In 4 days, I will be flying to Ft. Lauderdale to board the ms Koningsdam. I will sail away to the Caribbean for 63 days on the Koningsdam.... Just a heads up. I am not sure how much blogging I will be doing from the Koningsdam. My main goal is to relax and let my shoulder injuries heal. On top of that, I'm really not sure how much of my time, effort and money I want to spend on blogging. I will blog some, but probably not daily as I am prone to do. I'm not sure that the interest level is high enough to warrant the time and effort. The Veendam voyage to Cuba and the World Voyage is a different story, I believe the interest level is high enough to put in the time and effort. I am so ready for the voyages to begin!
Looking forward to you blog posts.
ReplyDeleteJeff,
ReplyDeleteYou are an amazing person. Thank you for inviting Ann and I to join your blog for another one of your adventures. This year just relax and enjoy the sun. If you post every few days with the beautiful photos you take, we understand. In each of four months we traveled with you, we averaged about $1,900. each time on HALs World Cruise internet system. You are doing HAL the favor by promoting their cruise line....they should pay you a "Top Diamond Member" for helping them......Oh, well!
Jeff, on a separate note, what is the story on your shoulder? Hope it is nothing too serious. Also, have you ever checked out the list of the "Travelers' Century Club"? Their official list is 325 countries and territories. Their motto is : "World Travel: The Passport to Peace Through Understanding"!
Your 'vicarious learning' friends,
Ann and Morrie Doyle
Thank you so much for sharing your journey. Whatever you are able to blog will definitely be enjoyed. I hope your shoulder heals.
ReplyDeleteDear Jeff
ReplyDeleteGreat to know you will be blogging again. My personal interest in the Koningsdam is huge because it is one of the few HAL ships I haven't sailed on.
I've been following your blog for many years and it has always been at the top of my bookmarks, the first thing I look at in the morning!
Best wishes on your next grand adventure. Hoping that the sea air helps your shoulder!
Looking forward to all your posts!
Patricia
Hi Jeff,
ReplyDeleteenjoy the Caribbean it is so much fun. And have a good rest of your trip. I look forward to reading your next piece.
Bon voyage! What you write is what we will read; and my Mother said to tell you "thank you"! Take care it will all be fun. Anchors away!
ReplyDeleteThanking you in advance for whenever you post. I really enjoy your photos and ability to explore each port on your own.
ReplyDeleteReally glad your sailings are here! It seems like it has been a long time since the last WC ended. It is also fully understandable on cutting back on posting, we appreciate anything you provide. Hope the shoulder injuries heal and have safe travels!
ReplyDeleteJeff, what happened to your shoulder? So glad you are going to do some resting. Does your "Tan Man" chair get stowed on the Amsterdam awaiting your arrival? Just because you don't always hear from us, doesn't mean we are not there enjoying every darn minute of the blog. Pictures of the Koningsdam ship and crew will be appreciated.. Bon Voyage and safe journey to Ft. Lauderdale. Beachlady
ReplyDeleteJeff, I have followed you for years and love the blog. I, too, am interested in the Koningsdam so a few photos and your observations would be much appreciated. I hope you do have time to relax in the sun and rest up for the adventures to come.
ReplyDeleteJeff.....
ReplyDeleteIt will be interesting to hear how you like your near-new-ship Koningsdam's digs.
Curious..... when you do six months ship-board, does your daily time clock regimen change much (e.g. sleep in more than at-home)?
Me thinks you ought to consider writing something. Let your mind wander. Maybe a Deck 2 aft strange noise mystery, some piano-bar romance thrown in, with plenty of fun mix of odd passenger development. Begin with a diary and see what gels.
Who knows? For instance.... returning from the interrupted 10-day off-ship safari, I could have sworn that that the quiet bearded man who rarely spoke re-boarded with a different woman; was she a twin? When I danced with this, or was it the other woman, the delicate half-leopard tattoo was high on her right bicep. And, too.... now this woman only drinks diet Coke. But wait, strange thoughts are happening in my stateroom certain nights, too! Take it from there, Jeff.....
Have mucho fun, and remember, Jeff .... 32 minutes a day on your new novel. This board will buy the first printing.
T&C
Jeff, hope the shoulder doesn't slow you down. Soaking up the rays may be just the thing. Looking forward to hearing from you along with your awesome photos!
ReplyDeleteI want to follow along!
ReplyDeleteAh that time has finally arrived, to get underway again. So sorry to learn you injured your shoulder.
ReplyDeleteHope you find plenty of sunshine and relaxation. Sorry the hurricanes have destroyed so much, Can only imagine the changes.
Wishing you safe travels, fun and Bon Voyage!
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