First, I like the size of this ship, the ms Noordam. It is not one of those behemoths, but it is large enough to accommodate a variety of activities for a variety of ages and interest groups. It holds a little of over 1900 passengers and almost 900 crew members. On this particular cruise, the majority of passengers are my age, or older. There are a few younger ones, some with children. I have seen few adolescents or college age students.
As a result, it has a restful, peaceful ambiance. Background music is often classical or instrumental and is not pervasive. The volume is kept low enough so you can easily have a quiet conversation. Music is only in the dining rooms and the bars. The Lido pool deck occasionally has a DJ or a band playing, but the Ocean View deck on the bow is always quiet.
Consequently, you see people doing a lot of quiet activities, like
Sunning by the Pool
Doing Needle Point
Playing Dominoes
Playing Cards
Working Out
Most of all, you see people reading. The ship has some many wonderful places to curl up with a good book.
By the Pool 
In the Crow’s Nest
And, of course, in the library, which has an extensive collection.
After a good read, there’s nothing like a nap!
In addition to doing what you want on your own, there are many daily, planned activities. I have already heard four lectures, gone to a cooking demonstration, taken a line dancing class, and taken in the evening entertainment each night. More about these in future posts.
I wonder how much time you are going to have when you get to the land tours. This looks very relaxing and fun. How's your diet???
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