Arrecife, the capital of Lanzarote in the Canary Islands, has a rich and layered history that blends maritime significance, piracy, volcanic activity, and cultural evolution. Lancelotto Malocello, an Italian navigator, is credited with rediscovering the island for Europe in 1312, giving his name to Lanzarote. The Norman nobleman Jean de Béthencourt led the Spanish conquest…
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 was a sea day filled with lots to do. We finished our day at the Pinnacle Grill. The menu has changed but the food hasn’t it is great. They still have their signature lobster bisque, candied bacon and steaks! We attended the captain’s reception last night. Our Captain is very talkative and is very…
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