17 November 2012
It wasn't the crossing of the vast Atlantic Ocean that bothered me most about this cruise it was having to endure "Days at Sea" when we would not set foot on or even see land.
I am pleased to report that both Mr Geniaus and I have survived our first two such days and look forward to three more after our visit to the
Cape Verde Islands tomorrow.
Even though the internet connection has been poor (because so many passengers are using it) we have been able to amuse ourselves. I had thought that we might take part in the many organised lectures, games and activities on offer but there was no need. My children will be relieved that their father didn't fritter away their inheritance at the art auction. With books from the ship library and a ton of free inroom movies on offer we were able to amuse ourselves. We emerged from our suite at least three times a day for nourishment where we met even more new people to share our tables and chat with.
Life on board
this ship is grand. At last night's reception for returning cruisers on
Regent Ships we were surprised to hear that 86% of the passengers on board are returning cruisers. With only 6 Regent cruises under our belt we are relative novices, many of our fellow travellers have taken lots more then us.
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| No land ahoy |
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| Amusement on deck |
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| Three under plates for a bowl of soup - Pleased I don't have to wash up |
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| At least the dessert servings are dainty |
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This is your Captain speaking
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| Another refuelling stop on Deck 11 Aft |
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| Bruscetta - Regent Style |
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| Julia and Lorraine entertain us in cabaret |
