PlayTheAces

Last week they were down in the morning, but were running in the late afternoon. We got back to the ship late and I didn't have time to go down and check them out but I assume they were putting people in the gondolas. Hard to tell from the balcony, which is where I took this shot from using a telephoto. This was taken on 10/10/13. I watched them run for at least an hour. So open? Don't know. Running? Yes.

We visited Fanning Island (Tabuaeran) aboard the Star. I remember it as being a beautiful little atoll, having a very small population, and being totally isolated. At the time they told us that other than NCL's visits, once a month a freighter brought supplies in. That was pretty much it for their communication with the outside world.

I faintly remember a sunken boat right off the shore. I also remember some impressive heat and humidity. If I recall, it's pretty close to the equator. Interesting place, but I wouldn't rush back.

I'd be surprised if any cruise ships visit today.