The Fleet Report and Daily for Saturday June 3rd, 2023

[richwmn]

 

Today is Chinese Dragon Boat Festival, National Trails Day, and World Bicycle Day
 

If you're going to do something tonight that you'll be sorry for tomorrow morning, sleep late. - Henny Youngman

Meal Suggestion for today - Baked Risotto with Lemon, Peas & Parmesan
Drink of the Day - Apple Fizz
Wine of the Day - Rippon Pinot Noir Central Otago Tinker's Field 2019
Destination of the Day - Dover, England

Today in History:
1621 Dutch West India Company (WIC) receives charter for The West Indies (The Americas, Caribbean and West Africa)

Ship Locations
 

Eurodam

Seattle, Washington 0700 - 1500
 

Koningsdam

Vancouver, Canada 0700-1600
 

Nieuw Amsterdam

At Sea destination Vancouver, Canada eta 04 Jun
 

Nieuw Statendam

Bergen, Norway 07:00 - 17:00
 

Noordam

At Sea destination Whittier, Alaska eta 04 Jun
 

Oosterdam

Civitavecchia
 

Rotterdam

Amsterdam, Netherlands North Holland 07:00 - 17:00
 

Volendam

Skagway, Alaska 0700-2000
 

Westerdam

Victoria, British Columbia
 

Zaandam

Montreal, Quebec 0700-1700
 

Zuiderdam

Dun Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland 0700-1700
 

 

 

[portofrome]

Thank you for the Fleet Report.

[JazzyV]

 

Today’s Care list:

Smitty34877 DH recovering from surgery

1Angelcat’s loss of Ninja and Fluff only a week apart

Marshhawk and DH Chuck with Covid after cruise; Fawn missing

Superoma working to settle her DD DF’s estate

 

Wildfire victims

Shooting victims every day

Citizens of Ukraine and Sudan

From the rotation:

NextOne needing valve replacement surgery

Roy recovering from pneumonia and slowly getting stronger

Atexsix DF working on getting stronger

Former President Jimmy Carter in home hospice care; Roslyn with dementia

 

Celebrations and Shoutouts:

Bon Voyage Suslor!

Bon Voyage aliaschief and DWaliaschief!

Welcome Back Oceansaway17!

Mr. Boston’s DH David’s retirement!

LuauQueen, welcome to the Daily!

RMLincoln’s DH with a good exam at the glaucoma specialist

Tana celebrating small wellness victories 

Many Dailyites cruising or with upcoming cruises

 

5 days for ocean sounds (Symphony of the Seas June 8 to June 15)

7 days for Nickelpenny (Zaandam June 10 to 17), celebrating retirement

 

DeniseT (Nieuw Amsterdam to June 4), Suslor (Eurodam to June 10) and aliaschief (Azamara Journey to June 28)

[Mr. Boston]

Good morning everyone.  Thanks for the daily report.  Fun group of days today.  The trails here are wet for sure after last evening’s rain, maybe a bike ride would be better.  Funny quote although it wouldn’t work for me as I’m programmed to wake up at six. I’d have the meal suggestion as a side dish.  The drink has potential from the name.  I have not been to today’s port.  Prayers for all on our list.  Cheers to those of you celebrating happy events today!

[Gail & Marty sailing away]

Thanks for the info ..

[StLouisCruisers]

Good morning friends!  It's a beautiful morning, 60F with sunny skies and 86 predicted for the high.  A bit hot.  Thanks Rich @richwmn for our Daily and Fleet Report.

 

Good idea about the bike ride instead of the trail walk @Mr. Boston.  Our trails are dry though since the incessant rains seem to have stopped this past week.  Hopefully rain will come back soon.  Hope the Chinese Dragon Boat people have a good time.  I went to something like that once in Ann Arbor on their local river.  Very festive!  The Youngman quote is funny as usual.  No thanks to the risotto dish.  The drink sounds interesting and the Pinot Noir is good I'm sure but I don't like reds.  The day in history goes back a long time, and if people hadn't been interested in exploring this planet back then, where would we be now?  Thanks to our Food and Beverage ladies for their daily reports - Debbie @dfish, Dixie @summer slope, and Ann @cat shepard.

 

Excellent job Vanessa @JazzyV on the C&C lists this morning.  Hope you are feeling okay!  Prayers for the Care list people and anyone else who may be in need.  Especially @1ANGELCAT and Annie @marshhawk.  Hurray for the Celebration list group who are either cruising or having happy events in their lives.  Enjoy smooth seas and many exciting adventures!

 

The port this morning is Dover, England.  We had that port once almost exactly one year ago on June 2, 2022!  I'll post the link below.  I notice I was on that Island Princess Covid cruise that day on my way to Reykjavik from Halifax.  Covid was beginning to rear its ugly head during those sea days but I didn't come down with it for about 10 more days.  I was unable to access my photos while on the ship so didn't post photos.  I'll go look for some now.

 

 

Hoping all of you enjoy your Saturday and stay safe and well.

[MrSnuffleupagus]

Thank you for the fleet report.

[rafinmd]

Thank you Rich, Vanessa, Debbie, Dixie, and Ann.  I enjoy watching dragon boats, love trails but I think from now on need to only walk the best maintained or paved.  I was an avid bicyclist for about half a century but eventually gave it up.  Not sure sleeping late will help much in the long run if there are still consequences to deal with.  It sounds like the events 402 years ago today probably lead to the eventual establishment of Nieuw Amsterdam.  I have sailed from Dover twice on Crystal Symphony but the closest I've been on a BHB is boarding Prinsendam in Tilbury in 2011.  Yesterday was HOT here, today will be much more tolerable.  The meal sounds nice.  I'll pass on posting an alternative.

 

Roy

[StLouisCruisers]

We had two wonderful days in Dover while sailing on Prinsendam, Sept. 2018 and May 2019.  The first time we took a double decker bus to the White Cliffs of Dover visitor center and began our hike along the trails there.  Here is our view though from the ship before we left it that morning.

 

 

 

On the path you could see where the Prinsendam was docked (right) and over to Dover Castle.

 

 

We reached a photo spot where people were taking photos so of course did the same.

 

 

There were horses in the area.

 

Lots more trail to go.

 

The farther you went the sparser the trail became

 

At the end of the trail was the Victorian style lighthouse which of course had to have scaffolding around it to spoil the view.  

 

 

Knowing the schedule the bus had for returns we decided we'd better leave and hustle if we were going to make the next hourly ride.

 

We could see the bus enter the parking lot from a quarter mile away, so broke into a jog and ran back just in time to jump onboard before the driver left.  Whew!  Thankfully we were five years younger then!  Nevertheless we enjoyed that visit to Dover.

 

I think I'll have breakfast now and take a look later for some photos from our 2019 visit when we stayed in town instead of walking the trails of the White Cliffs. 

[summer slope]

Apple Fizz cocktail:

 

Ingredients
1 part Midori® Melon Liqueur
1 part Sauza® Blue Silver 100% Agave Tequila
1 part cloudy Apple Juice
1/2 part Lemon Juice
1/2 part Simple Syrup
Splash Soda Water

Instructions
Stir all ingredients and pour over ice in a highball glass.

 

[dfish]

Good morning, everyone from the Seven Slot Grille in Reed City, Michigan.  Today is River's last soccer game so we got up before dawn to make the trek up here.  

 

I'm posting and will be back later to read.  I agree that today's meal is more of a side dish.  I'd skip it due to carbs.  https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a39562253/baked-risotto-recipe/

 

 

This next one includes pancetta for some protein.  https://joythebaker.com/2022/05/oven-baked-pea-pancetta-and-lemon-risotto/

 

 

This one is lemon and herbs.  If you really want the peas, you can add them in.  https://www.recipetineats.com/creamy-lemon-herb-baked-risotto-recipe/

 

 

Wishing you all a wonderful day!

[cat shepard]

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! Just a super quick post this morning. Off to the gym & Aldi, then lunch with neighbors, Bindi walks and charcuterie with wine at a friend’s this evening. 
 

Vanessa thank you for keeping track of all of us.

 

 

 

 

 

Prayers for all who need our support. Thinking of you @1ANGELCAT .

Cheers to all who are celebrating. Get well & stay well everyone!

 

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Rippon Pinot Noir Central Otago Tinker's Field 2019

Another elusive NZ wine. This PN sounds lovely. No distributors appear to ship to me, but lots of them ship to Hong Kong with prices starting at $75.08.

Distributor notes

 

Rippon is a small but highly renowned biodynamic family estate, based in the subregion of Wanaka, Central Otago. This position means that the estate enjoys the same benefits of long sunshine hours and rain-shelter as the rest of Central Otago, but the unique proximity to Lake Wanaka provides a considerable moderating influence. The result is wines of less immediately overt ripeness, but of increased finesse and complexity. The wines often look more like their Alsatian or Burgundian counterparts, than that of their immediate neighbours, and they never sacrifice structure or tannin for immediate pleasure. As such, they will develop beautifully in a good cellar, whether red or white.

A unique parcel within Rippon, Tinker’s Field is a gentle, north facing slope formed by an ancient ejection cone of coarse schist gravels and is home to the oldest vines on the property. Also to note, the Pinot Noir with the highest acidity of the 19's here. Fermented with natural yeasts, with 25% whole clusters. Aged in French oak (only 17% new) for a total of 18 months before bottling unfined and unfiltered.

The Review:
94+ points, Mike Bennie, The Wine Front
A firm, structured release this year, indeed. Tasted over a few days to get the gist of it. Expressive and individual wine regardless.

It’s all about architecture and tension, firm ribbons of tannin and green-herbal elements over darker, sour-sweet cherry and brambly-undergrowth characters. All this wrapped up in a lithe, gossamer but steely-minerally and strict tannins. Amaro-like acidity feels so refreshing and life-affirming. It feels very much a wine that needs cellar time, it’s so strict and taut in this incarnation. Please, set some aside.

[aliaschief]

Beautiful day in Barcelona. Embarkation was swift and efficient. Barcelona was bustling with the Spanish Gran Prix this weekend and large concerts.

Only 500 guest on board this cruise.

Thanks for the report. Back to having fun.

 

[ottahand7]

@1ANGELCAT I am so sorry your black kitty failed to make it.  I really feel for you with two going so quickly and the empty house feeling.  

@marshhawk I hope that you and your DH are beginning to feel better.   

Thanks for the Daily and Fleet Reports @richwmn.   On the quote sleeping late isn't going to make it go away unless it is a hangover.  Total pass on the comestibles.  Melon drink, high carbs and I bet another hard to find vino.   Prayers for all on our Care list and the people of Ukraine.  

 @Suslorand @aliaschief  Bon voyage!  🍾🛳️

 

[rafinmd]

Be sure to check post #28 in the thread by @Dr.Dobro  for a great current post on Dover.

 

Roy

Edited June 3, 2023 by rafinmd
fixed post number

[ottahand7]

We have another couple of hot days ahead of us but it will cool off for next week.  We got a little bit of rain Thursday but it appears the dry weather will continue.  Our trip to town went well and our food was excellent but the fried fish for first meal of the day upset my stomach.  I hope they get the road fixed soon because fishing is good when it is really hot and the bugs don't follow us out there.  Have a wonderful Saturday. Nancy 

[StLouisCruisers]

Our second time in Dover was May 6, 2019 on Prinsendam once again.  We got on the shuttle bus to downtown and along the way saw this view of the Dover Castle on the hill, and a Banksy mural on a building.  

 

Here's a closer shot of it.

 

I have read that later in 2019 someone whitewashed over the mural which was worth plenty as most Banksy artwork is.  I haven't been able to figure out what has happened since it was whitewashed over so If anyone knows the latest, please let us know.

 

 

We were dropped off downtown near the Dover Museum and had a look inside after a walk around the town.

 

 

 

 

 

 

After our look around the museum, we boarded the bus again to look at some scenery.

 

 

 

 

Prinsendam preparing to leave Dover.

 

ferry in the harbour.

 

 

Time to go!

[StLouisCruisers]

1 hour ago, JazzyV said:

 

Today’s Care list:

Smitty34877 DH recovering from surgery

1Angelcat’s loss of Ninja and Fluff only a week apart

Marshhawk and DH Chuck with Covid after cruise; Fawn missing

Superoma working to settle her DD DF’s estate

 

Wildfire victims

Shooting victims every day

Citizens of Ukraine and Sudan

From the rotation:

NextOne needing valve replacement surgery

Roy recovering from pneumonia and slowly getting stronger

Atexsix DF working on getting stronger

Former President Jimmy Carter in home hospice care; Roslyn with dementia

 

Celebrations and Shoutouts:

Bon Voyage Suslor!

Bon Voyage aliaschief and DWaliaschief!

Welcome Back Oceansaway17!

Mr. Boston’s DH David’s retirement!

LuauQueen, welcome to the Daily!

RMLincoln’s DH with a good exam at the glaucoma specialist

Tana celebrating small wellness victories 

Many Dailyites cruising or with upcoming cruises

 

5 days for ocean sounds (Symphony of the Seas June 8 to June 15)

7 days for Nickelpenny (Zaandam June 10 to 17), celebrating retirement

 

DeniseT (Nieuw Amsterdam to June 4), Suslor (Eurodam to June 10) and aliaschief (Azamara Journey to June 28)

 

Vanessa, I hadn't heard Rosylyn Carter had dementia.  I hope they are keeping former President Carter comfortable.  Hospice can drag on for years for certain individuals included my DD DMIL.  Thanks for your update on the Carters.

[richwmn]

Some views of Dover, which was a replacement port on WC2023

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited June 3, 2023 by richwmn

[Crazy For Cats]

Good Morning, thanks for today’s report.  It’s a much cooler morning here and everything is soaked.  There is nothing on the agenda for today.  Today’s meal suggestion sounds interesting but will decide after @dfish shares pictures and recipes.  I suspect that we will go out for dinner today.

I hope everyone has a good day today.

[Nodakboiler]

Our favorite experience in Dover was finding the White Horse Inn when wandering around the town. It is a tavern from the late 1400's (I believe) that allows English Channel swimmers to sign the walls and ceilings with their names and dates of their successful crossings. There was a group from Philadelphia that had made the swim and were signing the ceiling that day. Pretty cool.

[Nickelpenny]

Good Morning to All!!  Love the days - watched Dragon Boat Festivals while I lived in China.  They were cool!  And I need to start riding a bike!!

 

I love risotto but baked?  Hmmmm.  Wish I could see the White Cliffs of Dover some day!!

 

Off to day 3 of my adventure.  I am having a great time.  Heading up towards Nashville.  Let's see where I lay my head tonight.

 

Boy, Texans drive big trucks!!  That seem to be all I saw.  Went on the toll road out of Dallas; didn't mean to but somehow I did.  I guess I will owe the State of Texas some money!!

 

Thoughts for the care list.  @1ANGELCAT I am so sorry about your loss.  I am a cat lover and I dread the day Martina decides it is time to leave me.

 

Have a great day everyone!!

[0106]

Happy Saturday!  We celebrated Trail Day yesterday at the Assateague Island National Seashore. 
 

Many come to see the ponies.

 

This is the first time I saw prickly pear blooming here.

The beach is not crowded.

 

Positive thoughts to those who need them.  Cheers to those celebrating and cruising,

[Cruisercl]

Good morning everyone,

Not much going on here this week; the big event was a dental appointment.  In keeping with yesterday, I have never met a dentist I even liked, personally and professionally; that is all I am going to say about that!  😜 IMO, you are lucky if you find a dentist that is good.

My thanks to all who have or will contribute to today's FR & D and all of the supporting departments...

 

@JazzyV, @Oceansaway17 and @marshhawk, welcome home from your vacations. Travel can be tough on a body, I know. Hope you feel better each day now that you are home.

Bon Voyage @Suslor and @aliaschief!

 

Prayers for all and cheers for those celebrating.

Have a good weekend.

Take care and stay safe.

Caron

 

[Cruzin Terri]

Good morning to all,

I hope everyone is having a good day.  It is a beautiful sunny day here in the Low Country of South Carolina.  

We leave for London two weeks from today.  Thankfully we have flights to get us there.  

We board the Oceania Marina on June 21 and will be on her for 32 days as we sail around the Baltic Sea.

 

Thank you Rich for getting us started every day.   Interesting collection of days.  The only one I can identify with is Bicycling.  However, I haven’t done that in a while.

I like the quote.

Debbie, the meal sounds good and I may think about trying it.  The wine is a bit above my budget right now.  The drink is a maybe.

 

Prayers for all on the cares list.  @smitty34877 I hope DH is recovering well.  Prayers for him. @marshhawk Hope you are feeling better and soon will have Covid behind you.

@aliaschief Bon Voyage.  Hope you enjoy your cruise.  

 

We departed from Dover once on the Insignia.  I tried to post some photos of the White Cliffs as we sailed away but they don’t show up.  Sorry.

 

Hope everyone has a nice Saturday and a pleasant weekend.

God Bless,

Terri