I had hoped to take a cruise this year since I haven’t been on one for the last two years. I generally get a cruise in as the land tours can be hectic so cruising allows for some relaxed time especially if I am doing the Caribbean. I generally choose a cruise line based on… Read More A little cruise life
Well my friends vacation in 2020 came to a sudden halt for all of us so I have to go to reminiscing on past vacations that I have not shared with you. One of my friends with whom I worked for a few years before her heading off to serve our country in the Air… Read More A week of rest and relaxation
Another popular stop while cruising the Caribbean is the island of Dominica in the lesser Antilles group. Although nestled between Guadeloupe and Martinique their main language is English and French patois. Arriving at the port similar to other islands there are many natives ready to take you on a tour. Sites include waterfalls, hot springs,… Read More Dominica
Curaçao is one of the three Dutch islands in the Caribbean the others being Aruba and Bonaire. The lovely thing about these islands they are not generally affected by hurricanes. Strolling downtown Willemstad is so colorful and bustling with tourists. A main attraction is the floating market where fishing boats dock with freshly caught seafood… Read More A spin around Curacao
Staying at home has been a challenge as I am sure it is for many of us. This is really new for me since I have been accustomed to going away on a vacation at least three times a year. Well my inquiring friends let me share some of what I have been doing. One… Read More Six months and counting of staying at home
It might be my impression but it always seemed that often Australia and New Zealand are mentioned together With most emphasis is placed on Australia. I enjoyed my visit to Australia spending time in Cairns and Sydney but I enjoyed NZ more. To be fair I saw more of NZ which could explain it but… Read More My New Zealand experience continues
Goodbye Australia, for now, hello New Zealand. I had to learn about NZ in high school and my impression was no different from that about Australia being so far away. Arriving in Christchurch my initial impression was how beautiful the place is especially with the gardens as we pass homes. Flowers will get me all… Read More My New Zealand experience
In high school I vividly remember having to draw a map of Australia, name the cities and indicate areas where certain highlights would be found. I would never have believed that I would one day visit this country so far away and I remember thinking why do we have to know all these details. Well… Read More A spin around Sydney
Well with the pandemic that continues to ravish the world we are forced to stay put in our respective countries. Regardless of well made plans we have to make a big choice between health or enjoyment. The truth is, if we choose enjoyment over health other countries made the decision to protect their population and… Read More This time last year May/June 2019
We arrived In Papeete where our ship was anchored awaiting our arrival. The weather was beautiful and the area active with people hurrying around. Not too far from the pier was a large market, (Papeete Market) with handcrafts, souvenirs, items of clothing, textiles, food products etc. What caught my attention was the display of exotic… Read More Highlights while cruising French Polynesian Islands
