Fort Lauderdale
1.–3. Jan. 2024 in den USA ⋅ ☀️ 73 °F
Arriving a few days early. Ain’t nothing going to stop us from boarding our ship!
Trinidad and Tobago
7. Januar 2024 in Trinidad und Tobago ⋅ ☀️ 84 °F
Our first stop in Scarborough, Tobago provided a chance to take in the Botanic Garden and historic Fort King George Park. Hens and their offspring rambled around while the brisk breezes offeredWeiterlesen
Devil’s Island, French Guiana
9. Januar 2024 in Französisch-Guayana ⋅ ☁️ 82 °F
The penal colony of Devil’s Island really refers to the one on Ile du Real. Only about a dozen political prisoners were fated to expire on the Devils Island proper. Amidst the continual chorusWeiterlesen
Crossing the Bar
11. Januar 2024, North Atlantic Ocean ⋅ 🌧 81 °F
Café Au Lait surrounds as we cross the bar 100 miles out from the entrance to Rio Amazonas.
Macapá
11. Januar 2024 in Brasilien ⋅ 🌧 82 °F
A quick stop to pick up our first group of marine pilots to help navigate and provide local knowledge for this ever changing river.
Alter do Chão
11. Januar 2024 in Brasilien ⋅ 🌧 77 °F
We stopped by the Brazilian Riviera in Alter du Chao. A surprisingly well equipped community provided the perfect backdrop to enjoy the warm delights of the Rio Tapajós.
Boca Da Valeria
13. Januar 2024 in Brasilien ⋅ ☁️ 86 °F
Pink dolphins, three-toed sloths, cayman crocodiles, and adorable capybaras greeted us along with an entire village. Locals took us in canoes through an extensive network of winding tributaries. TheWeiterlesen
Manaus
14. Januar 2024 in Brasilien ⋅ 🌧 79 °F
Now at our furthest extent up the river, we have travelled 1000 nautical miles along the Amazon. Winding deep into this pocket of thriving civilization located at the center of the jungle, we made ourWeiterlesen
Brazilian Dinner
14. Januar 2024 in Brasilien ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Chef Tiffany prepared a delectable pescatarian version of this well-researched menu of traditional Brazilian fare. We enjoyed halibut and tuna while Executive Chef Neil carved up servings of rib eyeWeiterlesen
End of An Era
15. Januar 2024 in Brasilien ⋅ ☁️ 82 °F
This morning, while in the original Amazon, I resigned from my job at the other Amazon. This marks a shift away from my career in Tech which taught me so much and served me incredibly well. Now, IWeiterlesen
Parantins
15. Januar 2024 in Brasilien ⋅ ☁️ 86 °F
Bumba Meu Boi, a major festival celebrated in June, is second only to Carnivale. It’s a brief play which tells a story of the death and resurrection of an ox as a proxy for social criticism betweenWeiterlesen
Independence Day Celebration
15. Januar 2024 in Brasilien ⋅ ☁️ 82 °F
After an already fabulous day, friends joined us in celebrating my new found independence! We enjoyed cakes and drinks at sunset followed by a flawlessly indulgent meal in the Pinnacle Grill. DhanaWeiterlesen
ReisenderGreat suggestion! I’ll try one tonight as my first day as an unemployed deadbeat.
Santarém
16. Januar 2024 in Brasilien ⋅ ⛅ 84 °F
Heavy, damp air clung to us as we ventured deep into Floresta Nacional Do Tapajo accompanied by three local guides. Paolo was born in a remote village where he learned about the calls of birds,Weiterlesen
Onboard Entertainment
17. Januar 2024, North Atlantic Ocean ⋅ 🌧 82 °F
The audience roared as The Flyrights, of South London, finished their encore. From their killer Motown sets to fabulous dance routines and lamenting ballads, we were again struck by the quality andWeiterlesen
Zuiderdam Art
17. Januar 2024, North Atlantic Ocean ⋅ ☀️ 88 °F
Zuiderdam features a robust and unique collection of art. Every day interaction is enhanced by proximity to such greatness.
Life Abord
18. Januar 2024, North Atlantic Ocean ⋅ 🌬 81 °F
Mixology, creative writing, culture lectures, acupuncture, spa days, massage treatments, cards, afternoon tea, string trios, jazz bands, dances. No chance of getting bored.
Neptune Ceremony
19. Januar 2024, North Atlantic Ocean ⋅ 🌬 82 °F
King Neptune presides over polywogs as we prove our worthiness to become shellbacks for crossing the equator. We pay our respects and atone for our trespasses as we prepare for months of crossing hisWeiterlesen
St. George’s, Granada
20. Januar 2024 in Grenada ⋅ 🌬 82 °F
Over one thousand four hundred miles from our last port of call, we embark on a celebration of local beach culture. Uplifting bright tones from the lead steel drum pans fill the space as cool oceanWeiterlesen
Reisender
You wear your future hat well, Marcus. Thanks for bringing your desktop travelers along on this trip.
Willemstad, Curaçao
22. Januar 2024 in Curacao ⋅ 🌬 82 °F
Pausing briefly to take in part of the two-mile runway, we continued to climb the 49 steps up to the entrance to Hato Caves. A distinctive odor alerted us to the presence of the current inhabitants.Weiterlesen
ReisenderHaha, some of them, I’m sure! The smoke machine for cocktails broke so they ordered a replacement on Amazon. 🤣
Zuiderdam Interior
22. Januar 2024, Caribbean Sea ⋅ 🌬 81 °F
We are grateful to call Zuiderdam home for four and a half months. She features a Venetian inspired art collection, well appointed lounges, music venues, dining rooms, and of course the crows nestWeiterlesen
First Gale Brings High Seas
23. Januar 2024, Caribbean Sea ⋅ 🌬 81 °F
Departing Curaçao under strong winds, we learned we would be in for some weather. A perfect trifecta of conditions where trade winds, strong current, and katabatic winds from Sierra Nevada de StantaWeiterlesen
Panama Canal Gatún Locks
24. Januar 2024 in Panama ⋅ ⛅ 82 °F
Just at dawn, we pass under the Atlantic Bridge. Escorted by tugs as a safety measure, the Captain maneuvers us expertly into the narrow entrance to the first chamber. This series of three locks willWeiterlesen
Bridge of the Americas & Miraflores
24. Januar 2024 in Panama ⋅ ⛅ 91 °F
Between 51 miles of lakes and lock chambers lies a narrow channel carved along the Chagres River. Thick wet air clings to every pore and 93 degree heat challenges one’s conviction to observe fromWeiterlesen
Quepos, Costa Rica
26. Januar 2024 in Costa Rica ⋅ ☀️ 88 °F
Not Much Sleep
28. Januar 2024, North Pacific Ocean ⋅ 🌬 82 °F
Some who went to bed early caught a few winks until violent rocking and shaking jolted passengers to alertness. Night owls might as well explore the ship and study this phenomenon known asWeiterlesen