In my youth, my only association with pirates was seeing Captain Hook in the Disney movie Peter Pan, and I didn’t care much for either Hook or Peter, the geek who flew around in tights. So here I am, x years later, trapped in a world of pirates. Two of my three children are eagerly… Continue reading Aye, It's Talk-Like-A-Pirate Time!
Oasis an Ocean of New Technology
For me, it all started with the iPod. Technology, that is. Being excited about technology, I mean. Prior to buying an iPod a few weeks ago, I’d run the gamut of “getting into the 21st century communications world” with a certain amount of apprehension. Actually, a lot of apprehension — and ignorance bordering on denial.… Continue reading Oasis an Ocean of New Technology
NCL+NFL=Necessities of the Sea
A while ago, my able associate brought it to my attention there was a story that cruise lines were beginning to cater more to male passengers, for the very good reason that there were more male passengers than ever. Not more than women, just more than before. And while I didn’t need an inducement to… Continue reading NCL+NFL=Necessities of the Sea
Arrive Early, Stay Late Good Habit
The more we cruise, the more we learn about things to do and not do. One “thing” we always try to do is be in our departure city at least 24 hours ahead of time, and have at least 24 hours in our arrival city before going on to wherever. We think it’s a small… Continue reading Arrive Early, Stay Late Good Habit
Cabo San Lucas — It's All About Time
Before we ever saw Cabo San Lucas, we’d heard that it was the jewel of the Baja California steps when taking a cruise on the Mexican Riviera. And every time we’ve been there, the lasting impression has been the same — not enough time. Part of the reason is that cruise ships have to tender… Continue reading Cabo San Lucas — It's All About Time