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Sailing the Bermuda Triangle – Oh My!!

Posted on November 8, 2024 by kcbernick

Thursday, November 7, 2024 We entered the seas of the Bermuda Triangle early today. Will we ever be heard from again? According to Monday’s speaker, Ed Sobey, we have nothing to worry about. I’m inclined to agree. We are sailing … Continue reading →

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St. Augustine, Florida

Posted on November 6, 2024 by kcbernick

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 It’s election day! So glad we took care of that before we left on this cruise. Early voting has proven to be a boon to many of us. We arrived at the port in Jacksonville early … Continue reading →

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Another Serenity Day at Sea

Posted on November 5, 2024 by kcbernick

Monday, November 4, 2024 We are cruising from Norfolk to Jacksonville today. It looks like it’s raining toward land, but our weather today is mild and windy, with a little rain interspersed with sunshine. Continuing Crystal’s tradition, there are several … Continue reading →

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Norfolk, Virginia

Posted on November 4, 2024 by kcbernick

Sunday, November 3, 2024 On a previous visit to Norfolk, we toured the USS Wisconsin and spent some time in Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown. Since our time here is relatively short, we stayed close to port. The Pagoda & … Continue reading →

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The Ghost Army and Deception in WWII

Posted on November 2, 2024 by kcbernick

Friday, November 1, 2024 We cruised today toward New York City. We always enjoy a sea day, a time to relax and catch up, get a massage, walk the Promenade Deck (although it was too windy for that today), watch … 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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Athens, Greece

Posted on May 5, 2024 by kcbernick

Friday, May 3, 2024 Our Celestyal Cruise ended today, and our flight home is tomorrow, so we took a private tour to the Acropolis. Today is Good Friday in Athens, a holy day for many residents, so the downtown and … Continue reading →

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Heraklion, Crete and back to Santorini!

Posted on May 4, 2024 by kcbernick

Thursday, May 2, 2024 Heraklion (Iraklio in Greek) is the largest city and principal port of Crete, and sits just northwest of the ancient Minoan capital of Knossos. The town’s name has changed a few times over the years: Heracleum … Continue reading →

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Rhodes, Greece

Posted on May 3, 2024 by kcbernick

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 Rhodes was home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World – the Colossus of Rhodes. Constructed in 280 BC, after Rhodes successfully fought off an attack by Macedonia, it was said to be … Continue reading →

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Kuşadası, Turkey and Patmos, Greece

Posted on May 2, 2024 by kcbernick

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 When we last visited Kusadasi, we spent the day exploring the ruins in Ephesus, so this time, we decided to stay close to the ship. A popular resort community, people have lived in this area for … Continue reading →

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