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    • Dag 19

      Rough Seas & Broken Bones

      19. februar 2023, Sør-Afrika ⋅ 🌙 79 °F

      Seas were rough on the way from Durban to Elizabethtown (or Gqerbah, as it seems to be called on the maps!)

      Simply walking around the ship was a challenge as it pitched and rolled, but Larry and I didn’t mind, nor do we get seasick as some folks do.

      For some reason, our dock wasn’t ready when we arrived in Elizabethtown, so they sent us to a different dock.

      Three ambulances met the ship to cart off four injured people. One was a member of the kitchen staff who broke his arm during the rocky transit.

      Two more passengers were injured by the rocky ship, but the fourth had a medical emergency of some other kind.

      Unfortunately, our photo safari was cancelled because the tour buses were at the dock where we were originally supposed to be.

      We opted to stay on the ship today. We’ve heard so many tales of crimes from other passengers in South Africa, that it’s less than inviting to go for a stroll. We might get more of an adventure than we bargained for!

      Instead, we had a relaxing day on the ship, swimming and playing Scrabble. While we play Scrabble, I edit photos and write blog posts.

      The shore excursion folks have shifted us to a different game reserve for tomorrow. I’ll let you know how it goes.

      p.s. The photo here is a Chantilly swan dessert from last night’s dinner. Yum!
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    • Dag 19

      Crime in Durban

      19. februar 2023, Sør-Afrika ⋅ ☀️ 82 °F

      Of all the places we have visited in our many travels, Durban has the dubious distinction of being the place where the most people we know were mugged!

      A trio of friends went for a stroll around 10 a.m. They didn’t get far before a couple of men ran up and attempted to steal one guy’s fanny pack.

      As he struggled with his assailants, some locals came up and helped chase the attackers off.

      None of the victims were walking alone, at night, or in areas that seemed “dodgy.” One attack occurred within sight of the ship, very close to the dock.

      No one was hurt, at least, although one criminal put his hands around a woman’s neck as if to choke her. Scary!

      Meanwhile at the beach, a woman had her cellphone snatched from her hands and she relaxed in the sun.

      These are just a few of the muggings we heard about. All of them were in broad daylight!

      We took the ship’s tour today, and they only let us off the bus once. Along the way, we passed sign after sign for “armed response” security companies.

      Barbed wire and electric fences were on the perimeter of every apartment and house. Many had guards sitting at the entrance.

      As we drove through the downtown, our guide said, “This is a bad part of town. Don’t go walking here.”

      After all the stories I heard today, I certainly believe her!
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    • Dag 20

      Day in Durban

      14. april, Sør-Afrika ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C

      Safari day. Tala Game Reserve 7500 acres of grassland 1 1/2 hours outside Durban. Countless big game (no cats) - zebra, giraffe, hippo, rhino, wildebeest, impala, ostrich - from open air 4WD. Brilliant day.Les mer

    • Dag 2

      Ushaka Sealand Aquarium

      2. april, Sør-Afrika ⋅ ☀️ 82 °F

      Larry and I have visited aquariums all over the world, but Durban’s may well be my favorite!

      The tanks at UShaka Sealife Aquarium are located in a rusty old ship, and the decor inside makes you feel like you’re at sea. There’s even a spot where you can peek in and see all the machinery required to keep the tanks working.

      The screens offer info appropriate for all ages, so everyone can learn here. The “Local is Lekker” sign made me laugh. “Lekker” is Dutch for tasty. I was able to understand much of the Afrikaans signage due to its Dutch foundations.

      My favorite aquarium exhibit was “The Parlor” which featured a chandelier over a table set for a tea party. Gorgeous lionfish waft through the tank. At times, it looked as though they were part of the chandelier.

      I have mixed feelings about captive cetaceans, but we watched the dolphin show anyway. All in all, we enjoyed our time at Ushaka Sealife Aquarium, and we felt safe there, as well, which is a prime concern in South Africa.

      You can even go snorkeling here, which came as a surprise when we suddenly saw swimmers inside the display tanks! If we’re ever in Durban again, I’d like to try that.
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    • Dag 19

      Day 3 on Sea to South Africa

      13. april, Sør-Afrika ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C

      Late breakfast, coffee on the deck before afternoon trivia. Another win by "Sail Blazers" 28 out of 30. Evening with Magician Adam Heppenstall. Early night as we ready for our Durban safari. Found a duck.Les mer

    • Dag 91

      Durban

      24. januar 2023, Sør-Afrika ⋅ ☀️ 29 °C

      Durban ( frühere Port Natal ) ist die drittgrößte Stadt Südafrikas. Mit den umliegenden Orten bildet sie die Metropolgemeinschaft eThekwini mit mehr als 3,4 Millionen Einwohnern. Mehr als 300 Sonnenstunden im Jahr und traumhaft Strände ist Durban ein beliebtes Urlaubszentrum. Hier lebte viele Jahre Mahatma Gandi der sich für die Gleichberechtigung der Inder in Südafrika einsetzte. Durban ist eine Industrie- und Hafenstadt mit den größten Hafen Afrikas.Les mer

    • Dag 18

      Day 2 on Sea to South Africa

      12. april, Sør-Afrika ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C

      Visit to medical centre in the morning for more drugs. An early breakfast. Enjoyed Broncos win before afternoon trivia and lazing on deck. Hot dogs and chicken wings at The Dock listening to Love Songs Caberet.Les mer

    • Dag 41

      ..today war gestern noch morgen..

      29. mars 2023, Sør-Afrika ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C

      Im Hafen von Durban
      6:23 Uhr
      Ich habe im Hinterstübchen, dass Thomas in Gesprächen über unsere bevorstehende Tour, die er in Capetown führte, zu hören bekam, dass Durban „runtergekommen“ ist.
      Von unserem Liegeplatz aus betrachtet, wir waren froh, dass wir einen Platz am Steg erhielten, ganz nah am MarinaGebäude, jedoch auch ganz nah an einer belebten Straße und den Zuggleisen die in den Hafen führen, stimmt das. Beim Anlegen vor 2 Nächten, war ich einfach nur froh, angekommen zu sein und wollte auch meinen Reisebericht über den vergangenen Tag und die vergangene Nacht, ohne zu viele Emotionen und Gedanken, loswerden.
      Auch als wir vorgestern fußläufig zu Abend gegessen haben, nahm ich diesen Eindruck, „runtergekommen“, ebenso wahr. Vor vielen vielen Jahren wird alles mal sehr sehr schön gewesen sein, denke ich, ohne den Gedanken auszumalen. 2010 wurde erstmalig auf einem afrikanischen Kontinent die FussballWM in Südafrika ausgetragen. Auch das futuristische Stadion in Durban wurde für die FußballWM gebaut. Ich habe das Bedürfnis, darüber zu lesen, es ergibt sich für mich kein positives nachhaltiges GesamtKonstrukt…..
      Gestern, der Tag begann für mich mit stillen morgendlichen Tränen in meinen Augen, die Energie.., entschied ich mich bewusst dafür, alle losziehen zu lassen für ein wenig Zeit allein auf dem Boot. Ich genoss es duschen zu gehen ohne Eile, meine Ordnung herzustellen, mir einen Kaffee und einen Tee zu kochen und mich in die Sonne zu setzen, die schien extra für mich, und mit zuHause zu telefonieren. Ich genoss die Stimmen, die gefühlten Umarmungen so unfassbar, dass mein Herz wieder vollgestopft mit Liebe war. Dankeschön ❤️
      Am Abend wollten wir in ein mexikanisches BarRestaurant, welches uns vom TaxiDriver empfohlen wurde. Ich fuhr mit. Und kam gar nicht klar. Die Fahrt dort hin, ließ mich wiederholt an 70-er Jahre Filme denken, gedreht in schmuddligen und dunklen Gassen. Nur ein paar Querstraßen weiter, gab es wunderschön anzusehende aneinander gereihte Bar‘s und Restaurant‘s. Beim Mexikaner waren wir die einzigen NichtAfrikaner und nichts erinnerte an Armut und die Obdachlosen von den Nebenstraßen. Das ist mir ehrlich gesagt to much, damit kann ich nicht umgehen. Wir orderten noch einen Burger für unseren TaxiDriver, er hatte sich Beef gewünscht, und ich ließ unser Essen, wir hatten einfach zu viel bestellt, einpacken. Auf der Rücktour hielten wir kurz an einer Kreuzung an, verschenken unser Essen und hundert Meter weiter sahen wir, wie von einem kleinen Transporter Wasser an die Obdachlosen ausgegeben wurde. ..mit Polizeischutz und grellem Blaulicht..
      In der Marina angekommen, saß ein Mann auf dem Boden, vor ihm die geleerte Mülltonne, und aß die Reste aus den weggeworfenen take-away Boxen…. Collin und ich erstarrten.

      Im Gegensatz dazu erzählten die anderen Männer vom dem abgeschotteten Viertel, umgeben von „Weißen“, im Licht und Luxus….

      Ich bin sofort ins Bett gegangen und Schatzi, bitte verzeih, dass ich deine Nachricht gestern Abend nicht mehr gelesen habe, ich wollte nur noch umhüllt von meinem Schlafsack einschlafen. Mein Wecker klingelte heute morgen um 6, ich genieße die Zeit allein mit meinem Kaffee am Morgen so unfassbar, und hatte beim lesen deiner Nachricht sofort wieder Tränen in meinen Augen. So fühlt sich Heimweh an. ❤️

      Es hat mir jetzt gut getan, das alles rauszuhauen, so habe ich eine Chance, es zu verarbeiten, aber, meine Emotionen auch nicht zu vergessen.

      Es ist jetzt 9:20 Uhr, ich muss duschen gehen damit ich fertig bin. Meine Aufgabe heute ein paar wenige Dinge im Supermarkt zu shoppen. Wir werden heute gegen 14 Uhr ablegen und nach Richards Bay fahren, eine Tagestour und der letzte besuchte Hafen in Südafrika.

      Ich bitte von Kommentaren Abstand zu nehmen, die Gefahr besteht, dass ich nicht aufhöre zu weinen. ❤️

      Ich freue mich unfassbar auf das Meer.
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    • Dag 86

      Durban, SA

      9. april 2023, Sør-Afrika ⋅ ⛅ 72 °F

      After missing Mosel Bay port day and another sea day, I feel a little better and ready for the tour in Durban.
      For today I booked a 6 hours Zulu safari tour.
      We met our guide few minutes before 8:00am and in about 5 min another couple from our ship joined us. Then we waited for 25 minutes more for four more people that never came. Good, more room for us.
      We drove for an hour out of the city, stopping one’s to pick up some apple for elephants.
      We arrived at Natal Park and few minutes later saw a group of four male lions, further on we visited elephants and got close and personal. They really like apples.
      We saw some 🦓s and then moved to another park for more animals.
      Glad we booked a mini safari tour as it would be too difficult and not safe for Boris to be in the city.
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    • Dag 13

      May 18 - The Oyster Box Hotel

      18. mai 2023, Sør-Afrika ⋅ 🌧 20 °C

      The theme for today's blog entry is this hotel, called The Oyster Box. Opulent is the word to describe it. Customer service is of the utmost priority – there are staff everywhere checking that each guest is totally satisfied with the visiting experience. It is part of the Red Carnation Hotel chain, so the accent colour is red – red awnings, red flowers and red and white striped umbrellas. All the female staff (even the housekeepers) wear a string of pearls. Took me a while to make the oyster/pearl connection. Then the penny dropped. When we asked about load shedding and electrical blackouts, they assured us that their generator would kick in quickly. Must be a massive piece of machinery to support this place.

      Sandy and I went for breakfast about 8:00 a.m. It was warm enough to sit on the covered terrace, located just metres from the ocean’s edge. What a view! The wait staff wear crisp white aprons with black trim and a front pocket that holds a water pistol! Monkeys are a real problem here – they can sniff out the slightest bit of food, so there are signs and warnings everywhere warning about feeding the monkeys and about the dangers of leaving doors and windows open. Water pistols are the gentle way of dissuading them, at least temporarily.

      The breakfast selection was enormous, with, to my delight, every item clearly labelled. Their scones and clotted cream and strawberry jam got high marks from us. There was an area where you could order hot items to your specifications, and then outside on the terrace, there was an area to order pancakes and crepes. One of the toppings available is Smarties. I feel a crepe with Smarties calling my name for tomorrow!

      We lingered over breakfast with Colette and Sylvia. Deb and Sue joined later. Sandy and I found the gateway down to the beach, and to our delight, there was a lovely brick walkway that followed the water’s edge. We walked off a small part of our breakfast. I then got my blog backlog caught up while Sandy walked in the ocean and then found the pool.

      I spent some time by the pool – lovely location with a very attentive pool attendant. While out there, we were treated to a visit by the monkeys as they scampered along the brick fence and in the lush green bushes.

      I searched out the Clock Library – a dark wood panelled room overlooking the ocean with leather wing back chairs and a wall full of old clocks. How many high-powered business deals have been negotiated in this room?

      When I got back, I watched the ladies cavorting with the monkeys down on the pool deck. Our window overlooks the pool area. While watching the antics below, a monkey came and smacked on the window right in front of me. Cheeky devil!

      The sun has gone in now (~4:00 p.m.) and the wind has kicked up. We are in for a storm. The pool attendant is putting shrouds on all the umbrellas to protect them and taking all of the chair cushions inside.

      This hotel has fabulous mosaics everywhere.

      We are dining in the hotel restaurant tonight with pre-dinner drinks in Deb and Sue's room. Dinner was a curry buffet followed by three choices for dessert. Behki joined us and told us about some tribal customs and some of the major migration patterns in Africa. Fascinating! We had booked our table for the ocean side terrace, but it was quite wet and cool, even with the plastic side panels down, but with strategic positioning of tables and a few warm, red blankets, we were able to enjoy our main course comfortably. We retired to the lounge for dessert because we were starting to get wet.

      We are being treated to loud thunder and wild lightning and pelting rain right now (8:00 p.m.).

      We are on the road at 7:00 a.m. tomorrow, so no crepes for me! It's a box breakfast for everyone in the van. Off to see hippos!
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