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About kcbernick

I love to travel.

Sea Days

Posted on January 28, 2014 by kcbernick

Friday, January 24 A good day for napping. Mark attended a lecture on “leadership Under Fire” by General Nick Halley. Went to a show tonight. Karen Grainger bills herself as a vocal impressionist. She performed as Cher, Celine Dion, Dolly … Continue reading →

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Paradise and High Seas

Posted on January 27, 2014 by kcbernick

Thursday, January 23 Arrived at Rarotonga this morning. Seas are choppy, it was low tide, and we were using tenders again. Cruise staff suggested that those people who are not steady on their feet wait until later in the day … Continue reading →

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Sailing Adventures

Posted on January 27, 2014 by kcbernick

Wednesday, January 22 This was a day at sea. After meeting Dr. Jay, we decided to attend his lecture this morning. His topic was “The Great Migration – Who are the Polynesians? Where did They Come From?” He talked about … Continue reading →

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We’re All Shook Up!

Posted on January 27, 2014 by kcbernick

Tuesday, January 21 We cruised overnight to Bora Bora, which translates to “first born of the silent paddle.” The ship has to set anchor away from shore as the water is too shallow at the docks. Passengers are tendered from … Continue reading →

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It Feels Like We’re Going in Circles

Posted on January 27, 2014 by kcbernick

Sunday, January 19 Our flight was at 9am this morning. We drove down to Ian’s house, and he gave us a ride to the airport. This leg of the flight was uneventful, and we arrived at LAX with time to … Continue reading →

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UP in Michigan

Posted on October 3, 2013 by kcbernick

So I wasn’t planning to post anything about our recent trip to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, but my son was offended. Was he not worthy of a post? At what point do our children stop trying to make us … Continue reading →

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Everyone’s in Town!

Posted on September 25, 2013 by kcbernick

Saturday, September 21 Feet still aching, but not willing to waste our last morning in NYC, we headed out right after breakfast. Our first stop was Bryant Park. This park is used for many community events, with daily schedules posted … Continue reading →

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Liberty

Posted on September 24, 2013 by kcbernick

Friday, September 20 Another early day, as we head to the Statue of Liberty this morning. We had studied the subway lines yesterday, and got our ticket so we were ready to ride. You can get around much faster on … Continue reading →

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A beautiful day in the neighborhoods

Posted on September 24, 2013 by kcbernick

Thursday, September 19 We were up early today, because we have a lot of territory to cover. We’ve been making use of the GrayLine Hop On Hop Off buses to many of our destinations. Our first stop was at Central … Continue reading →

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Empire and Phantom

Posted on September 24, 2013 by kcbernick

Wednesday, September 18 We started with the Empire State Building. We had the good sense to purchase Express Tickets, which is kind of like flying First Class. We got to go to the head of the line to pick up … Continue reading →

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