Yesterday, Papa attended magic lessons onboard a ship, hoping to perform tricks during his next visit. In Port Louis, Mauritius, a city with a rich history, we explored sites like the Chinese Pagoda and Father Laval’s shrine. The day highlighted cultural diversity, with Hindu ceremonies and local scouts engaged in cleanup efforts.
The King Neptune Ceremony was celebrated on a cruise ship, marking the transformation of first-time equator crossers into seasoned sailors. The event featured humor and trials under King Neptune’s watch. Later, in Seychelles, the family explored local attractions including a Botanical Garden, enjoyed a sunset cruise, and faced slow internet.
Today, we visited the Maldives, a stunning travel destination made up of 1,192 coral islands. We explored Bandos Island Resort, renowned for its overwater bungalows and clear waters, perfect for snorkeling. Afterward, we returned to Malé and prepared for our next journey to Africa while managing ongoing work projects.
Yesterday was the Project Linus auction on the ship. Project Linus is non-profit that makes blankets for sick children in the hospital. They buy the yarn via the auction on each World Cruise and then use the yarn the next year to make new blankets. The blankets are knitted by people on the cruise. Everywhere…
Papa Top 5 – 1st Half Nana Top 5 – 1st Half
Here is a quiz from my blogs for the first half of our cruise. Yesterday was hump day (half way point) of our cruise. Nana and I are enjoying the cruise and there is something new each day. I challenge each of my grandchildren to fill one out. If you want you can do the…
The journey through Langkawi and Phuket highlights stunning natural beauty and rich history. In Langkawi, experiences included exploring mangrove forests, observing eagles, and visiting a bat cave. In Phuket, attractions featured Promthep Cape, Wat Chalong temple, and bustling old town. The trip also involved engaging local cuisine and cultural celebrations aboard the ship.
Bali, inhabited by Austronesians around 2000 BC, saw Dutch colonization in the 20th century and Japanese occupation during WWII. Gaining Indonesian independence in 1949, Bali embraced tourism in the 1960s. Today’s excursion featured traditional wood carving, the Barong Dance, a visit to a sacred water temple, and galleries in Ubud.
Yesterday, Nana and I enjoyed an exquisite 11-course Chef’s dinner on the ship, paired with wines. Today, we explored Komodo Island, meeting villagers and visiting a local school. We marveled at the stunning Pink Beach and encountered a Komodo dragon. Tomorrow, we dock in Bali, allowing crew to reunite with families.
The post reflects on habits formed during elevator rides, highlighting a shift from the dim to the bright side. It also recounts enjoyable activities like listening to a string trio, playing duplicate bridge, and exploring Darwin’s rich history. The day ended with local sightseeing, shopping, and a beautiful sunset.
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