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Hello from the Noordam in Tahiti It is a off and on rainy day and yesterday in Moorea was also raining. I still went out and about, just got a little wet. There was no lightening /thunder so all was well. It was raining so hard in Town today that I jumped in a phone booth ! I did have a rain poncho. we will be heading to Rarotonga after leaving here. All excursions have been cancelled by the port. No staff or resources. Have to remain flexible on this cruise. I don’t care, I am on a beautiful ship and being treated very well so all is good. Sorry to read that so many of my Dailylite friends are having troubles right now. You are all in my prayers. Stay well. Stay safe and enjoy today Charlene

Good afternoon from the Noordam in Bora Bora Just got back on board after a really nice day . We are not leaving here until 11pm and tomorrow is Raitea. I have an early excursion. We were told to wear masks today while ashore., we were all suppose to be tested again but it was cancelled. Most passengers complied with the masking. Lenda @Quartzsite Cruiser you and DH are in my thoughts and prayers. Praying for a very successful outcome. You have our support. Stay safe and enjoy today Charlene

We were in Hilo this past Monday. We rented a car from Budget . There was a shuttle at the port to take us to the airport less than 10 minutes away. We docked at 8, had our car and we’re on the road at 9. Very easy

Good Morning from the Noordam It is cool and rainy today even though we just crossed the equator. @Lady Hudsona very happy birthday to you and your twin. @HAL4NOW hope you feel better soon We have had some itinerary changes again. So I have to try and do some research on New Guinea. Never been there before so I am fine with the changes. Some are very upset. Have been using the pool with DD . The lift is wonderful. Staff very attentive. We schedule the time because only 2 staff members are authorized to use it. we got caught in a heavy rain storm while in the pool. It was a real challenge getting out. The staff wrapped DD in a dozen towels.! She thought it was funny! Stay safe and enjoy today Charlene

As I live in Cocoa Beach, I would love Hal to use Port Canaveral. They only come here on repositioning cruises usually twice in the fall.

Good Afternoon from the Noordam We just spent 4 wonderful days in Hawaii and are now at sea headed to Bora Bora. Yes the itinerary changed again. There are a few more changes coming up but all is well. I received some bad news from home yesterday that a long time friend has passed away. She has been slipping but her death is unexpected. They are doing a Celebration of life and her son has requested a say a few words. So I am going to email my words to my nephew who will read it at the service. Service on board is wonderful . Very friendly and helpful crew. Some in masks. Stay safe and enjoy today Charlene

Good Afternoon from the Noordam a few hours out of Honolulu A big salute to the Navy. My heart breaks for the families of the fallen police officers. We are hearing too much of this. We all had covid tests yesterday . All negative. The Captain announced last nite that we could remove our masks and I believe the crew is tonite. We still are wearing ours, waited too long for this trip so we will continue to be careful. There is a group on this trip from the ill fated Maasdam cruise . They are calling it the Covid trip. Crazy stories. Hope everyone is doing ok. stay safe and enjoy today Charlene

Good Morning from the Noordam Happy Thanksgiving to all our Canadian friends! Embarkation in San Diego was not too bad. There was a separate line for VeriFLY. We walked by lines of people checking in, so very worthwhile. So we were on the ship in a very short time. Only bad thing I lost my sunglasses somewhere. Going to check at guest services today . Maybe someone turned them in. We were very late leaving- 10pm because of loading supplies. The crew is as always wonderful. There have been some upgrades in the handicap cabins. We are in a signature suite and a button opens the doors, the bathroom is great and the water doesn’t run all over. Going to put some pictures on Halifacs. The best thing is a Lift on the pool. I was so excited! DD and so me have never been in a cruise ship pool. We had our Meet and greet yesterday- 150 members attended. Very fun! We have to wear masks for 7 days and we all are going to be retested on day 5. Stay safe and enjoy today Charlene

Good Afternoon from a beautiful day in San Diego. We arrived yesterday after a very long day. We then had our Covid Tests at an airport clinic. We waited and they printed the results for us. Thankfully all Negative! I have it all uploaded to Verify and it says " Ready to Sail". They got that right! This morning I met 2 people from our roll call at breakfast. I recognized his picture. He told me our itinerary has changed again. We are back to Bora Bora for 1 day and the next in Raitea. I think we all just have to expect changes at this point. I guess the port officials in Bora Bora changed their minds but we cannot stay over nite. All is well. Stay safe and enjoy today Charlene

Good Morning from a bright and sunny day at the beach A big salute to our teachers. We have many in our family. Dunedin is a scheduled port on our upcoming trip so looking forward to picture. We start the big adventure tonite. Heading to the hotel at the airport because we have an early morning flight. Just makes it easier plus our driver is grateful. Tomorrow we fly and we will get our covid tests at the airport in San Diego. We have appointments for when we land. I will be so happy when that is done. It has been very stressful. I have a box of new masks. I will post whenever I can. Stay safe and enjoy today Charlene

Good Morning from a fright and sunny day at the beach A very blessed Yom Kippur to all our Jewish friends. I will celebrate golf day as it is one of my favorite past times. Frappes are wonderful and as a former New Englander I fully understand what they are. Brisbane is a scheduled port for us so thank you for the wonderful pictures. We are planning on going to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. My eye doctor called last nite and I am getting my shot this afternoon. Different office because they still have flooding. Even though my eye is doing well, I was nervous about going so long without the shot. So my nail appointment is switched to tomorrow morning. Then we leave tomorrow nite! @JazzyV A very Happy Birthday to you! @Cruzin Terri A very Happy Anniversary to the both of you. Stay and enjoy today Charlene

@erewhon Thanks for the recommendation. We will be there for 2 days. DH spent a lot of time there about 20 years ago for work and is anxious to see the changes. So we are going to take the train and then do a Hop on Hop off. DD is a full time wheelchair user so sometimes we have to get creative. Both of those state they are accessible. Thank you again

Good Morning from a sunny day at the beach My boyfriend is my DH and his a techie. Thank goodness ! We will be visiting Perth/Fremantle on our upcoming trip. In fact, I received an email from HAL last nite cancelling our excursion due to "operational issues". Guess it will be a DIY. Thank you Sandi @StLouisCruisers for the great pictures. My hairdresser called me last nite and he has power! Yeah! So I am heading to Orlando this AM, me for a cut and color and DD for a cut. Now if I can just hear from the eye doctor, I will be all set. Be safe and enjoy today Charlene

Have a wonderful trip!

Good Morning from a warm and sunny day at the beach We used to call DH`s car " the beast". We had it while he was in graduate school. It was a big old chevy that kept on going. Looked awful and drove worse. But it worked and no one stole it. LOL. Thank You all for the Birthday wishes for DH yesterday. He was very pleased. @Cruzin Terri Hope you have a wonderful trip and a very Happy Anniversary. @Seasick Sailor We lost Bora Bora and Christmas Island also. Bora Bora is limiting the number of passengers and not sure about Christmas Island. We had a few other changes as well. While it is disappointing, I am just glad to be able to go at all. Brought all my house plants to my friend last nite. DH is out washing the car. Our meal today will be whatever is left in the refrigerator. Stay safe and enjoy today Charlene

Rabbit, Rabbit, White Rabbit Good Morning from a sunny and cool day at the beach We are coffee drinkers and really could not start the day without it! I salute the elderly and as my DSIL pointed out to me - we are the old people! Today is DH`s Birthday. Nothing planned other than a wonderful cake from Publix. Not going out to dinner because we are trying to stay away from people before the trip. I was scheduled for a cut and color today but my guy has no power. So hopefully they will by Monday- if not, will get it done on the ship. My eye injection was also cancelled and am really hoping they can reschedule the first of the week. They also have no power. I am not complaining. I am very fortunate. Slowly hearing from friends around the state. All are ok but with damage to their homes. Stay safe and enjoy today Charlene

Glad you are OK. Have a wonderful time!

Thanks everyone for your great wishes. We are really looking forward to this wonderful cruise. It will be our longest by far. It is also our first cruise since the shutdown . With all the turmoil and heartache of the last 2 years, we fully intend to have a great trip!

Good Morning from a very cool and windy day at the beach I think that finally the storm has left us. We all did fine. No damage for us and we never lost power. I count my blessings and hope and pray for our friends that are all over Florida. In my 35 years of dealing with hurricanes, this one was different. We have had some substantial damage in the past, and we even had to evacuate a few times. This time we came thru ok but it was worse. Hard to explain. I am heading down to the beach to see how much erosion has taken place. Ocean still looks angry but less than the last few days. I however dont plan on leaving the crossover.! Please stay safe and enjoy today Charlene

@HAL Sailer Melissa Excellent news. After all the bad news we have heard about the destruction, it is good to hear something positive. I thought we were clear but it just doesnt want to let go. We are currently having heavy rain and strong winds. I had put up one of the shutters so I could see what was happening. It is now back down. Port Canaveral remains closed. They were going to reopen tomorrow but that has now changed to possibly Saturday.

Good Morning from a very stormy day at the beach. Not over yet but nothing like the West coast . The pictures are unreal. My nephews inlaws live in Naples. Luckily they evacuated but their home is gone. It was a beautiful home about 1/2 mile from the Bay. We were there in May for the wedding. We have been advised to shelter in place. Lots of flooding and debris. Someones gutter is in my driveway Ann @cat shepard stay safe.Dont worry about the pool. Can be remedied after the storm has passed. I know you have said you have a pool guy, Pinch Penny is very experienced with balancing chemicals after a storm. @MISTER 67 Hope you are safe and are doing OK . Stay safe Charlene

So happy that you are OK. Sebring was on our news a lot last nite and I was thinking of you. Trees can be replaced, lives cannot.

LOL ! I guess so. 35 years!

Good Morning from a very rainy and dark day at the beach I truly appreciate my neighbors , we all pitch in to help when we can. I think there is going to more of that in the next few days. Publix lands are important to all of us and need to be preserved. Not a beer drinker. @dfish Debbie, Congratulations on your new home. I wish you evert happiness in your new adventure. I received an email from HAL this AM and there are many changes to our itinerary. Its Ok, just happy to be able to go at all. We are in for the duration. We will not get the same intensity as @MISTER 67 on the west coast. We are currently expecting 60-70 mile an hour winds and heavy rain. Storm shutters will go down shortly. I always feel like I am in a cave! The ocean is loud and angry. All whitecaps. Storm surge will probably cover the dunes but sand can be replaced and as long as everyone is safe, that is what is important. Ann @cat shepard Looks like Volusia is going for a ride. Be safe! Stay safe and enjoy today Charlene

Good Afternoon from a cloudy but warm day at the beach We are done with storm prep. It will just be a tropical storm here. Our issue will be flooding and because the ground is already so saturated, trees falling down along with power outages. We hope for the best. Thank You to Roy @rafinmd. My luggage is now gone. I called Luggage Forward and they agreed that the best thing to do would be drop off at UPS today. She said it would be a wise thing to get it in transit as soon as possible. So thank you. It was dropped off first thing this AM. @Horizon chaser 1957 Have a wonderful and safe trip. It sounds wonderful. @Cruising-along A very Happy Anniversary to you and DH. May you enjoy many more. The city has requested that we limit our water usage during the storm. So I have to finish up some laundry and run the dishwasher . Then it will be paper plates etc for a few days. Stay safe and enjoy today Charlene