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World Cruise 2020

Regent Seven Seas World Cruise 2020 sailing from Miami to Miami aboard The Mariner.
This amazing journey was scheduled as an 131-day cruise from January 5 - May 17, 2020. Les mer
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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
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    Day 17 - 6,600 Miles, San Diego

    21. januar 2020, Forente stater ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F

    Day 17 - 6,600 Miles

    Just boarded a boat for a harbor cruise. I have never seen this sign before. It is posted on the inside of the stall door in the ladies restroom. I can only assume they get many travelers from Asian countries accustomed to using squat toilets.

    Sorry but I just had to post.    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    Santa Cruz Island
    USS Midway MuseumShip Cleaning Day

    Day 18 - 6,780 Miles, San Diego

    22. januar 2020, North Pacific Ocean ⋅ ☀️ 55 °F

    Day 18 - 6,780 Miles

    Before I say goodby to San Diego, I must comment that we had a great afternoon at the USS Midway Museum. Jay and I were in total awe of this massive aircraft carrier and those that served on her.

    Today is a sea day, and we are currently cruising past Santa Cruz Island.    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    Golden Gate Bridge at Sunrise
    San Francisco at Sunrise1Veranda View

    Day 19 - 7,089 Miles, San Francisco

    23. januar 2020, Forente stater ⋅ ⛅ 50 °F

    Day 19 - 7089 Miles

    We cruised under the Golden Gate Bridge just as the sun began to rise over the city.

    The view from my starboard balcony begins forward at the Coit Tower in the Telegraph Hill neighborhood then spanning the city to the Golden Gate Bridge then Alcatraz and beyond. Amazing.Les mer

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    Day 19 - 7,123 Miles, Muir Woods

    23. januar 2020, Forente stater ⋅ ⛅ 54 °F

    Day 19 - 7,123 Miles

    Driving along the PCH 1 curvy section leaving SF towards was Muir Woods is the equivalent of an “E Ticket” in Disneyland. Along with steep drop offs and no guardrails, we were treated with spectacular views of hidden beaches, glimpses of the bay, and acres of eucalyptus trees peeling their bark, almost as a wave to us, lining the highway.

    Arriving in Muir Woods, which is designated as a National Monument, was, at first unremarkable, and I briefly questioned why I insisted we take this excursion. But moments into our hike I was looking at some of the most beautiful and untouched pieces of nature I have ever seen. There is a strange silence here, first because redwoods are insect resistant there are few birds and secondly because whispering feels like the only way to speak to someone.

    I have never seen the Coast Redwoods yet they are the tallest living things on earth and can reach heights of 379 feet and reach a diameter of 22 feet at chest high.

    I hope to return here one day!

    “Muir Woods looks like a place where fairies would live.”
    -Teresa Bomkamp.

    “In every walk in nature one receives far more than he seeks.”
    - John Muir    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    1Trolly Time
    Sea Lions at Pier 39Lombard Street aka The Crooked StreetSan Francisco Botanical GardensCrosswalks in Castro DistrictFog rolling into the Bay

    Day 20 - 7,136 Miles, San Francisco

    24. januar 2020, Forente stater ⋅ ⛅ 54 °F

    Day 20 - 7,136 Miles

    We shared a great day in San Francisco. We started at Pier 39 watching the sea lions, then boarded a trolley for a ride to the top of Lombard street at the beginning of the “crooked street”, next onto the a Botanical Garden and finally lunch in the Castro District.

    Now, as the fog rolls into the Bay, we begin the second leg of our journey.    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    1My favorite spot, 6 Aft
    Leticia's 50th Birthday Party in Observation Lounge

    Day 22 - 7,930 Miles, North Pacific

    26. januar 2020, North Pacific Ocean ⋅ 🌙 59 °F

    Day 22 - 7,930 Miles

    We are in the second full day of our longest stretch at sea (5 full days plus a half day on each end). I’ve taken up residence in one of my favorite spots on the ship, deck 6 aft. The sun is out and the swells are 8-10 feet but no whitecaps and under our keel it is 14,900 feet to the Pacific floor. The temps are slowly rising as we continue our journey southwest towards Hawaii.

    I can not help but be in awe at the enormity and beauty of the ocean and our Creator. I am blessed.    Les mer

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    Day 25 - 9,188 Miles, North Pacific

    29. januar 2020, North Pacific Ocean ⋅ 🌙 72 °F

    Day 25 - 9,188 Miles
    6 time zones.

    I wanted to get up early to capture some shots of the ship before it was fully awake. As a bonus I watched as the sunrise transformed into a storm astern. From my perch I watched as the horizon slowly moved above and then below the teak handrail wondering if the storm would overtake us. It is difficult to tell how far out the storm is without the usual land based reference points between me and the horizon. As we continue our slow westward journey I think we will outrun this one.

    I can’t help to think about the USS Indianapolis that made the journey from San Francisco to Hawaii in 74.5 hours during WWII on her way to Tinian Island and we are crossing in 134 hours, but thankfully our priorities are different.

    Since my one day of queasiness, the movement of the ship has become a comfort rather than a complaint. I guess I’ve gotten my sea legs. Maybe I’ll even be able to read in the car when I get home.    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
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    Day 26 - 9,564 Miles, Diamond Head

    30. januar 2020, Forente stater ⋅ ⛅ 72 °F

    Day 26 - 9,564 Miles

    Five days at sea. Ravaged by scurvy. Skin chaffed and broken by the constant bombardment of pellet like mist shooting off the tops of saltwater waves. Clothes tattered by the endless gale force winds, our intrepid Mariner comes within sight of the shore...

    And what a privilege to see the sunrise over Diamond Head for the first time. I can’t find the words to describe what I just witnessed.

    Now safely tied up at the pier we will tour the Pearl Harbor Memorial this morning.    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    Nu'uanu Pali State WaysideKaneoheUSS Arizona Memorial1Black Tears which is oil still seeping from the Arizona1

    Day 26 - 9,606 Miles, Honolulu

    30. januar 2020, Forente stater ⋅ ⛅ 79 °F

    Day 26 - 9,606 Miles

    I thought that anything following the amazing sunrise of this morning would be a bit of a let down. But apparently Hawaii rarely disappoints its visitors. The Pali overlook is stunning and visiting Pearl Harbor will stay with me for the rest of my life.

    I captured a picture of the “Black Tears” of the USS Arizona Memorial which is actually oil still seeping from the vessel after all of these years. The image reminds me of the sacrifices made by so many so that we can enjoy the freedom we have today and serves as a symbol that the hard fought freedom and rights afforded us must be held in the highest regard, especially in today’s environment.

    I pray that the honor of those that gave their lives in service and those that served our country not be disrespected with false honor shown recently by some of our leaders.    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    Honolulu Sunrise
    Our Submarine surfacing in the distanceSea Turtle chill-axin' on a sunken vesselBubbles rising as we surface1Above and below of same fabric. Lack of sunlight changes colors we see.

    Day 27 - 9,702 Miles, Honolulu

    31. januar 2020, North Pacific Ocean ⋅ ⛅ 79 °F

    Day 27 - 9,702 Miles

    After a glorious sunrise over the city we headed off the ship towards Diamond Head and a submarine ride. I envisioned Captain Nemo at the helm of our submarine but instead we had Captain “damn she looks too young to pilot this thing”. I loved the experience and saw abundant sea life at 105 ft below the surface...sea turtles, rays, countless colorful fish, and coral.

    After our submarine adventure we set out on foot to discover Chinatown. Fortunately we called for an Uber shortly after our discovery.

    I’m typing now as we are leaving port tonight and it feels good. The city is quickly fading away and being replaced with the now familiar and comforting sounds of the ocean, the rocking of the ship, the star filled night sky, and the anticipation of what lies ahead.

    Good night.    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    'Ioa Valley State Momument
    LahainaOne single Banyan tree the size of a full city blockMai Tai at Lahaina on Maui

    Day 28 - 9,820 Miles - Maui

    1. februar 2020, Forente stater ⋅ ☀️ 77 °F

    Day 28 - 9,820 Miles

    The day on Maui was much too short but we packed in as much as possible beginning with a visit to Iao Valley and then to Lahaina. We passed the “whale nursery” on our way and saw 20+ whales most with their babies.

    Of course a Mai Tai with an umbrella is a must!    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    Pahoa
    Black sand in processMacKenzie State Recreation Area1

    Day 29 - 10,000 Miles, Hilo

    2. februar 2020, Forente stater ⋅ 🌧 70 °F

    Day 29 - 10,000 Miles
    We had a quick overnight cruise from Maui to Hilo which gave us the opportunity to visit Kalapana, the site of the lava flow of the 2018 eruption of Kilauea.

    The landscape went from dense rainforest to alien like plateaus. The lava created new cliffs and beaches and left a path of complete destruction in its wake. The new black sand beaches are beautiful to behold. The cliffs shown in these pictures were created by the lava and are some 50 yards further into the ocean and replaced the previous slowly sloping peaceful beaches.Les mer

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    Day 29 - 10,000+ Miles, Leaving Hilo

    2. februar 2020, Forente stater ⋅ ⛅ 72 °F

    Day 29 - 10,000+ Miles
    Enjoying the last glimpses of Hawaii as the sun sets and saying goodbye to land for the next 4.5 days as we begin our slow and steady journey towards French Polynesia in the South Pacific.Les mer

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    Day 32 ~11,500 Miles, Equator Crossing

    5. februar 2020, North Pacific Ocean ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F

    Day 32 ~11,500 Miles

    At 17:28 local time the mighty horn of The Mariner sounded and we officially crossed the Equator at 145° 6.00’ W into the South Pacific and Southern Hemisphere

    After submitting to the seafarer test of Neptune, I am no longer a Pollywog. I kissed the fish and was doused with iced fish water, I am officially a Shellback (and badly in need of a shower).

    Alas my traveling companions remain Pollywogs.    Les mer

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    Day 32 ~11,600 Miles, South Pacific

    5. februar 2020, South Pacific Ocean ⋅ 🌬 57 °F

    Day 32 ~11,600 Miles

    The onboard entertainment has been wonderful thus far. But the bar has been raised by the performances of last night and tonight.

    Last night was an unforgettable performance by vocalist Elyse Branch and tonight we were treated to the duo of Donovan and Rebecca. To add points for the degree of difficulty, please keep in mind that this acrobatic duo performed while at sea with 10 foot waves and winds at almost 30 knots which makes it almost impossible to even walk in a straight line down the corridor. And he sang throughout the routine!Les mer

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    Day 34 ~12,300 Miles, Marguesas Islands

    7. februar 2020, South Pacific Ocean ⋅ ☀️ 82 °F

    Day 34 ~ 12,300 Miles

    Closing in on Nuku Hiva which is the largest of the Marguesas Islands in French Polynesia. Such a rugged coastline. It will feel good to be off of the ship for a few hours today. The peaceful cove of Taioha’e is about to be disturbed by The Mariner and her newly minted shellbacks. Absolutely certain the small crafts anchored in the safety of the cove are thrilled with their new neighbor.

    I can only dare to imagine the journeys of those anchored between us and the shore.    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    Woman Tiki symbolizes the ancestral strength of a woman
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    Day 34 ~ 12,350 Miles, Nuku Hiva

    7. februar 2020, Fransk Polynesia ⋅ ☀️ 82 °F

    Day 34 ~ 12,350 Miles

    Nuku Hiva is unlike anything I’ve seen and I’m falling short finding the words to describe this place. The people are very warm and welcoming even with our language barrier, a smile still goes a long way. I made friends with some children via the stickers I give out and their mothers asked me to join them and shared their fresh fruit. It was a memorable moment. After walking around the “town” I took off in the 4x4 caravan for an island tour. I see why the advance scout team of Survivor selected this island: rugged, beautiful, and seemingly cut off from the world.

    My driver did make certain that there is one less wild boar on the island😳. She couldn’t swerve or would have risked going over a cliff.

    I do highly recommend breadfruit chips on your next culinary tour of French Polynesia.    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    We decided not to swim at this beach
    1An actual working phone booth

    Day 36 ~ 12,900 Miles, Fakarava

    9. februar 2020, Fransk Polynesia ⋅ ⛅ 84 °F

    Day 36 ~ 12,900 Miles

    Fakarava!

    I’ve read that Henri Matisse drew his inspiration for the “Blue Nudes” from the waters around Fakarava. After being here today I feel countless others must also have been inspired to create their own works of art after spending any amount of time here.

    Each destination has brought me a new appreciation of the beauty of this world but none have given me pause quite like Fakarava.    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    Moorea

    Day 37 ~ 13,225 Miles, Moorea

    10. februar 2020, Fransk Polynesia ⋅ ☀️ 84 °F

    Day 37 ~ 13,225 Miles

    Just when I thought I’d seen the most beautiful place on earth, we arrive in Moorea, Society Islands, French Polynesia aka The Tahitian Islands. The white sand beaches and the multi-hued lagoons are so striking against the emerald colored jagged peaks. The clouds seem to dance across the island providing for a kaleidoscope of colors and shadows. The “shark tooth” mountain or Mt. Moua Roa stands at 2,499 feet above the sea and continuously draws focus towards her.

    We spent the day sailing around the island on a catamaran and stopped for a cooling swim in an amazing snorkeling spot. Thank God for SPF 110.

    We, and by ‘we’ I mean Katie, did need to battle the manspreading technique of an extremely rude German man and his equally rude wife, little did they know whom they were up against...never underestimate a Dougherty woman!

    We have a sunset arrival in Papeete where we will dock overnight.    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    Catamaran Cruise in Tahiti
    1Good Bye PapeeteSouth Pacific Moonrise

    Day 38 ~ 13,300 Miles, Tahiti

    11. februar 2020, Fransk Polynesia ⋅ ⛅ 82 °F

    Day 38 ~ 13,300 Miles

    Five different vessels in 2 days!
    In addition to sailing around more beautiful lagoons today, I was able to snorkel around a few Tahitian coral reefs abundant with brilliantly colored fish. The water was warm and the current mild.

    Still in need of brushing up on our Tahitian and French we took a self-guided tour of the city of Papeete this afternoon (Regent Reward points for naming a song with Papeete in the lyrics).

    We cruised out of port this evening with the lights of Papeete as our reminder of a wonderful day. I was treated to a stunning moonrise while I relaxed on the veranda imagining the beauty ahead in Bora Bora.    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    Our Captain for the dayMatira Beach1

    Day 39 ~ 13,450 Miles, Bora Bora

    12. februar 2020, Fransk Polynesia ⋅ ☀️ 82 °F

    Day 39 ~ 13,450
    I experienced one of the most incredible days to date. Following the amazing sunrise, we boarded a glass bottom boat for what was billed as a swim stop with stingrays and a photo stop of sharks.

    First, our tour boat operator proved his worth by steering with his foot while playing the ukulele and singing a Polynesian tune.

    After settling in a nice spot to view some wonderful aquarium quality fish the sharks suddenly appeared as if they’d been called to center stage. I then watched in disbelief as he dove into the water. He swam with the blacktip sharks and lured them under the boat into our view. When later asked, he told us that he can hold his breath for more than three minutes!

    It wasn’t until an 8 foot lemon shark approached that he used more caution.

    On our way to swim with the stingrays he noticed a manta ray then another and finally a third. Such dramatic, graceful, and beautiful creatures.

    Our last stop was in chest high water where we would swim with the rays. Our guide didn’t disappoint, he was in the water with food to attack about a dozen stingrays. We were laughing and petting the rays when the sharks appeared seemingly out of nowhere. He said not to worry, blacktip sharks are usually docile!

    SO WE SWAM WITH SHARKS!

    As if the day could get any better, we then found an unforgettable beach and swam, walked, and lounged away the remainder of the afternoon. Perfect.

    Back on board the Mariner, Captain Aivo announced that American Samoa has closed the ports effective today to all cruise traffic out of an abundance of caution for the well being of the isolated population due to the Coronavirus. We now have an unexpected 4 days at sea with extreme weather predicted for days 2 and 3.

    Stay tuned for dramatic weather updates. 😬. Now where did I put my life jacket?!    Les mer

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  • Carolyn KoontzWorld Cruise 2020Reisende
    International Date Line

    Day 42 ~ 14,900 Miles, South Pacific

    15. februar 2020, South Pacific Ocean ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F

    Day 42 ~ 14,900 Miles

    It’s Day 3 of an unexpected stretch of four days at sea following the cancellation of our stops in American Samoa and Samoa after we were denied entry because of the “fear” of the Coronavirus.

    Kudos to Regent for their hard work in rescheduling all excursions to a day earlier and scheduling a new stop with excursions in Suva, Fiji.

    We were warned of bad weather for sea days 2 and 3, but luckily because I had my supplies at the ready I was able to stave off the effects of the impending storms. Always prepared...thanks Dad.

    We crossed the International Date Line at 3:09 this afternoon (picture shown, if you enlarge it you can see the sign in the distance), but we will not recognize the changes that crossing brings until overnight so we may experience a smooth transition. In a instant we went from 180° West to 180° East. I think this translates to moving the clock back one hour and moving the calendar forward one day. Until today I had only read about time travel but now I get to experience it, February 16 disappears for me this year. So today I will take a selfish moment to remember, honor, and raise a glass to my Dad on what would have been his 97th birthday on the 16th. I love you and miss you Dad.    Les mer

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    Approaching Fiji

    Day 44 ~ 15,500 Miles, Lautoka Fiji

    18. februar 2020, Fiji ⋅ ☁️ 77 °F

    Day 44 ~ 15,500 Miles

    FIJI. It’s an early morning arrival in Lautoka, Fiji today. For those of you keeping track, it’s about 6:45AM on 2/18 locally and 12:45PM on 2/17 at home. Time flies when you’re having fun.

    We’ve been advised that it may take 6+ hours for Fijian officials to review our records and give us the final clearance to disembark. The Pilot is arriving now and the first officials will come aboard while the ship is still in motion. It’s a fun process to watch and I’d love to share the moment but I’m still in my pajamas on the veranda, my darlings, and they’re boarding on the port side.    Les mer

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