We weren’t sure if she’d say yes.
It had been years since Grandma last cruised—back when she could zip up and down the ship without a second thought. But these days, she used a cane, moved slower, and needed a little more help getting around.

Still, when we told her we were planning a Royal Caribbean cruise—and that we wanted her there, front and center—she lit up.
“I’ve cruised before,” she said with a grin. “But never with a whole cheering section.”

And with that, our group of 18 was set: toddlers, teens, tired parents, and one determined grandma ready to hit the seas again. What followed was a hilarious, heartwarming trip full of unexpected lessons, Bingo triumphs, scooter adventures, and more “wait, where’s Grandma?” moments than we care to admit.