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Beautiful!

Thanks for the info on Fifth Flights. And, not to overstep, but maybe choose a different movie 😜

Whisper has a cruise ending in Athens on April 6th; her next cruise shows leaving Civitavecchia on May 10th. So it's a month for the the renovation/dry dock. There is a little information on intended changes on the thread mentioned above.

Assuming I could face the cold, the thought of the rope coming adrift definitely guarantees I'd never do a polar plunge 🤪 @twangster I agree your photos are fabulous!

Just catching up with the last couple of days. The Paradise Grand looks lovely! I agree those "banquet" tables would awkward. I am glad your cruise went well; I hope you will post a bit about your time in Hong Kong.

Like you I am a planner. Just a couple hours ago I was discussing a cruise for early 2026 with a friend I have recently gotten interest in cruising. Her philosophy is: "Just tell me when to be ready;" thus, the details are all mine. I often sail solo so I am leaning into Silversea more and more bc they are all inclusive, including tours, which keeps me from worrying about those who might ghost on group tours (even if I didn't actually arrange it). In places were I feel comfortable I can just DIY and not deal with group dynamics. It's brave for you to build up groups.

I would have reacted the same way -- I have reacted the same way! If it's just me then I can sit back, but when responsible for others the formula changes and I feel like I "have to do something." I am impressed by your willingness (and skill) in creating tours with strangers. I have only do so with friends; I don't know that I would take it on with strangers.

I am sorry you had such an ordeal getting off the ship, but glad you were still able to enjoy the day. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.

Please don't apologize for your photos: scenes of everyday life are always interesting; especially when taken with your great eye. I hope you make it into Nha Trang 🤞

Lovely photos !

Thanks for the quick reply. I can just imagine how much easier it makes life, so taking notes for the any future WC 🤞

@mysty Thanks for the photos. Regarding the extra storage over the tub: I'm guessing you requested that in advance, or did you wait until you were onboard?

Thanks for the quick reply, it does help.

@ronrick1943 Thanks for the info on LaDame. One question: Do they offer to pair each course with included wines? I know (believe) there is an additional charge for a formal wine pairing with the meal so I am asking about the included wines.

You make an excellent point about the decision to cancel a port. It's easy for passengers to get caught up in disappointment, forgetting the captain has to be sure to get passengers into the port and out again hours later. Best to be safe.

Wow! I usually skip dessert, but I think this requires an exception 😋

As always I am impressed by your ability to accomplish so much in a single day. Loving the photos, too!

Jim -- Thanks for taking us all along on another adventure. I hope you and Iain arrive home safely.

Lovely photos of the mountains!

Glad you are adjusting to the time change.

Lovely photos!

Thanks.

When you paid the taxi via Apple pay, was there an option to use a credit card directly?

I did a 16 hour flight to Delhi earlier this year. It really is disorienting when you wake up mid-flight. I want to think on landing time, but then I want to know how long I slept too. I hope the rest of your flight is uneventful. 😀

I am so glad to catch this thread at the start! Enjoy your trip 😀