4000 Sailing days with Holland America Line

What a wonderful evening.  It started with being honored at the Captain’s Welcome toast for achieving 4000 days sailing with Holland America Line.  Then I had dinner with my dear friend Florin, the Hotel General Manager.  We both had Candied Bacon to start followed by a Brioche Lobster Open Sandwich for a starter and for the main course I had Homemade Tagliatelle Pasta Lobster Meat.  Incredible meal!  Then we were surprised by the staff coming in to congratulate me with signs and a beautiful cake.  I had my celebratory cake and ice cream for dessert.  

Volendam 2026, Eastport Maine...

Today was a fabulous day!  I was informed this morning that Seattle called (Holland America Line HQ) and I achieved 4000 days sailing with them…  Time flies!  Hard to get my head around that number.  I guess I’m a pretty loyal guest!  Anyway, I digress…  Today, we visited our first port, Eastport Maine.  It’s quite a charming town, filled with coastal beauty and small-town charm.  I left the ship around 7:00 am and had a lovely stroll along the waterfront, enjoying the views of Passamaquoddy Bay.  Then, I came back toward the ship stroloing through the lovely town.  The colorful historic buildings, local shops and very friendly atmosphere make Eastport very warm and welcoming.  It was a very memorable visit to one of Maine’s more picturesque communities.  After returning to the ship, I had a lovely lunch of Asian pork dumplings. We departed early today, around 2:00pm.  I went out on the forward deck to take photos of this incredibly scenic area topped off m]by the East Quoddy Head Lighthouse…  What a day!  Tonight, I will be recognized at the captain’s welcome toast followed by a small celebratory dinner.  Great to be out and about again!!!!