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Wandering Ozzies

We’ve sold everything and are hitting the road for an extended length of time travelling Australia. Some of you might remember that we had the name “Wandering Oz” from when we had our first caravan, 20 odd years ago. After all, our name is Osborne. Les mer🌍Burnett Heads
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      The massive escalator goes down hill in the morning and up hill after peak hour finishes
      The original English GaolA typical Hong Kong back streetTaoist Temple in the middle of the cityOutside the templeInside the templeLots of incenseLunch at a very popular restaurant. Many locals showed how good it wasVarious dumplings and sweetsFried rice, noodles and green teaLunchDing ding tram down the main street. Great insight into the cityThe British Maritime Guard Building to protect their interests in the early daysThe Peak TramPhotos don't do the slope justiceFrom the top

      Day 19 - Hong Kong

      7. mars, Hong Kong ⋅ ☁️ 13 °C

      Another chaotic start to our day in Hong Kong. The ship provided very little information about transport options from the cruise terminal and we had to get to a start point in the city to meet our guide Gary. Ended up taking another taxi from the terminal with what we were told was an English speaking cabbie. This time we had what we thought was enough cash to pay. Gave the cabbie the address in the Central City and off we went..and went..and went. An hour later and the meter showing more cash than we had, the cabbie stops in this incredibly busy spot (not, it turned out, our requested destination) and demanded payment. Suddenly unable to speak english we gave him what cash we had and shot through. Still on time for our tour start but we had no idea where we were or how to get to where we should be. No internet connection and no legible street signs. Boy are we hopeless.
      A lovely young lady took pity on us and directed us to where we should be just in time for the tour start. Our faith in people somewhat restored we headed off with tour guide Gary and about 6 others, including a couple from the Gold Coast also on our ship. Drizzling rain didn't do much to cheer us up.
      Well, Gary was great, the tour was wonderfully exhausting and we dragged ourselves back to the ship via the Metro Underground and bus by around 8.00pm. An enormous day that turned out enjoyable in the end.      Les mer

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      The Wheelhouse Bar
      Probably the worst piece of fish I have ever had.Faye's lobster on the other hand was deliciousSouffle to finishAs if it wasn't sweet enough

      Day 18 - Sea Day

      6. mars, South China Sea ⋅ 🌬 23 °C

      Rest day after Manila and glad of it. Seems we are not as young as we used to be. A quiet day with a nice meal and entertainment in the Wheelhouse Bar before unconsciousness.

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      Our welcome party
      These guys had serious confidence in their motor's ability to start.Fort Santiago entranceThe GardensA very brutal history of the fort during the Japanese occupation in the 2nd World WarMost of Intramuros was destroyedRizal Park Chinese GardenSpectacular sunset sail-away

      Day 17 - Manila

      5. mars, Filippinene ⋅ ☁️ 33 °C

      Finally some solid land again. Arrival in Manila Harbour was a bit chaotic with multiple small fishing boats moving out of our path at the last minute even with the captain blasting them on the horn. After arrival and disembarking it proved no less chaotic. Have to say we have never been so relentlessly hounded by locals as soon as you get off the boat as we were here.
      The Tuk-tuk (or tricycle) drivers were aggressive to the point of being abusive. And there were around 63,000 of them at the gates to the port. Our original intention was to take a Tuk-Tuk to Fort Santiago and then walk back to the ship through the Intramuros historical area. However the drivers were so aggressive in trying to sell a full day tour they would not listen to what we wanted, so we ended up taking a taxi. This turned into a comedy of errors as we had no local cash, the cabbie refused to take a card, even though he had a machine there, so we had to find an ATM to get cash. The driver spoke next to no English. Anyway, after all that we spent the day exploring Fort Santiago and The Intramuros. Manila is not a particularly clean city and it was hot and sticky as well. We were happy to get back to the ship for a cold beverage. Dinner followed by a Beatles tribute show rounded out a very busy day. The sunset sail-away was spectacular.      Les mer

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      Day 16 - Sea Day

      4. mars, Philippine Sea ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C

      Another sea day and another day spent mostly in bed for me. We have pretty much had a gutful of this bug which we think is influenza and Faye is coming down with it now as well. All variations of pills don't seem to be helping much. Perked up enough by dinner time to go to the Italian restaurant Sabatinis again for dinner. The menu is just as delicious as last time. Another early night.Les mer

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      Day 14 & 15 - Sea Days

      2.–3. mar., Philippine Sea ⋅ ☁️ 27 °C

      Nothing much happening on these days as I got a bit sick. Probably COVID but we don't have any test kits and I'm not going to the Medical Centre. It'll pass. A few nice shots of some brown boobies picking up fish scattered by the ship.Les mer

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      Calm seas but still rain around
      King Neptune arrivesOur Cruise Director getting what he deservesKing NeptuneJust another dessertThe Conservatory Pool at night

      Day 13 - Sea Day

      1. mars, North Pacific Ocean ⋅ ☁️ 29 °C

      Today was dominated by the Equator Crossing. Any staff and many passengers who had never crossed the Equator in a ship were inducted as Shellbacks by King Neptune and summarily thrown into the pool. A massive food fight ensued. Good fun all round. We are all a little tired of dressing up for dinner every night so a quick meal by the pool and an early night was called for.Les mer

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      The WhirlpoolNot sure what this is 🤔Formal night at Sabatini's

      Day 12 - Yep. Another Sea Day

      28. februar, South Pacific Ocean ⋅ ☁️ 28 °C

      The weather in the mornings is surprising. We seem to be getting dismal weather early and it fines up a bit later in the day. Explored more of the upper parts of the ship this morning. The golf course was closed off probably because of the wind and rain. Later in the day we realized we had changed from Polliwogs to Shellbacks but there was no official announcement by the Captain or staff. We've been told there will be a celebration tomorrow. Dinner tonight was at Sabatini's, one of the speciality restaurants onboard and it didn't disappoint. 6 courses of delicious Italian inspired, waist increasing scrumptiousness. After dinner show with a wonderful entertainer topped the day off nicely.Les mer

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      Brisbane's uninspiring port welcome 😟Some of the othersKobe's port welcome. BeautifulThe Grand PlazaAfternoon tea with scones & jam

      Day 11 - Sea Day

      28. februar, South Pacific Ocean ⋅ ☁️ 29 °C

      The weather continues to be a nuisance with showers and wind restricting outdoors activities. We are watching the progress of Cyclone Alfred like everyone else even though it is not really affecting us any more. We spend our time exercising, Zumba and Line Dancing. Well, Faye does anyway. Exploring the ship gave up some interesting items. We found the plaques or mementos that each port gives the ship on its first visit to that port. Brisbane's was completely uninspiring compared to many others. The formal afternoon tea was a bit of fun where we met some American passengers. Vivaldi Restaurant for the first time for dinner It was no better or worse than the other included eateries.Les mer

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      Not a lot of sunshine around
      The covered indoor poolLots of this for exerciseNightcaps

      Day 10 - Conflict Islands (or not)

      26. februar, Solomon Sea ⋅ ☁️ 29 °C

      Bugger. The crappy weather and strengthening storm have combined to wipe out our day at Conflict Islands. We were so looking forward to being able to snorkel in the apparently crystal clear waters but it's not to be. The Captain announced the cancellation the night before so we now have 7 sea days to look forward to. An early visit to the gym for us both before Faye went off to a highly entertaining Zumba class. Good to be able to get a good workout in. The rest of the day spent swimming in the covered pool, playing cards and relaxing.Les mer

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      Milne Bay
      The main means of transport to and from AlotauThe favourite pastimeDifferent cultures but distressing just the same. He/she is alive.Loading/unloading provisions.Milne Bay War MemorialNot sure what the difference is between spittle and scum 🤢Clean up for the touristsLocal marketsCooling downOur welcome party. They were there most of the day in sweltering humidity 🫠🥵

      Day 9 - Alotau

      25. februar, Papua Ny-Guinea ⋅ ☁️ 27 °C

      We snuck into Alotau in the early morning. It's easy to see why the Japanese were so keen to take control of this lovely harbour. After breakfast we headed out into the town in overcast but pleasant weather. Alotau really is a very basic New Guinea town. The people are generally friendly and welcoming. The arrival of a ship the size of the Diamond has a huge impact on a town like this. We walked off ship and down the main street surrounded by locals, both adults and children. A favorite pastime of the locals is to follow the tourists and strike up a conversation. After offering advice they proceed to request payment for guide services. Some are more aggressive than others but we had no real problems.
      The photos will give an idea of the state of the streets. I think they had actually tried to have a clean up before the ship arrived as there were neat piles of rubbish scattered around.
      We walked down to the Milne Bay War Memorial and spent some time. The Memorial area was very well kept. By this time the heat and humidity had kicked in so we headed back to the ship, stopping at a local store to buy some necessities like hair conditioner and pegs 🤔. Back onboard a dip in the pool and several beers cooled us down      Les mer

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