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“Cap’n Dick where be we?” “Arrh! Bay o Biscay, ye sodden bilge rat.” “Awwk! Pieces ‘o’ pate.” Early morning start for the first day of the Death March.Packs loaded with drinkable yogurt, tons of water. No rain so no rain … Continue reading →

Sevilla 4 Rumors of a beached ship on the Guadalquivir. Wood shards. Sounds of drunken brawls. Last day before the Death March, I mean pilgrimage, commences. Mostly a rest, planning and repacking day planned today. Excellent gelato at a confituria. … Continue reading →

During breakfast we overheard a conversation about pirate sightings. Could not get the details; language was one we are unfamiliar with. Question for this sacking adventure likely to be “What do you think of President Biden?” To date: -Unclear, Afghanistan … Continue reading →

It is possible that we are being followed! The marooned crew of the pirate ship Jolly Parrot; they had some tough times. We have a feeling that we will be hearing a lot more about them. Rumor has it that … Continue reading →

The local pilgrim authorities have alerted us that there may be Pirates in the area. We are advised to take heed and protect our doubloons and especially our snacks as the suspected group is both drunk and hungry. The alert … Continue reading →

Hopefully only one….. Yesterday the first blog of the trip was posted but: 1. some did not get it 2. some could not use comments; password issue Item 1 ——— Should be resolved with this posting. If you did not … Continue reading →

As a friend recently said: “it is the journey not the destination” For the followers we have neglected to keep up with during Covid Times a late apology. To the newly following this is a short intro and test draft. … Continue reading →

Wednesday mid day arrival. First stop Jurong bird park. QB looking forward to this attraction. Have been discussing this park with QB for many years, since my visits to Singapore. First stop after getting off the boat. Taxi ride to … Continue reading →

Monday, late morning tendering at the tropical beach/jungle Ko Samui. Our last port excursion. Dinner last evening was a Thai buffet. Highlight, for me, was the fruit. Star fruit, jack fruit, dragon fruit, papaya, pomelo, passion fruit, juju, guava…… Most … Continue reading →