Monthly Archives: October 2024

Boston

Posted on October 31, 2024 by kcbernick

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 We’ve been to Boston before, and have already experienced some of the main attractions: The Freedom Trail, Faneuil Hall, USS Constitution, Bunker Hill, etc. We even had drinks at the Bull & Finch Pub, whose exterior … Continue reading →

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Cruising on Serenity

Posted on October 30, 2024 by kcbernick

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 No, that’s not the same Serenity from the movie, and short-lived TV series: Firefly. There is no “Captain Tightpants” on board this ship. The few of you who ever saw the series will know what I’m … Continue reading →

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St. Lawrence Seaway with Gloria Gaynor

Posted on October 29, 2024 by kcbernick

Monday, October 28, 2024 Sea Day The St. Lawrence River, also known as Highway H20 in Canada, originates from Lake Ontario and flows about 750 miles to the Atlantic Ocean. Attempts to deepen and extend the river began as early … Continue reading →

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Montmorency Falls and Ile d’Orléans

Posted on October 28, 2024 by kcbernick

Sunday, October 27, 2024 We had signed up for a tour to Montmorency Falls and Ile d’Orléans (Island of Orleans), but learned yesterday that it had been cancelled since too few people had signed up for it. We were disappointed, … Continue reading →

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Crystal Serenity

Posted on October 27, 2024 by kcbernick

Saturday, October 26 It’s been several years since we cruised on a Crystal ship. We had come to appreciate the cruise line for its comfort and outstanding service, so were very disappointed when they declared bankruptcy during the height of … Continue reading →

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Quebec City, Quebec

Posted on October 26, 2024 by kcbernick

Friday, October 25, 2024 We flew into Quebec City today, leaving home at 4am, with a layover in Toronto (where it was raining) and arriving here just before 5pm. Québec City was founded on July 3, 1608 by the French … Continue reading →

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