Rio-Capetown

March - April 2023

32 Day Cruise from Rio de Janeiro to Capetown, plus a Safari at Madikwe Game Reserve Read more

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- Jan 21, 2023, 2:06pm
- ☀️ 3 °C
- Altitude: 1,038 m
- Canada Alberta Chaparral 50.8833, -114.033450°52’60” N 114°2’0” W
Documentation
January 21, 2023 in Canada ⋅ ☀️ 3 °C
Oceania Official Documentation has arrived.
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- Jan 21, 2023, 2:06pm
- ☀️ 7 °C
- Altitude: 1,109 m
- Canada Alberta Bridlewood 50.898717, -114.12108750°53’55” N 114°7’16” W
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January 21, 2023 in Canada ⋅ ☀️ 7 °C
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- Mar 1, 2023
- ☀️ 28 °C
- Altitude: 17 m
- Brazil Rio de Janeiro Saúde Campo de Santana -22.9072, -43.188322°54’26” S 43°11’18” W
Day 1
On our Way
March 1, 2023 in Brazil ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C
We started our day with Uber being 20 minutes late. He had to stop for gas. Must say made good time to airport so not really an issue. Flight to Atlanta boarded on time. But with a few issues, first, the tugg that moves the plane away from the bridge was just spinning its wheels, had to get another tugg to help. Abt 20 minutes. Then we had to get in line to be de iced. That was at least 1 hr, one of the de ice had a break down.
I was wondering what next. Once in Atlanta a smooth transition.Read more
Two to Travel Looking forward to welcoming you aboard Insignia.
3/2/23Reply
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- Mar 2, 2023, 7:52pm
- 🌙 27 °C
- Altitude: 46 m
- Brazil Rio de Janeiro Pavão-Pavaozinho Morro do Cantagalo -22.980911, -43.1902522°58’51” S 43°11’25” W
Day 2
Rio de Janeiro
March 2, 2023 in Brazil ⋅ 🌙 27 °C
Arrived before 7 am. We were thru customs, claimed our luggage, and found our driver providing transportation to hotel by 7:10. That was the easy part as we were in the middle of rush hour traffic. Took us just abt 2 hrs to get to the hotel.
Our room wasn't ready at that time of the morning, so we headed to Copacabana Beach. Had a very interesting few hours.
Afternoon - we did some exploring and resting.Read more
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- Mar 3, 2023, 10:33am
- Altitude: 24 m
- Brazil Rio de Janeiro Centro Carioca -22.906667, -43.17833322°54’24” S 43°10’42” W
Day 3
Rio de Janeiro Day 2
March 3, 2023 in Brazil
Joined the walking tour of Downtown and Lapa. We started at the Clock Tower visiting historical parts of the city. Also saw one of the world's 10 ugliest build. As the day temperature reached 32 and humid, we bowed out after a couple of hours.
Caught an Uber to return to the hotel. Our driver informed us that he was hit by a motorcycle just before he picked us up. Motorists are very aggressive. I had to close my eyes a few times.
The afternoon was spent on the beach. So many vendors peddling their wares, from food, to drinks, clothes etc.
Decided to have a glass of wine at one of the local pubs. It was more than entertaining as 3 women got into a heated argument. Couldn't understand a word that was said. 2 got up and left, then a few minutes later returned. All seemed to calm down.
Enjoyable Day.Read more
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- Mar 4, 2023, 8:12am
- ☁️ 28 °C
- Altitude: Sea level
- Brazil Rio de Janeiro Pavão-Pavaozinho Morro do Cantagalo -22.978333, -43.18833322°58’42” S 43°11’18” W
Day 4
Insignia
March 4, 2023 in Brazil ⋅ ☁️ 28 °C
After breakfast headed to Copacabana Beach for a morning walk.
Then off to board Insigna and another Uber ride. This time, no air conditioning and driver made wrong turn but eventually made to port. Glad to be on board as the heat is stifling hot. Nicely settled in for 32 days.Read more
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- Mar 5, 2023
- ⛅ 30 °C
- Altitude: 5 m
- Brazil Rio de Janeiro Cabo Frio -22.88486, -42.01703422°53’5” S 42°1’1” W
Day 5
Cabo Frio, Brazil
March 5, 2023 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C
Today, we were tendered a shore. With no guided tour booked, we thought a walking tour would do. That lasted about 10 minutes. Just a little hot again and decided to hire a taxi.
It was an interesting time as our taxi driver only spoke Portugese. She had pictures of the sites we visiting so we had a general idea of what we were seeing. Tour did include the city's oldest area. Of course, a stop at one of its famous beaches with white fine sand. Since it doesn't have mica the sand doesn't get hot and you can walk on it with bare feet.
The beach was unbelievably busy, and since it was Sunday most places were closed.
Looking forward to tomorrow, a sea day.Read more
Two to Travel Nice to meet you both in passing … we’ll have dinner tomorrow night.
3/5/23Reply
So it looks like you have recovered. Good to see. Thanks for the link, we can live vicariously through you. Its still 20 below here. 🤨 [Dave Old]
3/6/23Reply
Looks a lot busier than when we were with you years ago! [Sylvia]
3/8/23Reply
Gary, I have been watching for updates, but I don’t see anything. Did you make it across the Atlantic yet? [Davey diver]
3/28/23Reply
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- Mar 6, 2023
- ⛅ 29 °C
- Altitude: Sea level
- North Atlantic Ocean 20.755, -40.2320°45’18” N 40°13’48” W
Day 6
Sea Day
March 6, 2023, North Atlantic Ocean ⋅ ⛅ 29 °C
A relaxing day at sea. Met with Cruise Critic group. Great lecturer on how pick pockets work. The Captain's cocktail reception this evening and then dinner at Polo.
Looks like smooth sailing! Thanks for the pictures! [Sylvia]
3/8/23Reply
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- Mar 7, 2023
- 🌬 30 °C
- Altitude: Sea level
- Brazil Bahia Salvador Barra Forte de Santo Antônio do Barra -13.009918, -38.53136413°0’36” S 38°31’53” W
Day 7
Salvador
March 7, 2023 in Brazil ⋅ 🌬 30 °C
We had a port cancelled, as such Oceania added another day in Salvador. The first day, we joined Gloria and Tom for a taxi tour. Lucky for us, they speak Portugese. As we were leaving the port, we were handed a ribbon. Not knowing the meaning of the ribbon, we soon found out. Arriving at Basilica Santuario Senhor Do Bonfir, you could see ribbons tied to fence and also many other places in the church. They are placed for wishes. We were told that after six months, they would be taken down but soon replaced. We also visited a few other sites, including Forte de Monte Serrat. Our tour ended in the Upper Town. Returning to Lower Town and ship we took the Elevator. The Elevator was free for seniors, as many other services in Brazil are. Our day ended with an enjoyable dinner with Erin, Mui, Sonia, and BorisRead more
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- Mar 8, 2023
- ☁️ 30 °C
- Altitude: 42 m
- Brazil Bahia Salvador Luis Anselmo -12.973164, -38.48190712°58’23” S 38°28’55” W
Day 8
SALVADOR, Brazil
March 8, 2023 in Brazil ⋅ ☁️ 30 °C
Today, we booked a tour with DoBrazilRight tours. Visited the eight Orishas Statues in a big lake situated in the city. Across the street from the lake is the soccer stadium, which holds 45,000. There were people lined up for 2 blocks waiting to get into the stadium for medical attention. Today was free for citizens. Then on to O Senior Dos Azuljos home where he does his art on tiles. He has a small shop in the front of his home. Of course we visited a local market. Ended the tour with some scenic pictures of Salvador with its population of 3,000,000 and 50 miles of shoreline.Read more
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