This September, our Estonian team managed exactly that on a trip to Stockholm. And while it started as a short getaway, it turned into something much bigger: a celebration of togetherness, laughter, and the little moments that bond a team for life.
Night One: Cruise Classics
Our adventure began the moment we stepped on board. The first evening was a proper cruise classic: a generous buffet dinner, a few rounds of boat bingo, raffle games, a lively show, and dancing late into the night. It was the perfect mix of fun and tradition — the kind of night where everyone feels like they’re on the same wavelength.
Day Two: ABBA and Stockholm
The next day was all about discovery. First stop: the ABBA Museum — karaoke included (because you can’t really “visit ABBA” without singing along). It was a joyful dive into music history and a chance for our team to step into the shoes of legends.
Afterwards, we took a quick city tour and had free time to explore Stockholm’s streets, sights, and cafés at our own pace — a balance of group fun and personal adventures.
Balcia Bingo – Cruise Edition
To spice things up, the team designed a special Balcia Bingo: Cruise Edition — a playful checklist of cruise essentials like:
- Enjoying the sunset
- Eating just a little too much at the buffet
- Going shopping but buying nothing
- Going shopping and buying something I did not need
- W️inning in the casino
- Talking to a stranger
- Dance at the disco
It turned out to be the perfect way to capture those “must-do” cruise moments and make them our own.
On The Way Back – Metal Meets Laughter
On the return journey, we had a surprise twist: the ship was hosting a full-scale metal music cruise (not quite our everyday playlist). Instead of headbanging, our crew found their own way to have fun — squeezing into a two-person cabin, sharing stories, and laughing until cheeks and bellies hurt.
More Than a Trip
In the end, this wasn’t just about a destination or itinerary. It was about being together, creating inside jokes, and turning even an 8m² cabin into the best place on the ship.
That’s what makes us Balcia:
Not the size of the space, but the strength of the people who fill it.
✨ Here’s to more adventures, more laughter, and more memories made together.
