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All abooooooooard the Odyssey Chicago to get a glimpse into my birthday bash!
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After my friends and family had all made it aboard and were warmly greeted by the captain...
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...we were escorted to the upper deck for light bites and cocktails.
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The staff even created a few signature cocktails for us!
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The cityscape views from the upper deck were absolutely stunning and served as the perfect backdrop for group photos with friends and family.
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My guests and I totally lost track of time. Thanks to the crew's hospitality we hardly noticed the setting sun.
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As darkness fell over the city and drew out long shadows from skyscrapers, we headed down to dinner.
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After enjoying our delicious meal, we continued to sip as we waited for the last course.
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Much to my surprise, the sneaky Entertainment Cruises staff brought out a birthday cake to make sure no birthday wish escaped me.
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The rest of the night was spent cutting up the dance floor. Yaaaaaas, you better believe that we partied like yacht stars!
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As you can see from the photos, it was an amazing birthday. This one's definitely going down in history. It not only marked a milestone, but also created some unforgettable memories. I know who to call for the next milestone!
Photos courtesy of Entertainment Cruises and friends.
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Disclaimer: The blog received services from Entertainment Cruises Chicago for review, but the comments and opinions are my own.
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