World Cruise 2020

Regent Seven Seas World Cruise 2020 sailing from Miami to Miami aboard The Mariner.
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День 46
среда, 19 февраля 2020 г., 16:24
☀️ 82 °F
Высота: 16 фт
Фиджи Numbukalou Creek -18.135328, 178.42382818°8’7” S 178°25’26” E
Day 45 ~ 15,900 Miles, Suva Fiji
19 февраля 2020 г., Фиджи ⋅ ☀️ 82 °F
Day 45 ~ 15,900 Miles

BULA! Bula means “hello” and is one of the first words learned upon arriving in Fiji.

Fiji. Just saying Fiji and my mind immediately conjures up visions of miles of mother of pearl colored sandy beaches, palm trees blowing in the trade-winds, sparkling turquoise waters, and a cocktail served in a coconut. I know this fairytale vision exists on some of the 332 islands that comprise Fiji, but it does not exist on the island of Viti Levu which is the largest island and the one we have visited for the last two days.

Viti Levu provided me a realistic look into a South Pacific paradise where the minimum wage is $2.32 FJD per hour or $1.06 USD per hour. There was poverty throughout the countryside we toured but there was also beautiful, friendly, welcoming, and happy people.

Our guides reminded us that cannibalism is part of Fiji’s recent history, equal rights for women has changed their country for the worse and has lead to dramatic changes such as caning your children as punishment is longer acceptable, crime is more common and the crimes committed are now more serious, and women are not required to be buried alive with their husband when he dies (pre-missionary) nor cut off their pinky finger (post missionary) to be buried with him. Damn equal rights.

The villages we visited are trying to preserve the country’s culture and traditions while it seems the cities are becoming westernized. Conservative dress for women is still mandatory in villages. Kava is the traditional and still popular beverage and both men and women wear the sulu, which is a type of skirt. Our guides also told us that the homes are now westernized, which only means there are fewer and fewer thatch roofs not that they have indoor plumbing, running water, or even windows and doors.

Our time here has ended and we are headed to New Zealand. I pray that arrival is in strict military time as has been Captain Aivo’s practice and not in Fiji Time.

Moce (mow-they) Fiji.Читать далее
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ПутешественникI’m sure that’s a great experience seeing the culture and their dances and all that I’m sure you’re having a wonderful time be safe sweetie love you
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ПутешественникUm. Wow. I am not even sure how to wrap my head around all of that.
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День 47
четверг, 20 февраля 2020 г., 18:00 UTC
🌙 73 °F
Высота: Уровень моря
South Pacific Ocean -25.85556, 176.77511625°51’20” S 176°46’30” E
Day 46 ~ 16,200 Miles, South Pacific
20 февраля 2020 г., South Pacific Ocean ⋅ 🌙 73 °F
Day 46 ~ 16,200 Miles

As it is turns out, 2020 may not be the best year to visit Asian ports. We were informed this afternoon that our itinerary has changed due to the continuing fear of the Coronavirus.

Captain Aivo met with all passengers in a Town Hall style meeting in the theater to provide us with the changes and take questions. After Sydney our itinerary changes until we get back on schedule in Sri Lanka (basically March is different). We lose 5 ports in Australia and pick up 11 along the southern coast then face 7 days at sea before arriving in Sri Lanka. In addition to the scheduled ports in Australia, we will miss Bali, Surabaya, Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.

While, yes, it is disappointing to miss some exciting destinations, I remain forever grateful to be cruising around the World in Cabin 887 on the RSSC Mariner and look forward to the sights to be seen and experiences to be had.

“The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sail.”
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ПутешественникSad to lose some beautiful destinations. Excited for the new ones. And above all — extremely grateful for all efforts to keep you, Katie and Jay safe and healthy! Much love & sending hugs
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ПутешественникThanks Terri. Love you
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ПутешественникDitto what Terri said. Many new adventures ahead waiting to be enjoyed.
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ПутешественникI agree Margie maybe I will even bungy jump from the Auckland Bridge to begin the new adventure
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День 48
пятница, 21 февраля 2020 г., 17:45 UTC
🌙 72 °F
Высота: Уровень моря
South Pacific Ocean -32.224743, 175.63098132°13’29” S 175°37’52” E
Day 47 ~ 17,100 Miles, South Pacific
21 февраля 2020 г., South Pacific Ocean ⋅ 🌙 72 °F
Day 47 ~ 17,100 Miles

With a strange suddenness the persistent winds of the South Pacific have calmed as has her surface. Gone are the longitudinal swells and white capped waves that have been our near constant companions since our departure.

The water’s surface seems to be broken now only by the bow of our ship and the wake she leaves in her path. A slight breeze makes the surface look like its shivering in its grasp.

The now familiar sounds I’ve grown to love have been re-tuned to sound more like rustling leaves. It is peaceful and hypnotic and we are seemingly gliding along on the final 275 nautical miles towards Auckland.

Interestingly we are approaching a point that is a voluntarily speed reduction zone because of whale traffic and will throttle back from 16.9 knots per hours to just under 10. I for one am pleased with the decision to reduce our speed to bask in this calm.Читать далее
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День 50
воскресенье, 23 февраля 2020 г., 11:51
☀️ 70 °F
Высота: 220 фт
Новая Зеландия Mount Victoria -36.826817, 174.79846236°49’37” S 174°47’54” E
Day 49 ~ 17,300 Miles, Auckland
23 февраля 2020 г., Новая Зеландия ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F
Day 49 ~17,300 Miles

It has been a jam packed two days in Auckland and I enjoyed every moment. I’m sitting in my cabin tonight watching this part on New Zealand float away and know that I will miss this place.

After arriving yesterday we set out on an aimless stroll through the Central District which is directly across the street of our Auckland home, Princes Wharf. There is a great deal of construction in many areas of the city due to hosting the sailing world in defense of the America’s Cup in 2021 and the wafer-front area is by far the biggest recipient of the improvements. Auckland is a vibrant, beautiful, walkable, and energetic place.

Last night we were guests to a World Cruise Event celebrating the Lord of the Rings series held at the War Memorial Museum. It was also an opportunity to say a temporary goodbye to our Captain. Captain Aivo has been wonderful and I look forward to his return from his vacation when he takes the helm again in Barcelona to guide us home.

Today we spent a lovely day touring the North Shore and Devonport. The North Shore is high tech companies, modern condos, restaurants with amazing outdoor seating options, and marinas including one for the mega yachts.

Devonport is on the opposite side of the bay and equally opposite in almost everything else. It’s a typical charming seaside village complete with all of the coffeeshops, restaurants, and local shops one could want. It’s also a much slower pace and is family and dog friendly. We used the ferry to transport us back to the wharf area.

Just as Auckland is fading on the horizon I too am fading fast and am ready to call it a night. I hope I dream of beautiful Auckland but before the sunlight fades away I want to share the sculpture shown in the video. It is so graceful as it moves in the ocean breeze and I am in total agreement with the Artists statement:
“...showing people things they’ve never seen before and the more extraordinary things we see the richer we become”. -Phil Price 2004Читать далее
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ПутешественникSo beautiful!
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ПутешественникYou are so lucky to be able to have this experience
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ПутешественникJerry, I agree with you. I am blessed.
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День 51
понедельник, 24 февраля 2020 г., 15:06
☀️ 77 °F
Высота: 190 фт
Новая Зеландия Mangorewa Stream -37.840378, 176.39794937°50’25” S 176°23’53” E
Day 50 ~ 17,500 Miles, Rotorua Tauranga
24 февраля 2020 г., Новая Зеландия ⋅ ☀️ 77 °F
Day 50 ~ 17,500 Miles

When the name of our port today, Tauranga, is translated it means Sheltered Harbor. There are many beautiful beaches near the wharf and the Kiwis take great pride in being an outdoorsy lot. There are numerous water-sports and all types of beach based activities just outside their doorsteps.

I should probably write a wee bit about the word ‘Kiwi’ for anyone not familiar with it. The Kiwi is the national and sadly nearly extinct bird of NZ. The Kiwi fruit is a delicious fruit and one of the largest exports of NZ thanks the marketing geniuses renaming it from Chinese Gooseberries to Kiwi. The Kiwi is also a New Zealander.

The litter bins and wheelie bins lined Marine Parade on our way out today because it was rubbish pickup day. Some things just sound so much nicer they way others say them.

We did pass the largest Kiwi growing area in NZ and while the orchards are difficult to see from the road you can occasionally peak beyond the massive hedges surrounding them that serve as wind barriers to the delicate flowers that will become this wonderful fruit.

We then went to Fairy Springs to learn about and see live Kiwi birds. The facility has several breeding pairs and a commitment to ensure their survival. As a flightless bird they have many predators, namely stoats, mongoose, and dogs.

The North Island of New Zealand (where this trip is limited) was formed from volcanic activity while the South Island was formed from Glacial activity. There are hundreds of naturally occurring thermal springs and mud pools in this area and there are natural vents dotting the landscape letting the underground steam escape. Today we visited the Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland which is alien-like, desolate, yet incredibly beautiful. But because they are sulfur springs, one doesn’t want to hang around too long.

Bonus: our new captain just announced that we will have gale winds of 35-40 knots tonight.Читать далее
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День 52
вторник, 25 февраля 2020 г., 12:55
⛅ 66 °F
Высота: 30 фт
Новая Зеландия McLean Park -39.503761, 176.91838139°30’14” S 176°55’6” E
Day 51 ~ 17,900 Miles, Napier
25 февраля 2020 г., Новая Зеландия ⋅ ⛅ 66 °F
Day 51 ~ 17,900 Miles

Dateline:
Napier, Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand: RSSC Mariner Run Aground!

Don’t worry, it’s cods wallop, but from the looks of the picture one can’t be sure. Just a reminder to see how easy some may try to twist the truth in today’s climate

Napier is a city rebuilt from the ashes following an earthquake and ensuing fire in 1931 so powerful it raised the seabed of their harbor creating over 4,000 acres of dry land and a reverse tsunami which drained the port.

The Napier of today is a salute to a time long past with an abundance of original Art Deco homes and commercial buildings built following the earthquake. Unfortunately the building of the replacement man-made harbor changed the ocean current so that the sandy beaches were devoured into the sea and have been replaced with sea walls and black gravel; so it’s pretty but I wouldn’t want to swim there not to mention that Napier beaches are listed among New Zealand’s most dangerous. It was, however, a near perfect day walking the beautiful streets of Napier.

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ПутешественникBeautiful thank you for sharing love you be safe
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ПутешественникThank you very much for sharing your journey! Our cruise from Bangkok to Dubai with RSS Voyager, unfortunally has been canceled.😢
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ПутешественникUrsula, So sorry you see your cruise was cancelled. I’m certain when you rebook it will be fantastic. We’ve had missed ports and itinerary changes so it is probably best to cruise after the threat of the Coronavirus has passed. Safe travels!
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День 53
среда, 26 февраля 2020 г., 07:51
⛅ 59 °F
Высота: Уровень моря
Новая Зеландия Kau Bay -41.272755, 174.81413341°16’22” S 174°48’51” E
Day 52 ~ 18,100 Miles Wellington Harbour
26 февраля 2020 г., Новая Зеландия ⋅ ⛅ 59 °F
Day 52 ~ 18,100 Miles

Today’s challenge: Parallel Park a 709 foot, 48,075 Ton Cruise Ship
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ПутешественникYou go out there and show the captain how to do that sweetie I’m sure you’ll ace it
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День 53
среда, 26 февраля 2020 г., 10:19
⛅ 64 °F
Высота: 43 фт
Новая Зеландия Mount Cook -41.298107, 174.77708441°17’53” S 174°46’38” E
Day 52 ~ 18,100 Miles, Wellington
26 февраля 2020 г., Новая Зеландия ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
Day 52 ~ 18,100 Miles

Move over Chicago, we are cruising out from the windiest city in the world, Wellington, New Zealand through the Cook Strait into the Tasman Sea towards Sydney, Australia. The Kiwis kept thanking us for the sunshine and warm weather because they are accustomed to sideways rain at this time of year. Thank you Mother Nature for providing wonderful weather during our time in NZ.

It was a full day with stops at the War Memorial, Mount Victoria, the Botanical Garden, and a Cable Car ride up the hillside to Kelburn.

Wellington is a beautiful modern city undergoing a large scale earthquake stabilization program with 22 high rise buildings slated to be removed and rebuilt and residential homes seemingly attached only to the sides of the steep hillsides. Most of the homes dotting the hillsides are walkups (but no amount of realtor marketing could convince me that 150+ steps straight up is a good thing to come home to). Some are lucky enough to have private cable cars with over 1000 private residential cable cars serving the well-healed in Wellington.

I was truly moved at two stops today, first the War Memorial and second and unexpectedly at the Botanical Garden when I discovered the Peace Flame and in doing so the Hiroshima Stone.
Both places serve as reminders of the importance of peace and that we should move forward with our eyes on the past

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What a culture... Must be beautiful in person... What an amazing adventure your on... It snowed in St Louis yesterday so I thought id catch up and see warmer weather... Hoping safe passage to you and your party as you travel the trade winds of the world... Johnny Bone PS you look great...
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ПутешественникThanks John. I am blessed and grateful to be here.
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День 55
пятница, 28 февраля 2020 г., 15:00 UTC
🌙 66 °F
Высота: Уровень моря
Tasman Sea -36.568043, 158.76705936°34’5” S 158°46’1” E
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Day 54 ~ 19,000 Miles, Tasman Sea
28 февраля 2020 г., Tasman Sea ⋅ 🌙 66 °F
Day 54 ~ 19,000 Miles

It’s Day 2 at sea heading towards Sydney. Our final itinerary for Sydney to Sri Lanka is confirmed and all of our excursions are booked. Regent was unable to secure a berth in Melbourne so are rewarded with another port and an additional sea day.

I would like to share some street signs from New Zealand. This country is not only polite but they have a fun sense of humor. I hope you enjoy the small differences from typical US signageЧитать далее
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ПутешественникThose street signs are hilarious!
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ПутешественникMy favorite is the drag queen in the rainbow section of town
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Путешественник Too funny! We should adopt such an attitude
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День 56
суббота, 29 февраля 2020 г., 15:14
⛅ 77 °F
Высота: 39 фт
Австралия Bennelong Point -33.858486, 151.21400533°51’31” S 151°12’50” E
Day 55 ~ 19,600 Miles, Sydney
29 февраля 2020 г., Австралия ⋅ ⛅ 77 °F
Day 55 ~ 19,600 Miles

I carefully staked out my spot on the top deck at 10:30 this morning knowing full well that the Port Pilot was not scheduled to pull alongside until close to noon and that we wouldn’t be tied into our berth until 2PM but I did not want to miss one moment of arriving into Sydney Harbor.

I was completely mesmerized by the beauty of this place. Sheer cliffs being pounded by the South Pacific’s powerful waves on the North Head and a low lying rocky outcrop dotted with light houses on the South Head with the city rising from the sea in the middle. Slowly and ever so carefully we followed the Pilot Boat passing crafts of every shape and size: sailboats, speed boats, catamarans, ferries, water taxis, yachts etc. Finally, we rounded the bend and the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Sydney presented themselves. I was not disappointed.

After clearing immigration we took an afternoon tour of the Opera House, Bondi Beach, Vaucluse, Rose Bay, and Paddington then ended the evening with a stroll around Woollhara, Harborside, and Cockle Bay before catching a shuttle back to our home away from home.

Even now as I reflect on the day I’m drawn out to my balcony by the sounds and sights of fireworks along Oxford Street from the gay Mardi Gras celebration and numerous party boats cruising in the harbor waters.

I’ll think about the CDC Travel warning for Italy later, now is to enjoy Sydney.Читать далее
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Imagine the photos of exotic places we saw as children, and now your right in the middle of that dream... I dreamt a dream long dreamt dreaming until I awoke upon the dream... Keep your eyes open. I have a wonderful feeling something grand is about to happen for you in your life... Safe travels Johnny Bone...
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День 57
воскресенье, 1 марта 2020 г., 11:05
☀️ 79 °F
Высота: 112 фт
Австралия Susannah Place -33.859577, 151.20686333°51’34” S 151°12’25” E
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Day 56 ~ 19,600 Miles, Sydney
1 марта 2020 г., Австралия ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
Day 56 ~ 19,600 Miles

Day Two in Sydney and I spent the day shopping for a new Didgeridoo to add to my expansive collection of authentic Aboriginal instruments. Well, actually we spent the day exploring The Rocks area of Sydney and I stumbled across a Didgeridoo shop...who knew.

The Rocks has a great history yet is alive with a very current vibe. After the First Fleet arrived bringing the convicts to Australia this area became home to the convicts while the more gentile arrivals laid claim to the other side of the harbor. Now it’s a collection of some of the oldest pubs, hotels, and churches along cobblestone streets, hidden alleyway eateries, locals and tourists mixing seamlessly shopping the designs and creations of local artists in an open air market, museums, an observatory, and yes, even a Didgeridoo shop all within view of the stunning harbor.Читать далее
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Путешественник Wow!!! Who knew? Beautiful stone work, I’m sure you are having a Great time. Be safe We love you
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ПутешественникI hope you will learn to play by the time you get home, I’ll be expecting a performance 😉
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ПутешественникSusan. We have lots of upcoming sea days so I’m certain I’ll be ready to perform for y’all
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День 59
вторник, 3 марта 2020 г., 11:30
☁️ 61 °F
Высота: Уровень моря
Tasman Sea -37.857311, 149.89170837°51’26” S 149°53’30” E
Day 58 ~ 19,900 Miles, Sydney
3 марта 2020 г., Tasman Sea ⋅ ☁️ 61 °F
Day 58 ~ 19,900 Miles

After 3 wonderful days in Sydney we left the harbor yesterday afternoon just as the weather was dramatically changing from a sunny and hot 98° to an overcast and windy 70°.

The wind and the waves intensified as we left the safety of the harbor but the sailors seemed to be enjoying the speed at which they were cutting through the wind and waves or maybe they were just trying to hurry back to the pier.

Today is a sea day and I have a constant view of the Australian coastline from the starboard side as we cruise south from Sydney before crossing over to Tasmania. Sadly I do see what appears to be smoke rising from a brush fire on the coastline near Sand Patch Point.Читать далее
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День 59
вторник, 3 марта 2020 г., 12:52 UTC
🌙 61 °F
Высота: Уровень моря
Bass Strait -39.645832, 146.90527339°38’45” S 146°54’19” E
Day 58 ~ 20,100 Miles, The Tasman Sea
3 марта 2020 г., Bass Strait ⋅ 🌙 61 °F
Day 58 ~ 20,100 Miles

It’s late here in the Tasman Sea and it is a night sky that I wish I could share with each of you. An iPhone picture can not possibly capture what I see. The colors range from the darkest of black interrupted by an extremely bright half moon to the pure white of cresting waves. Even this half moon lights the sky brighter than city lights and highlights the clouds from behind to create a glowing effect until it peaks from behind to cast beautiful rays of light onto the oceans surface. The moonlight captures the white-capped waves unlike a similar scene in daylight. The night sky above the moon is so full of stars that it seems unreal. The sound of the ship cutting through the sea is like a symphony, the gentle rocking of the ship feels like being wrapped in the arms of a loved one, and tonight one knows that this place was created by God.

In this night, seeing this beauty, I pause to ask each of you to join me in a prayer of healing for my nephew, Joshua, who is waiting at this very moment to undergo a surgical procedure.

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ПутешественникYou are with us today and always. God has you and Joshua wrapped in his arms. Thank you and love you beyond measure 🦋🙏✝️
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ПутешественникI love you Terri. Hug him for me
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ПутешественникPrayers for Joshua and all your family!🙏🙏
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ПутешественникThanks Ellen.
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День 60
среда, 4 марта 2020 г., 07:07
⛅ 57 °F
Высота: 59 фт
Австралия Blackman Point -41.053398, 145.90771541°3’12” S 145°54’28” E
Day 59 ~ 20,200 Miles, Burnie Tasmania
4 марта 2020 г., Австралия ⋅ ⛅ 57 °F
Day 59 ~ 20,200 Miles

With the rising sun comes good news from home, my nephew’s surgery was successful. Thank you all for your prayers and kind words.

Thanks and Glory to God
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ПутешественникGod is good.
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ПутешественникThank you all very much! We are greatly blessed!
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ПутешественникGreat news!
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День 60
среда, 4 марта 2020 г., 11:58
⛅ 61 °F
Высота: 226 фт
Австралия Wallon Creek -41.264248, 146.04736341°15’51” S 146°2’51” E
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Day 59 ~ 20,300 Miles, Tasmania
4 марта 2020 г., Австралия ⋅ ⛅ 61 °F
Day 59 ~ 20,300 Miles

I have written and rewritten today’s post multiple times trying to describe the beauty of Tasmania and the fun we had, but the bottom line is that we got to pet and feed kangaroos today and it just doesn’t get much better than that!Читать далее
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ПутешественникHi granddaddy Jay and Katie I like that you made friends with Kangaroos love, Kathryn
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ПутешественникYou are blessed to have that great joy! I am so happy for you three, I can’t wait until you have a full moon on the 9th 😊
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ПутешественникThese are great. Always amazing to see your posts.
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День 62
пятница, 6 марта 2020 г., 10:07
☁️ 61 °F
Высота: 33 фт
Австралия Waterlilly Pond -38.520115, 143.98892238°31’12” S 143°59’20” E
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Day 61 ~ 20,700 Miles, Geelong
6 марта 2020 г., Австралия ⋅ ☁️ 61 °F
Day 61 ~ 20,700 Miles

The southern coastline of Australia heading west from Geelong is magnificent. Even on our cloudy drive along the Great Ocean Road the color of the water ranged from pale green to midnight blue topped by unending waves crashing into the rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and jagged rocks. The road meanders along the coastline as it climbs and descends then twists and turns hugging the terrain.

After arriving at Anchor Bay we turned inland to the Otway Fly Treetop Walk which felt like a walk into Jurassic Park with its ancient giant ferns and massive eucalyptus trees. The peeling bark of these giants and moss covered branches added to the other worldly feeling. We walked in the treetops along a steel bridge elevated 25-40 meters above the rain forrest floor.

We had a late night departure from Geelong and a quick overnight cruise to Philip Island for our next adventure.Читать далее
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Путешественник So did your stomach turn a little bit while you’re walking across that bridge I know mine would you look like you’re happy you got a big smile on your face you look good glad you’re having a great time love you sweetie be safe bye-bye
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ПутешественникIt was very safe although there was a bit of movement it didn’t bother me, I guess because I have sea legs now 😎
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Путешественник Great pictures!
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День 63
суббота, 7 марта 2020 г., 09:00
⛅ 59 °F
Высота: 23 фт
Австралия Rhyll Inlet Wildlife Preserve -38.458775, 145.29724138°27’32” S 145°17’50” E
Day 62 ~ 20,750 Miles, Phillip Island
7 марта 2020 г., Австралия ⋅ ⛅ 59 °F
Day 62 ~ 20,750 Miles

It is probably not more 40 miles as the crow flies from Geelong to Philip Island but the Captain kept it in first gear all night to fill time on our revised itinerary.

We received a warm reception from the local welcoming committee and a duo performing Drunken’ Sailor. Oddly enough, this is the song I sing to myself as I walk the long corridors of the ship when the seas prevent one from walking in a straight line and admit I have burst into song a few times when there have been other “drunken sailors” having the same issue.

But I digress.

We did have the opportunity to visit the Koala Conservation Centre and see 10 permanent Koala residents in what the Rangers call the “pensioners quarters”. The Centre is also treating koalas from the recent bush fires but because the intent is to return them to the wild they are understandably limiting their exposure to humans and to stress.

After the Conservation Centre we did a nice 3-mile semi-guided hike through the Australian bush before returning to the ship.

The evening brought the announcement of additional itinerary changes due to the ongoing Coronavirus restrictions being put in place by various nations and our trip is quickly becoming The Magical Mystery Tour.Читать далее
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ПутешественникI’ve always loved koalas! 🐨
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Sorry the world crisis is affecting your trip!!
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ПутешественникNaturally the itinerary changes are disappointing but the trip is the least important thing when hearing of the impact to the lives of so many and the negative impact on the global economy. My prayer is for calm and healing.
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День 64
воскресенье, 8 марта 2020 г., 13:15
⛅ 68 °F
Высота: 39 фт
Австралия Surry River -38.253174, 141.70796238°15’11” S 141°42’29” E
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Day 64 ~ 21,400 Miles, Portland
8 марта 2020 г., Австралия ⋅ ⛅ 68 °F
The last couple of days have been filled with nature’s beauty and pleasant surprises offset by the unexpected.

Portland and Adelaide are wonderful destinations. We’ve see an amazing garden, quaint seaside villages, beautiful coastlines, beaches, sunrises, sunsets, and full moons worthy of postcards and travel posters, and of course koalas. I’ve learned so much about this wonderful country and the amazing people that live here.

I’ve also come to realize that the hysteria and fear created by Covid-19 has paralyzed the travel industry and this trip is just a tiny blip in the grand scheme. My traveling companions and more importantly, my friends, have made the decision that best serves them and will be ending their trip early. I am happy for them that they are at peace with the decision but selfishly sad for myself. It seems that our cruise line, Regent, may be breaking under the weight of the virus restrictions to the point that the scuttlebutt on the ship ranges from further revised itineraries to ending the trip early. Time will tell.

Whatever happens with the remainder of this trip, I remain ever grateful for the opportunity to travel this far and I will continue to cherish every moment spent and those moments yet to come.

I am blessed.Читать далее
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Путешественник What beautiful sunsets!!
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Awe! Come to mamma! (Jen B)
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Awe! (JB)
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День 66
вторник, 10 марта 2020 г., 12:34
☀️ 73 °F
Высота: 2 218 фт
Австралия Eurilla Conservation Park -34.979099, 138.70916734°58’45” S 138°42’33” E
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Day 65 ~ 21,500 Miles, Adelaide
10 марта 2020 г., Австралия ⋅ ☀️ 73 °F
Day 65 ~ 21,500 Miles

It has been a Chamber of Commerce weather day in Adelaide with lots of sun, comfortable temps, and a gentle breeze.

The Queen Mary 2 joined us in port this morning so our visit to the historic village of Hahndorf was a bit crowded with tourists. Our first encounter with a Hahndorf local was with an ol’ timer enjoying his morning coffee on his front porch watching the tourist parade pass by. After a quick g’day and discovering we were yanks he immediately began questioning us on the political disfunction of the US. since the current administration took office and the sanity and intellect of those electing it. And so the day began.

It would have been enjoyable to spend the day in Hahndorf exploring the shops and sharing a leisurely meal at one of the many restaurants with sidewalk seating but after just a couple of hours our time ended and we were off to our second visit to Mt. Lofty.

Mt. Lofty is the highest point near Adelaide and offers beautiful views of the Piccadilly Valley and the City.Читать далее
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День 67
среда, 11 марта 2020 г., 09:23
⛅ 68 °F
Высота: Уровень моря
Австралия Hog Bay -35.709042, 137.95280535°42’33” S 137°57’10” E
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Day 66 ~ 21,600 Miles, Kangaroo Island
11 марта 2020 г., Австралия ⋅ ⛅ 68 °F
Day 66 ~ 21,600 Miles

It is a perfect day for me to temporarily put aside the worry over the things I can not control and enjoy the moment. So I started my day with breakfast in the outdoor section of the La Veranda restaurant overlooking today’s port at Kangaroo Island.

Not a bad way to start the day!Читать далее
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ПутешественникNeed to let you know today that I am very happy you allow me to read your entries and share your thoughts, experiences and impressions!😍
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ПутешественникUrsula happy to have you on the cruise!
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Beautiful!! (Jen B)
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День 67
среда, 11 марта 2020 г., 10:00
⛅ 70 °F
Высота: Уровень моря
Австралия Kangaroo Island Ferry Port -35.71735, 137.94204735°43’2” S 137°56’31” E
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Day 66 Part 2, Kangaroo Island
11 марта 2020 г., Австралия ⋅ ⛅ 70 °F
Day 66 Part 2

Our visit to Kangaroo Island was highlighted by an ocean safari where we spotted a dolphin pod and grey fur seals. We also had an opportunity to contribute to the local economy that is reeling from recent bush fires that burned almost 50% of the Island.

The coastline has beautiful beaches, limestone cliffs lined with stunning jagged limestone and granite rock formations. Many of the rocks are with covered with a beautiful orange lichen that is very dramatic against the colors of the ocean.

The passenger count of The Mariner easily outnumbered the census count of the seaside village of Penneshaw. I did a quick walk through the local IGA and was surprised by the high prices but quickly realized that it is a natural part of Island life when most products must be shipped in even when that is only a 16 kilometer ferry ride from the mainland.Читать далее
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Путешественник Great pic
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This looks like so much fun! (Jen Barfield)
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Expensive avocados! (Jen Barfield)
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День 68
четверг, 12 марта 2020 г., 10:12
☁️ 77 °F
Высота: 771 фт
Австралия Stamford Hill -34.700367, 135.82833934°42’1” S 135°49’42” E
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Day 67 ~ 21,700 Miles, Port Lincoln
12 марта 2020 г., Австралия ⋅ ☁️ 77 °F
Day 67 ~ 21,700 Miles

We moored early this morning in Boston Bay at Port Lincoln and just prior to our excursion departure we were presented with the revised itinerary for the remainder of the trip. The revised itinerary has us heading west to the Seychelles, to Africa, down the East coast of Africa then heading across the Atlantic to South America, up the East coast, through the Caribbean to Miami. I’ll share my thoughts about those changes with you tomorrow following our town hall meeting with the Captain.

Admittedly my focus on Port Lincoln was limited as my thoughts kept creeping back to the ship news of the day.

Port Lincoln is a town of just over 16,000 and somehow manages with just two traffic lights. But seriously, this is a fishing town with a proud heritage and very busy waterfront. There is a large private specialized fishing fleet including prawnies, tuna boats, mussels, oyster, and squid boats, deep sea fishing boats, adventure boats for swimming with the great white sharks, and yellowtail kingfish farm boats. The fishing boat marina is also home to the Fishermen Memorial which is a beautiful granite sculpture depicting waiting families facing the sea and grieving families facing the land surrounded by granite boulders with the names of those lost at sea chiseled into the each one.

Just like the young children at schools in New Zealand and other parts of Australia, the children here are required to wear sun hats and sunscreen. Swimming classes are also compulsory beginning in second grade.

Our final stop was at Winters Hill. This high point serves multiple purposes: it has a watch tower for bush fires, tourist and locals alike come here to enjoy the 360° uninterrupted views, and apparently as the “lover’s lane” parking spot.Читать далее
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I haven't checked in a bit and wanted to say Hello... Went back through about a weeks worth of your posts. Your trip seems to get more remarkable as it continues... Its amazing to me how the world differs in so many extrodinary ways just within the circumference of the planet... Well continued fun and happiness as your adventure takes you into tomorrow... From me and mine to you and yours... Prayers and safe passage... Johnny Bone
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ПутешественникThanks JB.
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Love this picture!
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ПутешественникI think it would make a fun jigsaw puzzle
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День 70
суббота, 14 марта 2020 г., 07:17 UTC
☁️ 66 °F
Высота: Уровень моря
Great Australian Bight -34.032555, 126.81092834°1’57” S 126°48’39” E
Day 69 Nearing The End
14 марта 2020 г., Great Australian Bight ⋅ ☁️ 66 °F
There was a town hall style meeting yesterday and a fairly bleak picture was painted regarding the remainder of the cruise.

I have decided to join my friends, end the cruise, and leave the ship from Perth on 3/18.

With our decision made to end the cruise and our flights completely booked, we were way ahead of most of the passengers because today we were greeted with an early morning email from the CEO of Regent stating that all cruises would be suspended for 30 days and that those currently underway would end as soon as possible.

We are currently at sea with three ports scheduled prior to Perth. I assume we will be notified soon with additional details. It is just now 7:15 AM and many passengers likely have not yet received this information.

I actually had packed an N99 mask and replacement filters just in case the pollution was bad in India. I never would have guessed I would now be wearing it on the flight home.Читать далее
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ПутешественникSorry to see this happening and spoiling your trip. It’s just crazy chaotic things happening. Prayers for a safe and healthy trip home.
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ПутешественникThanks Ruth.
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ПутешественникI’m sure it’s a safe thing for everybody involved be safe sweetie
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ПутешественникThanks Jerry
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День 71
воскресенье, 15 марта 2020 г., 08:44
⛅ 70 °F
Высота: Уровень моря
Австралия Esperance Bay -33.858379, 121.92046433°51’30” S 121°55’14” E
Day 70 ~ 22,700 Miles, Esperance
15 марта 2020 г., Австралия ⋅ ⛅ 70 °F
Day 70 ~ 22,700 Miles
Esperance, Western Australia and I have a wonderful all-day excursion scheduled to soak in as much of the remainder of this journey as is possible.

Ship anchored, Check
Day bag packed, Check
Excursion ticket ready, Check
Glorious weather forecast, Check

But wait, another change. It seems that the wind and waves are too dangerous to tender ashore and the Captain just announced that we are to make way directly and quickly to Fremantle/Perth.

Do not pass GO, Check
Do not collect $200, Check
Miss three additional ports, Check

Expected arrival in Fremantle/Perth is now tomorrow afternoon. Unknown what happens after we reach port.

At least I’ve seen Esperance from a beautiful vantage point. Is that a tear or just the sun in my eyes.

Anchors away. ⚓️Читать далее
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ПутешественникFeel with you! But Esperance must be difficult to moore, our friends made the same experience 2 weeks ago on their cruise around Australia with the seven seas navigator ....
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День 72
понедельник, 16 марта 2020 г., 15:16
⛅ 72 °F
Высота: Уровень моря
Австралия Gage Roads -32.044979, 115.67746732°2’42” S 115°40’39” E
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Day 72 ~ 23,300 Miles, Fremantle
16 марта 2020 г., Австралия ⋅ ⛅ 72 °F
Day 72 ~ 23,300 Miles

After pulling up anchor in Esperance and making a beeline to Perth, we were notified that decision was made because of the fact that Australia announced at noon that they were closing ports to foreign cruise ships and will require a 14-day quarantine upon arrival. We are being allowed entry because we have been in Australia since February 29. Whew!

We are now safely anchored and will wait for a berth to open. The Queen Mary 2 is disembarking passengers today. Cruise ships from Crystal, Seabourn, and Costa are following closely behind us. We will pull alongside tomorrow morning and will begin the disembarkation process.

Regent is arranging hotel rooms and transfers, both to the hotel then to the airport and will have a hospitality desk set up at the hotel. They also offered to forward up to four bags per person directly home. With tight transfers and expected long lines trying to clear Customs and Immigration in the US, we’ve decided to risk it and use the forwarding service. It’s carry-on only for us!

We do plan to self isolate after arriving home. Thankfully, the Mariner is a clean ship but after the increased risk of 3 flights and 4 airports it’s the right thing to do.

I hope that I have toilet paper at home. 🤪Читать далее
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ПутешественникWas worried you may not be allowed flight privileges. Glad that you are! Be safe.
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ПутешественникYou and me both!
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Путешественник Could you please put that life ring in your suitcase for me?
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ПутешественникNo room in my suitcase but I’ll try putting it under my jacket for you!
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