Before calling it a night, we grabbed a nightcap at the Promenade Café, chatting about the day’s adventures and planning for tomorrow. With a full heart (and a full stomach), we finally headed to bed, ready for whatever Day 5 has in store!