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Monthly Archives: February 2012
Feb 29th, Cairns
Leap Year and we find our selves in Cairns Australia for the day, and a nice rainy day it has been. We missed most of the rain, however it did come down at times. The Casino in town just two … Continue reading
Feb 28th, At sea George Geary and Ingo
A busy day at sea, breakfast, Cruise Critic meet and greet, Demo by Guest Chef George Geary, Lunch and Premium Wine tasting: Demo by Guest Chef George Geary Then the wine tasting all I can say is wow………………………….. Ingo tossed … Continue reading
Feb 27th, At sea
A very nice day at sea and many spent the afternoon watching the Oscars, we did a little and were amazed at the number of films up for best picture we had not even heard of let alone seen. We … Continue reading
Feb 26th, Sydney and our departure
Yesterday was a great day spent with friends, I will post a photo later and write more about our activities then. Also yesterday Jan Yetke went with for half the day and we passed this terrific photo opportunity: Plus we … Continue reading
Feb 25th, Sydney Harbour
This morning we sailed into Sydney Harbour and the weather was just perfect for our sail in:
Feb 24th, Mariner Lunch
Highest honor yet. O.K. we have been to luncheons in the past to honor those people that have cruised more then others. Today we were invited to a luncheon and according to Stein Kruse this luncheon was for passengers with … Continue reading
Feb 24th, Ball Pyramid
At beautiful day at sea and yet another wonderful surprise by the Captain. He announced that the had diverted course over night just enough for us to sail between Ball’s Pyramid and Lord Howe Island. Two new sights for us … Continue reading
Feb 23rd, At Sea
A busy day at sea, formal night, continuation of the Mariner Appreciation that includes a cocktail party before dinner. But before all that after breakfast we ran up for a photo opportunity of the knitting group that has been working … Continue reading
Feb 22nd, At Sea
Last night was the big party for Mariner Appreciation. The theme Mardi Gras Afloat and here are a few pictures of the event:
Feb 22nd, at sea, day 47
Wow we are one week from our half way point, yesterday the CEO, Stein Kruse gave us these stats: We have travelled 17,439 of 37,086 nautical miles, nearly half. We have been on 3 of 4 Oceans, we will be … Continue reading
Feb 21st, International Date Line
First for those of you that follow my blog daily and want to know why I skipped Feb 20th. We lost Monday Feb 20th by crossing the International Date Line. Because there is only 24 hours in a day and … Continue reading
Feb 19th, Pago Pago
Pago Pago, still beautiful. But the tsunami of 2009 still has the Island in recovery mode. Or departure was breath taking: Mid day I went into the spa for a hair cut, in port they are only $11.00.
Feb 18th, Master Chef Dinner
Last night we had dinner in the Pinnacle Grill. It was a very special dinner as it was restricted to 25 people and would only be held once. The cruise line’s Master Chef Rudi Sodamin planned this “Grand Royal” seven … Continue reading
Feb 17th, Debby Bacon
I have not said much about the entertainment this year. Mostly because to be honest we have become jaded. They say too much of a good thing, well in our case that might not be too far from the truth. … Continue reading
Feb 16th, Papeete, Tatiti
What a great day in Papeete. Morning walk to the local market and the afternoon spent with friends at the Le Meridian Resort.
Feb 15th, French Night
It was French Night and we had dinner with two Auzzie couples we had met early in the cruise. You might recall we told you about Alison and Laurie on the 2nd day of the cruise, they find Gloria and … Continue reading
Feb 14th, Valentines
The ship was transformed over night by cupid and the dining was decorated and I am sure tonight the Queens Lounge will be also for the Hearts & Flowers Ball. Amazing flowers arrangements are placed all about the ship with … Continue reading
Feb 13th, Very Grateful for Easter Island
I mentioned the other day we had made it to Easter Island. What I did not mention was how thankful we all were to Captain Jonathan Mercer, who made the decision to tender into a port that was marginal at … Continue reading
Feb 12th, Shirley Doiron
Today I decided to share a friend’s talent, Shirley Doiron. She has been on everyone of our World Cruises and we have enjoyed her friendship and talents. Normally you will find her in the Lido painting. She has been painting … Continue reading
Feb 11th, Easter Island
Well we made it to and on Easter Island. Only through the hard work of a crew that worked the hardest they have had to in my many years of tendering into and out of ports. I had been invited … Continue reading
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