When it comes to arriving in a port on a cruise ship, it’s hard to imagine a prettier one than Vancouver, the most recent North American city to become known world-wide after hosting the Olympics. We have spent a lot of time in Vancouver over the years. Even at that, when we sailed into the… Continue reading Vancouver Olympian as port city
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Is This a Bridge Too Far?
Many years ago, a dear old friend of ours taught me how to play bridge, even though he recognized I was a card player of limited skill. I fell in love with the game. Unfortunately, my bride did not and ever since our wedding day I’ve averaged maybe one game of bridge per decade. The… Continue reading Is This a Bridge Too Far?
Cruising's Nautical Notebook
Like a ship out of water? How about just…a ship out of water? It happens to cruise ships regularly, when they go into “drydock” for repairs or renovations, or both. When it was time for the Sea Princess to dry out last fall, National Geographic was on the scene to film the whole process. Tomorrow… Continue reading Cruising's Nautical Notebook
The Silversea Way
For 17 years, Silversea has become known for its luxury branding in the cruise world. That explains why the christening of its newest ship, the 540-passenger Silver Spirit, was done quietly – and with class – in Fort Lauderdale this month. Entertainment was provided by the ship’s musicians. A special duet was performed by “vocalists”… Continue reading The Silversea Way