Do you like them or loathe them? Are they a chance to catch up with chores, family or friends? Just spend at home or venture further afield? I loathe them, perhaps because I think we should do something rather than stay in, especially in retirement. So today I took myself off for a walk toContinue reading “Bank holidays”
Category Archives: Life is for living
April 2024 so far
I can’t believe we’ve been back from our cruise almost 3 weeks: it’s certainly been pretty full on. First day back and Georgina’s new car was hit, resulting in a lot of damage. Thankfully she was fine and that’s the main thing. We’ve seen a lot of River, been to Brighton, Arbroath ( a 14Continue reading “April 2024 so far”
Last day of our amazing adventure
We arrived in Buenos Aires, and even though our hotel was a few minutes from the Port it took over an hour to locate the passengers to make the short journey. Once ensconced in the hotel Emperador we sat outside in the warm sun and enjoyed lunch and drinks. Kevin and I went for aContinue reading “Last day of our amazing adventure”
The last few days
We spent two days at sea, filled with many activities, Viv and I even turned our hand at making towel animals. It was hilarious. Next time we have overnight guests I’ll be having a bash. 😂😂 There was a visit to the bridge, which was very interesting and informative. We learnt a little about hybridContinue reading “The last few days”
April Fools Day in Puerto Madryn
We arrived in this port, and were able to disembark using the gangway. We had a 3 hour walking tour around the town, although as it was Easter Monday the Welsh tea shop was closed, so that was a little disappointing. The town was founded on 28 July 1865, when 150 welsh immigrants arrived aboardContinue reading “April Fools Day in Puerto Madryn”
Easter Sunday at Sea
As we make our way up to Puerto Madryn it’s Easter Sunday. We have in our room chocolate half eggs, filled with sweet treats, blown eggshell painting in the science area and we had booked the Lindstrom restaurant for dinner. What an absolute treat, this was fine dining, and with the most amazing sunset too.Continue reading “Easter Sunday at Sea”
Weather not permitting and New Island
Overnight with the weather being less kind, the captain and crew made their way to Carcass Island . The wind and swell made it too hard even for the tenders to get to land, so we moved on to try to land at West Point, again no joy, so we cruised around and were offeredContinue reading “Weather not permitting and New Island”
That’s another fine mess you got me into Stanley.
Famous words from Hardy, (Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy) as we arrive at Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands. It was very windy and we travelled in the ship’s lifeboats to land. We saw a few dolphins as we approached. Once we arrived we got on a coach to take in a few sights asContinue reading “That’s another fine mess you got me into Stanley.”
To the Falklands
Two days at sea after our amazing five days in Antarctica. Travelling across the Scotia Sea, with conditions due to change, for this time of year, still relatively easy. I did wear my sea sickness bands though. The crew are adept at providing activities and lectures which helps pass the time. With specialists on boardContinue reading “To the Falklands”
Last day in Antarctica
As we approached Deception Island, a caldera from an active volcano, we were struck by the ruggedness of the landscape as well as seeing the steam rise from the water lapping the shore. Deception island last erupted in the 1970’s. We entered and our destination today was Whalers Bay, with the remains of buildings fromContinue reading “Last day in Antarctica”
Danco Island and the Errara Channel
This morning we prepped for a landing, Kevin was going kayaking as the conditions were better. We landed, and I took the low route to enjoy walking amongst the penguins. Some were ‘teenagers’ almost finished their moulting and flapping around sulking. Others were getting ready for their first dip. We returned to the ship andContinue reading “Danco Island and the Errara Channel”
Neko Harbour and Paradise Bay
The second continental landing and to visit a gentoo colony was the morning’s mission. I watched from the explorer lounge with a mocktail, as the zodiacs made their way through the brash ice to land. Kevin was due to go out kayaking, but as weather was providing us with the whole gamut of options itContinue reading “Neko Harbour and Paradise Bay”
Portal point, a tumble and an embarrassing moment
A great start to the day with a whale nearby, and a show of it’s fluke. The morning announcement of activities and landings after breakfast for our first continental landing at Portal point. was eagerly listened to and we were prepped to go. We were advised it was slippy with fresh snow on the icyContinue reading “Portal point, a tumble and an embarrassing moment”
The Drake’s Passage 1 and our first landing
The captain kept his word and with it being Drake Lake, the time was made up to arrive at Half Moon Islands. We saw and heard our first whales and icebergs galore as we glided into our anchor point. The peace and tranquility was phenomenal. The depth of colour of white and blue extraordinary. IContinue reading “The Drake’s Passage 1 and our first landing”
My little life 