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The Sleeping Sharks of the Yucatan

Posted on June 2, 2023 by Kiki

When I was a kid, we watched Jacques Cousteau faithfully in my house. My dad was a diver, and we all snorkeled off of Catalina frequently. I still remember an episode from 1975, when I was 9 years old, where they … Continue reading →

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Symphony of the Seas: Excursion in Bacalar

Posted on May 30, 2023 by Kiki

Fed by an underground cenote, this lagoon’s waterways seperate into seven or more shades of blue. Although called the Lake of Seven Colors, with a sandy bottom and warm water for swimming, it is a series of passages that lead … Continue reading →

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Symphony of the Seas: Hooked Seafood

Posted on May 22, 2023 by Kiki

For one of my lunches with the meal plan, I chose Hooked Seafood. They had a huge oyster bar, with a friendly man busily shucking. Even though I don’t usually eat oysters, I’m a fan of the aesthetic. I liked … Continue reading →

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Symphony of the Seas: Wonderland

Posted on May 16, 2023 by Kiki

I had purchased the meal package that allows you to dine in one of the themed restaurants every night and have lunch on days at sea. The first restaurant I chose was “Wonderland” because I am really into Alice in … Continue reading →

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Cruise: Symphony of the Seas

Posted on April 14, 2023 by Kiki

Symphony of the Seas is a GIGANTIC ship! It holds the title of being one of the world’s biggest and cruise ships. It has a total length of 1,188 feet, holding up to 5,400 passengers and 2,394 crew members. There are … Continue reading →

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One Bitchin’ Boat

Posted on October 5, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

I recently went on a cruise to Mexico. The ship was gorgeous. Upon first embarking, we were greeting by huge glass sculptures reminiscent of Chihuly. Share on Facebook

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Cruise: Ensenada Blows

Posted on December 6, 2009 by Kiki Maraschino

Our second and final harbour was Ensenada, Mexico. It was a short cruise. Some people were still afraid of the swine flu and stayed on board, which didn’t really protect them because the rest of us could bring it back … Continue reading →

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Cruisin for Insomniacs

Posted on December 2, 2009 by Kiki Maraschino

Not only am I a total insomniac, but my room-mate snored. So I often was up wandering the deck in the wee hours. There were not the midnight buffets of my fantasies, but there was still a bit of adventure. … Continue reading →

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Cruisin: Catalina

Posted on November 30, 2009 by Kiki Maraschino

Our first port was Catalina Island. You have already heard me wax poetic about the island’s pleasures. Dating of the construction of the Green Pleasure Pier Pier varies by several sources. Here’s what they say: 1) Pier Green or the … Continue reading →

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Day 11 On the Road to Talkeetna

Posted on August 26, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

Day 11 we woke up in Denali State Park, and Ralph and Mary Anne set off on their white water rafting adventure. It was tempting, but I didn’t want to be a 3rd wheel and I think I prefer warmer … Continue reading →

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Alaska Day 10: Puppies!

Posted on August 24, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

Today everyone got up at 6am to take an 8-hour bus tour around Denali national park. The pod seemed put out that I chose not to join them. But in the last week I have seen beautiful sights from an … Continue reading →

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Alaska Day 9: I Hear the Train a’comin

Posted on August 23, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

Today we disembarked and began the second leg of our trip: the land portion. I LOVE traveling; I will pretty much go on any trip without asking too many questions. I wanted to leave a little mystery to this journey, … Continue reading →

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Alaska Day 8 Sunday: Fjord, Shmord

Posted on August 21, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

Sunday we cruised through the fjords. Everything was gorgeous. It almost got to be too much. How much beauty can you really take? How much stunning but endless (and deadly) ice can you stare at, day, after day? How long … Continue reading →

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Alaska Day 7 Saturday: Glacier Bay

Posted on August 20, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

As with the other “days a sea” I had pre-booked a spa treatment – bad move. As we cruised through majestic glaciers, the naturalist’s voice boomed out over the loudspeaker, “…and there’s another whale!” I perked up from the massage … Continue reading →

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Alaska Day 6 Friday: Skagway – Back on the Train Gang

Posted on August 19, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

Day six we disembarked in Skagway, a town founded by prospectors, conmen and prostitutes. The main attraction these days is the White Point Railway. whose “golden spike” was hammered in 1900. At one point it helped prospectors carry supplies into … Continue reading →

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