You say that you were actually planning to go to Vanhoover...

Moonflower: "Awww!"

But then you add that a little detour probably won't hurt.

Moonflower: "Yay‼"

Sweet Biscuit: "What's your business in Vanhoover?"

You tell Sweet Biscuit that you need to travel overseas, and you figured that was the shortest route.

Dawn Break: "You should come along and visit Amblerta, then. It's a port town, so most of the ponies who live there are sailors. If you're looking for a boat, that's most likely where you'll find one."

Sea Swirl: "Hey, hotties, I've got us some snacks!"

After closing the door behind her, Sea Swirl places a small tray of various muffins in the middle of the room, and reclaims her seat between Dawn Break and Moonflower.

Sea Swirl: "Dive in!"