November is here, and for many of us, that means Thanksgiving. It’s a day traditionally spent at home, gathering with family, cozying up to a massive meal, and maybe catching a parade. But what happens when “home” is a ship sailing the Caribbean, and your “family” is a global cast of performers?

For the LimeFam at sea, Thanksgiving isn’t canceled—it just gets a beautiful, borderless upgrade.

The Real Feast: Gratitude on the Go

When you’re onboard, you quickly realize that the truest feast isn’t the turkey dinner the ship’s amazing chefs prepare. The real feast is the gratitude you feel every day.

We’re talking about being thankful for the unique things a performing contract offers:

  • The Stage: The incredible luck of being paid to do what you love, in front of a cheering audience, night after night.
  • The View: Waking up in a new port of call, seeing the world while everyone else is stuck in traffic.
  • The Resilience: The personal growth that comes from solving problems on the fly, mastering a new skill, and bouncing back from a tricky show.

This season reminds us to pause, look out at the horizon, and appreciate this once-in-a-lifetime career.

From Castmates to Family: The Global LimeFam Table

One of the most profound experiences of life at sea is how quickly your castmates stop being just colleagues and become your lifeline—your LimeFam. For many performers, it’s the first time spending a major holiday away from their biological family, and that empty chair at the dining table can feel huge.

But here is where the real magic happens. Performers from Italy, Brazil, South Africa, and the US come together, blending traditions and making new ones.

  • Maybe it’s a themed potluck in the crew mess with everyone contributing a dish from their home country.
  • Maybe it’s simply gathering the whole cast to watch the Thanksgiving Day football game or parade broadcast together.
  • Or maybe it’s just a heartfelt “cheers” over a shared meal, knowing that you have a new, floating family that supports you through every high note and rough sea.

These moments of genuine comradery and shared experience are the core of our community. They are the new traditions we create together.

The Audience Connection: Giving Thanks for the Applause

Ultimately, our gratitude extends to the people who make it all possible: the guests.

Especially during the holidays, when people choose to spend their special time with us, the connection feels deeper. There’s a shared joy and a mutual appreciation. Your applause is more than just a sound; it’s a reminder of why we dedicate ourselves to the art of entertainment. It fuels us, day in and day out.

This November, whether you are signing off, gearing up for your next audition, or currently floating on the big blue, take a moment. Give thanks for the friends you’ve made, the skills you’ve gained, and the extraordinary journey you are on. Happy Thanksgiving from the entire LimeFam!