I want to go on a short cruise for my 50th that includes captains dinner and midnight formal buffet with formal desserts.

Is Ensenada my only choice?

Thank you kindly for your help.

Do you want a nighttime dinner cruise, or do you also want to stay overnight on the ship?

For a lovely dinner cruise, I think there are many offered from marinas in southern Cal. Like Marina del Rey, has beautiful, private boats available for charter.

http://www.visitmarinadelrey.com/sai...rs-and-rentals

That is a nice alternative, thank you for the idea however I really want to enjoy a couple nights on a cruise ship enjoying fine dining, gambling, exercising, auctions, live shows etc

If you go to Expedia, Cruises, pick a port as San Diego or Los Angeles, sort by length, you can find a suitable cruise for yourself.

Cannot advise on Captain's dinner or midnight buffet. There will be at least one formal night on the cruise where you can dress up and take professional photos.