I'm an introvert who hates crowds. Here's how I made my first cruise an enjoyable experience.
Briefly

"Rather than trying to make myself feel comfortable in these situations, I determined alternate times to visit. For example, my husband and I often got up early to use the gym or head to the buffet before joining my in-laws later in the day."
"I conserved my energy by choosing only a few activities to participate in each day. Although I did go on a few excursions organized by the cruise line, I found it more convenient to book my own activities ahead of time."
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