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10/06/2026

Beijing is the vibrant capital of China and the world’s most populous national capital, home to over 22 million residents. It blends a rich imperial history spanning over 3,000 years with ultra-modern innovation, serving as the nation’s political, cultural, and educational heart.

Our first stop here, Tiananmen Square, is a massive public plaza in the center of Beijing, China, located at the southern entrance of the Forbidden City. Built in 1651, it is one of the largest city squares in the world, and is globally known as the site of the 1989 pro-democracy protests and military crackdown. The square is a heavily symbolic space designed for mass gatherings and national pride. The Tiananmen Gate, located at the northern end, translates to the “Gate of Heavenly Peace”. Monument to the People’s Heroes is an obelisk in the center of the square dedicated to martyrs of the Chinese revolutionary struggles. Mao Zedong Memorial Hall is where the preserved body of the founding father of the People’s Republic of China is held in state. The Great Hall of the People & National Museum of China flank the square to the west and east, respectively.

The Forbidden City in Beijing, China, is the world’s largest imperial palace complex, serving as the political center and royal residence for 24 Ming and Qing dynasty emperors for over 500 years. It is renowned for its unparalleled scale, architectural symbolism, and immense collection of cultural artifacts. To be honest, since it has been months since I’ve done an excursion, these two wore me out a bit, especially after lack of sleep. Following a delightful lunch of Peking Duck, dumplings, and much more, I decided to sit out the last stop, the Temple of Heaven, a massive 15th-century imperial complex, sacred site where emperors prayed to heaven for bountiful harvests.

07/06/2026

Well I had the nicest surprise last night, and I am not easily surprised! I went to join a friend for dinner and was greeted by two big tables of friends who gathered to celebrate my healing progress. I was so very touched, and am so grateful to know so many caring, helpful, really good people in my ship community. We had fun conversation, a delicious meal, and a fabulous cake, for a truly lovely evening. I truly could not have done it without my friends, and cannot thank them enough for all of the time and love I’ve been given. My heart is full. Next adventure is a group of six of us get off the ship tomorrow in Manila to head to China. We are very excited, and I’m just going to hope for the best and do as much as I can possibly manage, so send good vibes! I may not be able to update while there, but will do so as soon as I can!

05/06/2026

Coron is a premier tropical destination in northern Palawan, Philippines. Famous for world-class wreck diving, dramatic limestone cliffs, and crystalline freshwater lakes, the area is divided into Coron Town (the bustling hub on Busuanga Island) and Coron Island (the indigenous reserve renowned for its pristine natural beauty). I am walking but having a lot of pain in my left knee, adjusting to being weight bearing again. We went into town a couple of times, for lunch, the ER (trying unsuccessfully to get a cortisone injection), and the pharmacy. Fun times haha. I actually enjoyed seeing the local scenery of town, but it was very difficult to take pictures from the tuktuks. The tuktuk is also known as a tricycle, and is a colorful, modified motorcycle with attached passenger sidecar, which is really the only way to get around for shorter distances here.

27/04/2026

The SAKA Museum, located within AYANA Bali in Jimbaran showcases Balinese Hindu heritage, art, and philosophy. Recognized by TIME as one of the “World’s Greatest Places 2024”, it features immersive, modern exhibitions focused on the Balinese calendar, Nyepi (Day of Silence), and traditional arts like ogoh-ogoh. Ogoh-ogoh are large statues crafted from papier-mâché, bamboo, and styrofoam, paraded in Bali on the eve of Nyepi. Ogoh-ogoh represent evil spirits, negative energies, and mythical creatures (Bhuta Kala), symbolizing the purification of nature and the elimination of evil forces before the new year. Nyepi is the Balinese Day of Silence, marking the Saka New Year through 24 hours of self-reflection, fasting, and total stillness from 6 a.m. to 6 a.m. the following day; the entire island shuts down; lights are off, transport stops, the airport closes, and everyone stays indoors to maintain peace and balance..

The museum was lovely and accessible. After we perused the museum, we chose one of the many Ayana resort restaurants for a very nice lunch near the water. We have been goin to PT every week day, so it was great to get out for a while on the weekend.

20/04/2026

Bali is a renowned Indonesian province and island—often called the “Island of the Gods”—famous for its unique Hindu culture, stunning beaches, and volcanic landscapes. I finally got to see some more of it, as on Sunday we hired a driver, Rudi, to take us to some accessible spots for a full day. We started at a shop in Batubulan where they make and sell batik. Bali batik is a vibrant textile art form blending traditional Indonesian wax-resist techniques with Balinese cultural motifs, such as nature, mythology, and temple life, often featuring bright colors. Next we went to Batuan Temple, a historic Hindu temple in Batuan Village near Ubud, founded in 1020 AD. It features intricate, traditional Balinese red-brick architecture, detailed carvings, and split gates, and is a renowned, active cultural site for worship and art. Next was a fun stop at the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud, a nature reserve home to over 1260 Balinese long-tailed macaques, focused on animal welfare and spiritual significance. Our last tour stop was the Mason Elephant Park & Lodgein Taro, North Ubud. This is Bali’s elephant rescue facility, home to a rescued herd of endangered Sumatran elephants that offers a landscaped environment designed to simulate their natural habitat. The park was established to save elephants from deforestation and poor conditions in government camps in Sumatra. It was a long but wonderful day, and I’m so grateful I could get out and around to see some sights of Bali.

18/04/2026

Greetings from Bali! Our ship had some itinerary changes to increase our ability to obtain fuel, and that gave me an opportunity. I got off the ship for two weeks, accompanied by my good friend Marcia, to re-embark when the ship returns to Bali. I am grateful to have found a decent hotel with very reasonable price! This time ashore gives me the ability to do some much needed physical therapy, with a therapist named Queen. We started at a different location, but it had steps at the entrance, which was very difficult to manage. I have been doing PT daily on weekdays, and then do my own work plus some work with Marcia’s assistance a few times a day. On our first full day we met up with Michael for a nice lunch and then a walk along the boardwalk, and yesterday we went to another nice beach resort for lunch. Then Marcia got her teeth cleaned but I couldn’t go because it is not accessible. Last night our hotel had a bbq outside, with some live music and then Bali dancers. Today Marcia is having a spa day, but again I couldn’t go because it is not accessible. This adventure sure has opened my eyes to the difficulties of being in a wheelchair, and I am so grateful that this is temporary for me. Though I have a long way to go yet, I am making some progress. And what a lovely place to do the work!

08/03/2026

The saga continues. After my ankle surgery, I was getting around in my cabin with crutches pretty well. Then one evening the ship movement threw me off balance and I had another fall. This time I broke my wrist, believe it or not 🤦🏻‍♀️ Alexis arrived on Feb 26 and met me to go to the ER in Tauranga. They reset my arm and put me in a cast, said I needed surgery but it could be a wait of several days, so we decided to return to the ship and try to schedule surgery for Wellington. Well, if we could’ve foreseen the future we would’ve stayed put, as a number of port days got cancelled. Finally on March 1 the ship returned to Tauranga to pick up stranded residents, and we got off the ship at 1:00 AM and headed back to the ER. A wonderful friend Robin went along with Alexis and I, which was a huge help. We were in ER for about12 hours until told I might be able to get surgery the next day, went to a hotel, and did finally get surgery late the next afternoon. The next morning had several conversations to convince people I should be discharged by 10, then another round at the airport, convincing them I was ok to fly, and, we did make it aboard before the ship left port. For Alexis’s birthday on March 5, I was able to get off the ship in Lyttleton, where she and I and my aunt Elfie met up with her son, my cousin Chris, and his wife Victoria and had a lovely day seeing Christchurch. It was so nice to get out, but it is so much work for crew and my companions, I will stay put now. Alexis was supposed to fly out of Bluff on March 10 but that port was cancelled so we had to change her flight; she will have to leave the ship today and will stay in Dunedin two nights to fly out of there on the 10th instead. It has been a blessing to have Alexis here, so glad we could celebrate her birthday with me, and glad she was able to see some sights!

$On Feb 8 I had a fall in the ship’s restaurant and fractured my ankle. On arrival in Cairns the next morning I was carri...$

23/02/2026

On Feb 8 I had a fall in the ship’s restaurant and fractured my ankle. On arrival in Cairns the next morning I was carried off the ship down the stairs to the pier in an evacuation chair by four crew members, and was then taken by ambulance to Cairns Hospital ER to get new X-rays. There I was told I would be referred to an orthopedic clinic in about 5-7 days to see if I needed surgery. The idea of staying in a hotel by myself for that long and then having to fly to the next port was overwhelming. I decided to stay on the ship till Sydney, with the hope of getting in right away on Feb 18 and be back on the ship by the 20th. The ship med dept and port agent set me up to go to a walk in clinic on the 18th. I got more X-rays and CT, with final decision for surgery. I was admitted to Macquarie Hospital about 11:00 PM and was picked up for surgery about 3:00 on the 19th. The morning of the 20th the hospital said I needed to have an accessible room for release, but the ship said that was not possible. I said “I am not staying in Sydney for six weeks!” and after awhile the ship did find me an accessible cabin, and a friend agreed to help me as needed. So, I was released, and got back on the ship by about 3:30 PM, before the 5:00 all aboard. Whew! So now six weeks fully non weight bearing, then the following six weeks working my way back to weight bearing. Alexis comes to visit on the 26th, so I’m sad I won’t be able to do much with her, but will do what I can and otherwise just want her to have fun. All’s well that ends well, right?

03/02/2026

Vanuatu (pronounced vah-noo-AH-too) is a South Pacific island nation located about 1,750 km east of Australia. Known for its volcanic activity and rich Melanesian culture, it gained independence in 1980 from joint British-French rule. (Melanesia is a subregion of Oceania in the southwestern Pacific, comprising Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Fiji, and New Caledonia).

Some trivia about Vanuatu:
* Cannibalism was still practiced into the 1880s, but effectively ceased with stronger colonial control in the early 1900s.
* The Yaohnanen tribe on Tanna Island in Vanuatu worships Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, believing him to be a divine, pale-skinned son of a mountain spirit who traveled to England.
* Vanuatu, specifically Pentecost Island, is the birthplace of the ancient ritual of “land diving”, which directly inspired modern bungee jumping.
* It’s the fourth happiest country in the world.
* Vanuatu is home to one of the world’s most sought after dive sites.
* Mount Yasur, located on Tanna Island in Vanuatu, is widely considered the world’s most accessible active volcano, featuring near-constant Strombolian activity.

Port Vila, located on Efate Island, is the compact capital and economic hub of Vanuatu. On a natural harbor, it serves as the nation’s primary international gateway, and offers a mix of duty-free shopping, and access to snorkeling, waterfalls, and cultural tours.

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