Frequent X'er Does Exotic Hal To The Amazon

[tuggers]

Morning All!

Today starts my journey with the trip from my home to Jax where I will spend the night at the Airport Holiday Inn. This hotel with the new terrific beds allows you to leave your car for as long as you are gone on your trip for just staying one precruise night! I have stayed at this hotel when the Park and Fly was as low as $68 per night. This trip, getting on to summer, the cost is $102.

Still a great bargain when you consider the cost of even off site airport parking. No free breakfast but they do have a free airport shuttle, both ways. The restaurant is not bad for dinner. Never tried it for breakfast. There is a Dunkin Doughnuts just a short walk across the parking lot.

Those of you that know me, know I am a horrible last minute packer. Got up at 5 am to START! I am now about half done and will be leaving around 1 PM to miss the traffic.

I will be posting a live report here from the ship detailing the cruise with special emphasis on the Amazon portion. I am looking forward to what I consider to be a trip of a lifetime, a 25 night HAL cruise on the small ship (750 passengers) Prinsendam.

More to come!:D

[seasill]

Yeah Tuggers!!

 

Have a great sailing, we'll be anxiously looking for your reports! We're excited for you...

 

C & R

[joelmarj]

Wow, mis-read your title. Though you were an Exotic X-er cruising the Amazon:D

 

Seriously, have a wonderful time. I'm looking forward to your journal. Safe travels! NOW GO FINISH PACKING!

[elsje]

Hi Gail ~ Wishing you a wonderful sailing to the Amazones. A long time ago we lived in Brazil (Sao Paulo) but never made it to the Amazones. May be some day. Have fun ~ Els

[seagulls]

Bon Voyage Gail I hope that you have a wonderful time!

Jean

[Ma Bell]

Gail,

 

Have a wonderful trip. Take care!

 

Joan:)

[wv4891]

Is it too late to volunteer to carry your shoe bags onboard???:)

[greeneg]

Have a great trip, Gail. Take lots of pictures and stay away from snakes, crocs, and piranhas.

[mountainmare]

I can hardly wait--I've been so sad that Ides of March finished the World tour--thank you for taking us on along.

[SheilaNC]

Look forward to your wonderful travelogues. This is a trip we are considering so I'm especially eager to read your reports. Have a blast and stay away from Amazon animal life.... :)

[etoile]

I saw that fabulous HAL trip and longed to book it - so glad somebody will be there to give us a report!

[Andy]

Hi Gail !

 

Have a great time. Please keep us posted.

[teedee]

I hope you have a wonderful cruise. You certainly deserve it! I can't wait to read your reports.

 

Terri

[C 2 C]

Gail have a wonderful cruise.

 

I could never understand anyone who wanted to go to a place with 85 degree temperatures and 100% humidity but enjoy the trip.. and the air conditioning.

 

It will be nice to read your comparison between the two lines.