Category Archives: Excursions

Fingers crossed that I can add some of the pictures to give you an idea of what the scenery was like. I have said it before, pictures can’t really capture the beauty but hope this gives you just a taste … Continue reading →

February 27-28, 2017 I hardly know where to begin with this post.  The South island of New Zealand supposedly has some of the most incredible scenery in the world, and we definitely believe it.  16 passengers and Simone from Insignia … Continue reading →

February 25, 2017 Now we are on the south island of New Zealand in Picton,  at the head of the Queen Charlotte Sound.  This town was settled by early 19th century whalers and is now a bustling seaport surrounded by … Continue reading →

February 18, 2017 Noumea is the capital of New Caledonia.  25% of the total nickel reserves in the world are mined here which has dramatically increased their GNP. There isn’t too much tourism and there is a wide gap between … Continue reading →

February 14, 2017 I am writing this on February 15 and we are now 18 hours ahead of Eastern time.  Confusing to say the least! Our excursion yesterday in Lautoka was a trip on an old wooden sailboat to a … Continue reading →

February 13, 2017 First of all, happy birthday to my sister Deb.  Even though it is still the 12th where you live, have been thinking of you all day! They have a very active trivia presence on the ship.  We … Continue reading →

February 7, 2017 Before leaving Papeete, we had a wonderful Polynesian show on board.  The drummers, singers and dancers were exceptional and our friends saved seats in the front row so my pictures are much better than the last show. … Continue reading →

February 5, 2017 This place is quite unique.  It is a string of coral encircling a turquoise and jade lagoon.  It is quite different from Nuku Hiva which is volcanic.  Here the beaches are white coral beaches.  This is known … Continue reading →