Tortola and Pirates in the Caribbean

Day 3 was another at sea day (without formal night), but Day 4 was our first "shore excursion" day!  We docketed in Tortola, in the British Virgin Islands,

and walked to the boat we would be taking a cruise around to see some of the islands.

(Rum punch anyone?)

On the way back in we even caught a glimpse of Dumbo on the Fantasy's stern.

After the boat, we boarded a open bus for ride around the island.

(Hello Fantasy!)

We passed some interesting murals depicting scenes of island life (past and present). 

Soon it was back to the harbor

and the ship

before heading back on board. Something was different though--Pirates were taking over the ship.

Mickey and his crew had raised the jolly roger, and it was time for us to get changed and join in the fun!

(I even saw Peter Pan playing in the lobby with a tiny pirate)

We had a lot of pirating to do that night, so had drinks in O'Gills pub to get ready.

Our first pirate party on deck with Mickey and his crew,

until Captain hook took over!

Hook's victory was short lived and Captain Mickey took back the ship, and it was time for our Pirates in the Caribbean dinner!

We were in Animator's Palate again, which is my favorite for pirate night feasting--the screens show pirate-y scenes!

(So, there are unlimited desserts on the ship.  I shared it--probably...)

After quickly eating our dinner (and our wonderful waiter making sure we were up on deck in time to get a spot not too far back)

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a little pirate music to get in the swing of things, 

before Captain Jack Sparrow dropped in.

Fireworks!

Pirate night ends with a dance party right before the midnight pirate buffet.

Giant smoked turkey legs anyone?

I love pirate night, but it has come to an end.  Even our towel animal was pirate-y tonight!