Monthly Archives: December 2013

Up at dawn so we can see the sunrise at the Taj. When we arrive there are 4 long lines – one for foreign women, one for local women, one for foreign men and one for local men. For once … Continue reading →

After getting checked by the Indian authorities on the ship we were on our bus to the airport in Mumbai. In order to drive in India you need 3 things – a good horn, good brakes and good luck. We … Continue reading →

We had a surprise when we started on our 2 sea days – a drill in case of pirate attacks! This was news. I didn’t think the pirates came into this area. At night we are to ensure no lights … Continue reading →

What a beautiful sight when we awoke. We were looking at a beautiful coastline. Rugged mountains provided a dramatic backdrop to a collection of white buildings and a fort sitting on a rock in the harbour. Muscat is a new … Continue reading →

We arrived at our ship in Dubai at 1:30 a.m. Dec. 9 after a 24 hour trip from home. Then up and on our excursions by 8:45 the same morning. Gary went for a trip in the dessert over sand … Continue reading →