Luanda, Angola, Dec. 14
For anyone used to cruising in Europe or the Caribbean, West African ports are an eye-opener: noisier, smellier, messier, and … Continue reading Luanda, Angola, Dec. 14
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Favaios, Oct. 22
Today began with the most magnificent sunrise I’ve ever seen, but the sun quickly exited stage left and gray skies … Continue reading Favaios, Oct. 22
Salamanca, Oct. 21
Today we ventured into Portugal’s frenemy, Spain. Portugal seems to have something of an inferiority complex, being the older but … Continue reading Salamanca, Oct. 21
Barca D’Alva, Oct. 20
There are more locks on the Douro than remain on my head, and they’re certainly longer. This morning we passed … Continue reading Barca D’Alva, Oct. 20
Lisbon, Day 3: Oct. 17
So now I understand why pastéis de nata are such a big deal here: these custard tarts, the de facto … Continue reading Lisbon, Day 3: Oct. 17
Lisbon, Day 2: Oct. 16
Before writing about today, I wanted to take a moment to comment on the sibilant, sensuous Portuguese language. On paper … Continue reading Lisbon, Day 2: Oct. 16
Lisbon, Day 1 (Oct. 15)
As an ardent fan of Viking river cruises, I’m in Portugal, with a cruise on the Douro coming up next … Continue reading Lisbon, Day 1 (Oct. 15)
Feb. 6: Marguerite Bay and Stonington Island
I woke this morning to an Oreo cookie of slate-grey water, creamy white snow, and steel-gray skies. (Note 1: there … Continue reading Feb. 6: Marguerite Bay and Stonington Island
Feb. 5: Crossing the Antarctic Circle
At 10:35 this morning we crossed the Antarctic Circle, becoming official members of the “Red Nose Club.” To mark the … Continue reading Feb. 5: Crossing the Antarctic Circle
Feb. 3 and 4: Navigating the Drake Passage
At an information session last night, the expedition leader said to expect a bumpy night and lots of bouncing around … Continue reading Feb. 3 and 4: Navigating the Drake Passage
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