Category: Ramblings
How a Great Cruise Fell Apart – Getting Home and Beyond (March 15-19 and Beyond)
As the world descended into the COVID-19, we realized we needed to figure out how to get home with the constantly changing travel arrangement. With cruise ports sending us away and airlines canceling flights, we had no Idea how we were to get home. But, in the end, we made it.
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Rounding Cape Horn and More Penguins – Beginning of Chaos (March 12-14)
As we rounded the tip of South America at Cape Horn, we began to see how bad the pandemic had become. Flights cancelled, ports not accepting cruise ships, and general chaos. But the penguins were there for us.
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Cruise Cut Short by COVID-19: Patagonia – Volcanoes, Glaciers, and Penguins – Beauty Beyond Comprehension (March 5-11)
In this second leg of our cruise, we visited Patagonia wth all its wonders. Volcanoes, glaciers, rustic towns, trains, and penguins. What more could one want? However, the world had a surprise for us.
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Cruise Cut Short by COVID-19: Santiago – Beautiful City Undergoing Political Unrest (March 2-5)
Yes, when we left on March 2 there was discussion about the impact that the coronavirus might have...
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Cruise Cut Short by COVID-19
All started well, but COVID-19 caught up with us, turning an exciting South American cruise on the Coral Princess into a hectic scramble to get home. We were lucky to get back, but most of our fellow passengers did not fare so well. Learn how you can protect yourself when you cruise.
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Just Desserts on a Cruise ship
Cruise ships offer many opportunities to indulge in the sweet life. However, over my years of cruising, I have noticed some definite trends related to desserts and sweets. Some of the great traditions are going away, while others are evolving. In this post, I will provide some of my observations and suggestions for getting the most out of your cruise desserts.
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Four Unusual Ships – #4 Harmony of the Seas
This is the first in a series about four unusual ships on which I have sailed. Since the ship is an important part of your vacation’s essence, you might want to consider one of these ships when you sail. #4 on my list is the Harmony of the Seas, one of Royal Caribbean’s mega-ships. This is one you will either love or hate, but I do think it is worth a try.
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Why I chose Avalon for my River Cruises
River cruising has expanded greatly in recent years. There are many alternatives which provide...
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Celebrity Edge – First Impressions – Part 2
In Celebrity Edge – First Impressions -Part 1 I talked primarily about the cabin, which was well thought out with only a few minor issues. In Part 2 I will discuss our impression of the rest of the ship. For the most part, the Edge is a fantastic ship. It has some great features, such as the Rooftop Garden, Magic Carpet, and Eden. There is something for everyone, although not everyone will like everything.
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Celebrity Edge – First Impressions – Part 1
We have finally arrived for our long-awaited cruise on the Celebrity Edge. Will the ship live up to the hype? Upon arriving at the port, we could see many differences from the outside. The flat surface of the Infinity Balconies and the shape of the bow, as well as the the obvious attachment of the Magic Carpet, which can move up and down the height of the ship. This is a high-tech ship, which enhances the experience in some ways and detracts in others.
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