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We had reservations for two days at the Vert Lagoon before our tour was to begin this evening. We started off with a delicious breakfast – Mediterranean style. After breakfast we took a two mile walk along the promenade by the beach stopping to take in the beautiful coastline. My foot is much better butContinue reading “A Beautiful Day in Netanya”

Our last day at sea was relaxing, as we played card’s with Sandy and Scott and had coffee with some new friends. It was time to say goodbye to our waiters and cabin steward. Ketut, our cabin steward, was the best we ever had. Everyday in the morning and evening he filled the ice bucketContinue reading “Off the Ship and Onto Dry Land”

Bruce and I did not book anything for Mykonos but figured if we were up to it, we’d get off the ship and wander about. I viewed the Island from our balcony and it looked lovely. We decided to give it a try and it was well worth it. There was a 2 Euro boatContinue reading “Mother’s Day on Mykonos”

It’s been a few challenging days on the ship. My foot continues to hurt a bit and now Bruce has a cold. But we persevere. We went to a wonderful show with Salvatore Hasard. He played piano, saxophone, electric guitar, harmonica and drums. He also sang. Salvatore played an afternoon concert to a packed house.Continue reading “My First Visit to Sicily”

I think I have to say that of all the cities I have visited around the world, Malaga is my favorite. It’s a beach town with loads of history; and for those who love food and nightlife, it’s got all that and more. Yet, it’s not as crowded as Barcelona which is what appeals toContinue reading “A Day in My Beloved Malaga”

Well it’s been a fun crossing! Lots of terrific shows. A cappella group. A tribute singer to Celine Dion Our cabin steward has been the best! Supplying me with two buckets of ice daily for my foot and some animal art! A bit disappointing, however, is Royal Caribbean no longer has lobster night unless youContinue reading “After 7 Days”

This past Monday, I went for my usual 3 mile walk in the morning but by the time I reached home, I could barely step on my left foot. I iced it and rested all day and Tuesday I went to a podiatrist who x-rayed it and gave me a shot. I have a boneContinue reading “A New Adventure – crossing the Atlantic to Israel”

We arrived in Bonaire at 7am and I was awake enough to watch the sun rise. It was early for me and coffee wasn’t going to arrive until 7:30 so I took a little snooze. After a little coffee we headed off the ship to catch a taxi to a snorkel beach. Unfortunately the shipsContinue reading “Lovely Bonaire”

We arrived In Curaçao early this morning, with a departure time of 9:30 tonight. So no need to rush. We enjoyed breakfast in the Oceanview Buffet, especially since they changed the protocol from staff serving to self service. This meant it wasn’t a madhouse with crazy long lines. From our balcony, we could see theContinue reading “Out and About In Curaçao”

We had a couple of sea days. Eating, watching shows and eating more! Coffee with friends and a trip to the gym. We were in Aruba many years ago. In fact, it’s where we went to catch a ship in what we have often labeled the honeymoon from Hell. That’s almost 30 years ago. ThisContinue reading “On a submarine in Aruba”