At Sea – October 29, 2025

A 48-Hour Day at Sea!

Today—and tonight—we’re sailing back across the International Date Line, which means we’ll experience October 29th twice! That’s right, a full 48-hour day at sea. It’s one of those quirks of global travel that never fails to fascinate.

Why There’s an International Date Line

The International Date Line (IDL) is an imaginary line that runs roughly along the 180° meridian—halfway around the world from the Prime Meridian in Greenwich, England. It serves as the point where one calendar day changes to the next.

When you travel westward across the line, you move ahead one day; when you travel eastward, you move back one day. The line zigzags through the Pacific Ocean to avoid dividing island groups and countries into different days—Tonga, for example, sits just to the west of the line and is among the first places on Earth to welcome a new day, while American Samoa, just a short flight away, is nearly a full day behind.

The concept dates back to the 16th century when explorers like Ferdinand Magellan and his crew noticed, after circumnavigating the globe, that their calendars were off by one day compared to those who had stayed behind. Eventually, the International Date Line was established to keep global timekeeping consistent.

So, thanks to this invisible boundary, we get to celebrate October 29th twice—a rare treat for any traveler!

A 48-Hour Celebration

And what better way to mark this double day than with a masquerade party at sea? The crew outdid themselves once again, transforming the ship into a swirl of color, masks, and music. The decorations sparkled, the dance floor filled quickly, and the atmosphere was pure joy.

There were prizes for the best costume and best mask, and the creativity among guests was impressive—from elegant Venetian-style disguises to playful tropical takes. It was another wonderfully attended event, filled with laughter, dancing, and a sense of shared fun as we toasted to our “second” October 29th.

Reflections on a Day Twice Lived

There’s something poetic about sailing across a line that resets time. It reminds you that travel isn’t just about the places you visit—it’s about the perspective shifts that come with each journey. Today (and today again!) was one of those memorable milestones that only happen at sea.

Here’s to 48 hours of October 29th—and making every hour count! 🥂🎭🌊

With Yudah below, assistant waiter

With our head waiter Mika, pictured below.

With Hotel Manager Darren pictured below.

Cruise director Clare

Mask winners