sevenseassailor Posted February 13, 2010 #1 Share Posted February 13, 2010 We left Cairns, Australia, yesterday and are at sea enroute to Thursday Island, our next "scheduled" port. Captain Dag made a PA at noon saying one of the four diesel engines had to be shutdown for repairs. Said because of reduced speed we would not call on Thursday Island and were now on a course for Darwin, Australia. We were only to be on Thursday Island for 5 hours anyway so no big deal. Funny thing is he did not mention this during his daily 9am PA so I assume it happened after that. When I got up this morning TV channel 3 said we were making 17 knots and are still making 17 knots now. Makes me feel he just did not want to stop there. I really don't care one way or the other. This is our first WC and we are having a blast. The crew is absolutely incredible. Food is way beyond my expectations as is entertainment. If you are interested I am doing a blog post every day and lots of pictures. By the way, Capt Dag said engine should be back online later today. www.weilerworldcruise2010.blogspot.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrpingtonT Posted February 13, 2010 #2 Share Posted February 13, 2010 The crew is absolutely incredible. Food is way beyond my expectations as is entertainment. If you are interested I am doing a blog post every day and lots of pictures. In view of some comments recently, that is good to hear. I am enjoying your blog and the photos very much and I really appreciate you (and Larry) taking up so much time to keep us informed. It sounds a wonderful cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neviboy Posted February 13, 2010 #3 Share Posted February 13, 2010 We had the same 'breakdown' on our Dec. cruise and had to skip Antigua. We sailed at 17 knots and maintained schedule. Was it the same engine, I wonder ? Or are they taking turns ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WC11 Posted February 13, 2010 #4 Share Posted February 13, 2010 We are making 15 knots now as we head for the Northern tip of the peninsula where Thursday Island is. That's pretty fast for the narrow channel we are in right now as there buoys off the starboard side are right close. Whatever it was they seem to have got it fixed as we have been running at this speed all day. At least every time I've checked. The Ship's GPS show us right off the coast.I have not heard any updates but I think all is well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travelcat2 Posted February 13, 2010 #5 Share Posted February 13, 2010 Did Capt. Dag indicate how long the engine would be shut down? Happy to hear how much you are enjoying your cruise on our favorite ship. We are really enjoying your blog -- look forward to them:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sable1 Posted February 13, 2010 #6 Share Posted February 13, 2010 Docked at Thursday Island in 2008. In my opinion you are absolutely not missing a thing. Don't know why ships dock there. Woould have been better on our cruise to spend more time in one of the other Australian cities. Enjoying reading your blog. Joanne, the chocoholic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrpingtonT Posted February 13, 2010 #7 Share Posted February 13, 2010 We are really enjoying your blog -- look forward to them:) Enjoying reading your blog. Joanne, the chocoholic Forgive me, but I have been following with great pleasure the blogs of Larry and sevenseassailor. Could anyone give me the link to the blog referred to in Travelcat's and Sable's posts above, presumably written by WC11. Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzndiz Posted February 14, 2010 #8 Share Posted February 14, 2010 Forgive me, but I have been following with great pleasure the blogs of Larry and sevenseassailor. Could anyone give me the link to the blog referred to in Travelcat's and Sable's posts above, presumably written by WC11. Thanks in advance. Orpington I think Larry (and Karen) is WC11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWaywardTraveler Posted February 14, 2010 #9 Share Posted February 14, 2010 Hi Cruzndiz - Larry and Karen are Larry1365 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
journeyfan Posted February 14, 2010 #10 Share Posted February 14, 2010 I think WC11 is someone named Warren, not Larry. Larry's blog is http://2010voyagerworldcruise.shutterfly.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzndiz Posted February 14, 2010 #11 Share Posted February 14, 2010 oops, that's right :p I follow so many of the Regent passenger blogs it's hard to keep track! Thanks for setting me straight :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WC11 Posted February 14, 2010 #12 Share Posted February 14, 2010 Everyone is doing it, it's a very well covered trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevenseassailor Posted February 14, 2010 Author #13 Share Posted February 14, 2010 Was napping and noticed increase in vibration (yes, we are deck 6 aft) about 5pm here so looked at Ch 3 and our speed was up to 18 kts again so guess engine is back on line. Treating my Valentine in Prime 7 tonight so better get ready for cocktails in Observation Lounge. Caviar just showed up. Hey, someone has to do this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrpingtonT Posted February 14, 2010 #14 Share Posted February 14, 2010 Treating my Valentine in Prime 7 tonight so better get ready for cocktails in Observation Lounge. And hang the expense !! :):):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WC11 Posted February 14, 2010 #15 Share Posted February 14, 2010 Sunday is Caviar Day here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevenseassailor Posted February 26, 2010 Author #16 Share Posted February 26, 2010 Delayed two hours departing Singapore today with another engine problem! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrvlcruiser Posted February 26, 2010 #17 Share Posted February 26, 2010 Today's issue was related to the anchor . . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WC11 Posted February 26, 2010 #18 Share Posted February 26, 2010 Well the stories abound on what happened with the passports and all, but we are moving now. Who cares, what a great day in Singapore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BENZ2010 Posted March 1, 2010 #19 Share Posted March 1, 2010 Rick-enjoy your blog;hope Rebecca is feeling better. We will join you in Hong Kong. Larry and I were in the Pentagon across the hall from each other in the mid 80's. Look froward to meeting him and Karen and you two. Your blogs have been very helpful as well as interesting. John and Gail Cady . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulaJK Posted March 1, 2010 #20 Share Posted March 1, 2010 Like you John & Gail, we have been enjoying both Richard/Rebaecca's blog and Larry/Karen's blog.......and we will be joining the ship in HongKong. Should be a fun time! Paula & Charles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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