NorbertsNiece
@norbertsniece.bsky.social
I'm into #travel. This will be all about my attempt to see the world one #cruise at a time with occasional forays into other subjects.... I'm a wanderer!!!
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NorbertsNiece
@norbertsniece.bsky.social
· Nov 16
I've cruised with RCL, Celebrity, Ambassador, Princess, CMV and Saga. Don't think any of them are here yet.... some doppelgangers perhaps. Have blogged on FB and Cruise Critic.
#travel #cruise #blog #allinclusive
#travel #cruise #blog #allinclusive
Workout with Mr Motivator on board Saga Spirit of Discovery
#keepfit
#motivated
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
#keepfit
#motivated
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
January 7, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Workout with Mr Motivator on board Saga Spirit of Discovery
#keepfit
#motivated
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
#keepfit
#motivated
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
Day 2/49
Finally at sea. Heading to Portland for shelter from incoming stormy weather.
Finally at sea. Heading to Portland for shelter from incoming stormy weather.
January 7, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Day 2/49
Finally at sea. Heading to Portland for shelter from incoming stormy weather.
Finally at sea. Heading to Portland for shelter from incoming stormy weather.
Day 1/49
Had a very long day yesterday. Driven down through blizzard. Boarding process smooth. So much to say but obvs can't post full blog here which is on Cruise Critic boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/304307...
Had a very long day yesterday. Driven down through blizzard. Boarding process smooth. So much to say but obvs can't post full blog here which is on Cruise Critic boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/304307...
Bit of a blog - Spirit of Discovery - Caribbean & Central America - Jan 6th 2025
Chances are, if you're reading this, I'm sat in the back of a car being chauffeured down to Portsmouth. I was picked up at 0450. Here's a link so you can follow our progress This is the first proper w...
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January 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Day 1/49
Had a very long day yesterday. Driven down through blizzard. Boarding process smooth. So much to say but obvs can't post full blog here which is on Cruise Critic boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/304307...
Had a very long day yesterday. Driven down through blizzard. Boarding process smooth. So much to say but obvs can't post full blog here which is on Cruise Critic boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/304307...
@cruisecritic.bsky.social
Have started my blog on the main Saga Cruise Critic board. To follow the next 7 weeks in depth find me there!
Saga Cruises
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
Have started my blog on the main Saga Cruise Critic board. To follow the next 7 weeks in depth find me there!
Saga Cruises
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
January 6, 2025 at 7:33 AM
@cruisecritic.bsky.social
Have started my blog on the main Saga Cruise Critic board. To follow the next 7 weeks in depth find me there!
Saga Cruises
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
Have started my blog on the main Saga Cruise Critic board. To follow the next 7 weeks in depth find me there!
Saga Cruises
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
White-out here this morning. Call received from chauffeur tomorrow, pick up 0500. Better finish packing.
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
January 5, 2025 at 11:28 AM
White-out here this morning. Call received from chauffeur tomorrow, pick up 0500. Better finish packing.
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
UK.... The space scientist, Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock, who's giving lectures on the cruise is on Celebrity The Chase tonight.
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
@Saga Cruises
@BBC
#skyatnight
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
@Saga Cruises
@BBC
#skyatnight
December 30, 2024 at 7:10 PM
UK.... The space scientist, Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock, who's giving lectures on the cruise is on Celebrity The Chase tonight.
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
@Saga Cruises
@BBC
#skyatnight
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
@Saga Cruises
@BBC
#skyatnight
Will be heading out in a little over a week! Here's the whole route map! Will break it down over time.
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
December 28, 2024 at 8:59 AM
Will be heading out in a little over a week! Here's the whole route map! Will break it down over time.
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
#saga #sagacruises #spiritofdiscovery #oceancruise #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife
2025
2 emails received today.
Yellow fever certification requirements for Costa Rica.....
Need to look mine out....
2 emails received today.
Yellow fever certification requirements for Costa Rica.....
Need to look mine out....
December 16, 2024 at 4:36 PM
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2 emails received today.
Yellow fever certification requirements for Costa Rica.....
Need to look mine out....
2 emails received today.
Yellow fever certification requirements for Costa Rica.....
Need to look mine out....
Won't be posting much personal stuff here but saw Paul McCartney at the #co-op live arena last night. Absolutely amazing. My videos are longer than 1 min. He sang with John 🥺 so emotional
December 15, 2024 at 11:37 AM
Won't be posting much personal stuff here but saw Paul McCartney at the #co-op live arena last night. Absolutely amazing. My videos are longer than 1 min. He sang with John 🥺 so emotional
2025
In town with us:
Funchal : Ambassador Ambience
Castries : P&O Britannia
Virgin : Resilient Lady
Bequia : Seadream 1 Willemstad : Celebrity Reflection
Oranjestad : Carnival : Spirit
Cunard : Queen Anne
Belize : Explora 1
Progreso : Explora 1 Margararitaville at Sea Islander
Miami : RCL Odyssey
In town with us:
Funchal : Ambassador Ambience
Castries : P&O Britannia
Virgin : Resilient Lady
Bequia : Seadream 1 Willemstad : Celebrity Reflection
Oranjestad : Carnival : Spirit
Cunard : Queen Anne
Belize : Explora 1
Progreso : Explora 1 Margararitaville at Sea Islander
Miami : RCL Odyssey
December 11, 2024 at 8:31 AM
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In town with us:
Funchal : Ambassador Ambience
Castries : P&O Britannia
Virgin : Resilient Lady
Bequia : Seadream 1 Willemstad : Celebrity Reflection
Oranjestad : Carnival : Spirit
Cunard : Queen Anne
Belize : Explora 1
Progreso : Explora 1 Margararitaville at Sea Islander
Miami : RCL Odyssey
In town with us:
Funchal : Ambassador Ambience
Castries : P&O Britannia
Virgin : Resilient Lady
Bequia : Seadream 1 Willemstad : Celebrity Reflection
Oranjestad : Carnival : Spirit
Cunard : Queen Anne
Belize : Explora 1
Progreso : Explora 1 Margararitaville at Sea Islander
Miami : RCL Odyssey
2025
Received my final travel pack today! Luggage labels, full itinerary and transfer details. I have a private car pick up. Saga Cruises include door to door transfers
Pick up : 0515-0545
I'll leave that there.
Received my final travel pack today! Luggage labels, full itinerary and transfer details. I have a private car pick up. Saga Cruises include door to door transfers
Pick up : 0515-0545
I'll leave that there.
December 6, 2024 at 5:07 PM
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Received my final travel pack today! Luggage labels, full itinerary and transfer details. I have a private car pick up. Saga Cruises include door to door transfers
Pick up : 0515-0545
I'll leave that there.
Received my final travel pack today! Luggage labels, full itinerary and transfer details. I have a private car pick up. Saga Cruises include door to door transfers
Pick up : 0515-0545
I'll leave that there.
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17th and final port of call
Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
Arrive 0900. Depart 1700.
Scattered in the North Atlantic Ocean, the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores is made up of nine islands, the largest of which is São Miguel.
17th and final port of call
Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
Arrive 0900. Depart 1700.
Scattered in the North Atlantic Ocean, the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores is made up of nine islands, the largest of which is São Miguel.
December 5, 2024 at 5:01 PM
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17th and final port of call
Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
Arrive 0900. Depart 1700.
Scattered in the North Atlantic Ocean, the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores is made up of nine islands, the largest of which is São Miguel.
17th and final port of call
Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
Arrive 0900. Depart 1700.
Scattered in the North Atlantic Ocean, the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores is made up of nine islands, the largest of which is São Miguel.
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16th Port of Call
Kings Wharf, Bermuda
Arrive 0800
Depart 0700 next morning
Bermuda is Britain’s oldest remaining overseas territory, lying just over 650 miles off the US east coast.
16th Port of Call
Kings Wharf, Bermuda
Arrive 0800
Depart 0700 next morning
Bermuda is Britain’s oldest remaining overseas territory, lying just over 650 miles off the US east coast.
December 4, 2024 at 3:56 PM
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16th Port of Call
Kings Wharf, Bermuda
Arrive 0800
Depart 0700 next morning
Bermuda is Britain’s oldest remaining overseas territory, lying just over 650 miles off the US east coast.
16th Port of Call
Kings Wharf, Bermuda
Arrive 0800
Depart 0700 next morning
Bermuda is Britain’s oldest remaining overseas territory, lying just over 650 miles off the US east coast.
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15th port of call
Miami, USA
Arrive 0800.
Depart 1700.
At the southeastern tip of Florida, Miami is one of the world's busiest cruise ports. The long sandy beaches attract tourists all year round, and many retired Americans have made this their permanent home.
15th port of call
Miami, USA
Arrive 0800.
Depart 1700.
At the southeastern tip of Florida, Miami is one of the world's busiest cruise ports. The long sandy beaches attract tourists all year round, and many retired Americans have made this their permanent home.
December 3, 2024 at 9:54 PM
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15th port of call
Miami, USA
Arrive 0800.
Depart 1700.
At the southeastern tip of Florida, Miami is one of the world's busiest cruise ports. The long sandy beaches attract tourists all year round, and many retired Americans have made this their permanent home.
15th port of call
Miami, USA
Arrive 0800.
Depart 1700.
At the southeastern tip of Florida, Miami is one of the world's busiest cruise ports. The long sandy beaches attract tourists all year round, and many retired Americans have made this their permanent home.
New Orleans, USA
Arrive 0800
Depart 1700 the next day
Spirit of Discovery will sail up the Mississippi River to reach the famous city of New Orleans. Instantly recognisable, New Orleans is renowned for its Creole cuisine, Mardi Gras and musical heritage.
Arrive 0800
Depart 1700 the next day
Spirit of Discovery will sail up the Mississippi River to reach the famous city of New Orleans. Instantly recognisable, New Orleans is renowned for its Creole cuisine, Mardi Gras and musical heritage.
December 2, 2024 at 4:46 PM
New Orleans, USA
Arrive 0800
Depart 1700 the next day
Spirit of Discovery will sail up the Mississippi River to reach the famous city of New Orleans. Instantly recognisable, New Orleans is renowned for its Creole cuisine, Mardi Gras and musical heritage.
Arrive 0800
Depart 1700 the next day
Spirit of Discovery will sail up the Mississippi River to reach the famous city of New Orleans. Instantly recognisable, New Orleans is renowned for its Creole cuisine, Mardi Gras and musical heritage.
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13th port of call
Galveston, USA
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
An island city on the Gulf Coast of Texas, Galveston is connected to the mainland by bridge and has a selection of museums, wildlife parks and ornate 19th-century buildings that line the main historic district, The Strand.
13th port of call
Galveston, USA
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
An island city on the Gulf Coast of Texas, Galveston is connected to the mainland by bridge and has a selection of museums, wildlife parks and ornate 19th-century buildings that line the main historic district, The Strand.
December 1, 2024 at 3:12 PM
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13th port of call
Galveston, USA
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
An island city on the Gulf Coast of Texas, Galveston is connected to the mainland by bridge and has a selection of museums, wildlife parks and ornate 19th-century buildings that line the main historic district, The Strand.
13th port of call
Galveston, USA
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
An island city on the Gulf Coast of Texas, Galveston is connected to the mainland by bridge and has a selection of museums, wildlife parks and ornate 19th-century buildings that line the main historic district, The Strand.
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🚨Holiday dealing (active thru end of 2024): Buy a copy, hardcover or audiobook, of the CASEY Award-nominated "A Baseball Gaijin," and you'll get a second, signed copy for 75% off ($8.25). I hope you'll consider taking advantage and telling your friends. Thank you, my people! 🚨
November 30, 2024 at 12:07 AM
🚨Holiday dealing (active thru end of 2024): Buy a copy, hardcover or audiobook, of the CASEY Award-nominated "A Baseball Gaijin," and you'll get a second, signed copy for 75% off ($8.25). I hope you'll consider taking advantage and telling your friends. Thank you, my people! 🚨
2025
12th Port of Call
Progreso, Mexico
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Progreso is situated on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula and has an extensive landmark pier, one of the longest in the world. The large expanse of beach here is backed by restaurants, bars and stalls selling local handicrafts.
12th Port of Call
Progreso, Mexico
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Progreso is situated on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula and has an extensive landmark pier, one of the longest in the world. The large expanse of beach here is backed by restaurants, bars and stalls selling local handicrafts.
November 30, 2024 at 5:19 PM
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12th Port of Call
Progreso, Mexico
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Progreso is situated on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula and has an extensive landmark pier, one of the longest in the world. The large expanse of beach here is backed by restaurants, bars and stalls selling local handicrafts.
12th Port of Call
Progreso, Mexico
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Progreso is situated on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula and has an extensive landmark pier, one of the longest in the world. The large expanse of beach here is backed by restaurants, bars and stalls selling local handicrafts.
2025
11th port of call
Belize City ⚓, Belize
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Once the centre of the Mayan empire, Belize features a number of remarkable ruins and archaeological treasures, including Altun Ha and Xunantunich Mayan Ruins.
11th port of call
Belize City ⚓, Belize
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Once the centre of the Mayan empire, Belize features a number of remarkable ruins and archaeological treasures, including Altun Ha and Xunantunich Mayan Ruins.
November 29, 2024 at 5:27 PM
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11th port of call
Belize City ⚓, Belize
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Once the centre of the Mayan empire, Belize features a number of remarkable ruins and archaeological treasures, including Altun Ha and Xunantunich Mayan Ruins.
11th port of call
Belize City ⚓, Belize
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Once the centre of the Mayan empire, Belize features a number of remarkable ruins and archaeological treasures, including Altun Ha and Xunantunich Mayan Ruins.
2025
10th Port of Call
Roatán ⚓, Honduras
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Roatán, the largest of the Bay Islands, boasts white-sand beaches protected by the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef that almost surrounds it, making the water here ideal for diving and snorkelling.
10th Port of Call
Roatán ⚓, Honduras
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Roatán, the largest of the Bay Islands, boasts white-sand beaches protected by the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef that almost surrounds it, making the water here ideal for diving and snorkelling.
November 28, 2024 at 2:27 PM
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10th Port of Call
Roatán ⚓, Honduras
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Roatán, the largest of the Bay Islands, boasts white-sand beaches protected by the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef that almost surrounds it, making the water here ideal for diving and snorkelling.
10th Port of Call
Roatán ⚓, Honduras
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Roatán, the largest of the Bay Islands, boasts white-sand beaches protected by the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef that almost surrounds it, making the water here ideal for diving and snorkelling.
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9th Port of Call
Puerto Limón, Costa Rica
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Latin America's oldest settlement, Puerto Limón, is known for its bustling markets and miles of golden Caribbean coastline.
9th Port of Call
Puerto Limón, Costa Rica
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Latin America's oldest settlement, Puerto Limón, is known for its bustling markets and miles of golden Caribbean coastline.
November 27, 2024 at 3:12 PM
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9th Port of Call
Puerto Limón, Costa Rica
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Latin America's oldest settlement, Puerto Limón, is known for its bustling markets and miles of golden Caribbean coastline.
9th Port of Call
Puerto Limón, Costa Rica
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Latin America's oldest settlement, Puerto Limón, is known for its bustling markets and miles of golden Caribbean coastline.
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8th Port of Call
Colón, Panama
Arrive 1300 Depart 1700 the next day
Colón marks the Caribbean end of the Panama Canal. It was born in 1850 out of a desire to reach California quickly during the Gold Rush.
8th Port of Call
Colón, Panama
Arrive 1300 Depart 1700 the next day
Colón marks the Caribbean end of the Panama Canal. It was born in 1850 out of a desire to reach California quickly during the Gold Rush.
November 26, 2024 at 8:57 PM
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8th Port of Call
Colón, Panama
Arrive 1300 Depart 1700 the next day
Colón marks the Caribbean end of the Panama Canal. It was born in 1850 out of a desire to reach California quickly during the Gold Rush.
8th Port of Call
Colón, Panama
Arrive 1300 Depart 1700 the next day
Colón marks the Caribbean end of the Panama Canal. It was born in 1850 out of a desire to reach California quickly during the Gold Rush.
2025
7th Port of Call
Cartagena, Colombia
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Founded in 1533 by the Spanish, Cartagena sits in a sheltered bay. Its historic core has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It encompasses an extensive network of fortifications unlike any other in the New World.
7th Port of Call
Cartagena, Colombia
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Founded in 1533 by the Spanish, Cartagena sits in a sheltered bay. Its historic core has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It encompasses an extensive network of fortifications unlike any other in the New World.
November 25, 2024 at 1:09 PM
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7th Port of Call
Cartagena, Colombia
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Founded in 1533 by the Spanish, Cartagena sits in a sheltered bay. Its historic core has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It encompasses an extensive network of fortifications unlike any other in the New World.
7th Port of Call
Cartagena, Colombia
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Founded in 1533 by the Spanish, Cartagena sits in a sheltered bay. Its historic core has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It encompasses an extensive network of fortifications unlike any other in the New World.
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6th Port of Call
Oranjestad, Aruba
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
With brightly coloured buildings that mirror those in Amsterdam, Oranjestad’s Dutch heritage is clear to see.
6th Port of Call
Oranjestad, Aruba
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
With brightly coloured buildings that mirror those in Amsterdam, Oranjestad’s Dutch heritage is clear to see.
November 23, 2024 at 1:42 PM
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6th Port of Call
Oranjestad, Aruba
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
With brightly coloured buildings that mirror those in Amsterdam, Oranjestad’s Dutch heritage is clear to see.
6th Port of Call
Oranjestad, Aruba
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
With brightly coloured buildings that mirror those in Amsterdam, Oranjestad’s Dutch heritage is clear to see.
2025
5th Port of Call
Willemstad, Curaçao
Willemstad is the capital city of Curaçao, a Dutch Caribbean island. It’s known for its old town center, with pastel-colored colonial architecture. The floating Queen Emma Bridge connects the Punda and Otrobanda neighborhoods across Sint Anna Bay.
5th Port of Call
Willemstad, Curaçao
Willemstad is the capital city of Curaçao, a Dutch Caribbean island. It’s known for its old town center, with pastel-colored colonial architecture. The floating Queen Emma Bridge connects the Punda and Otrobanda neighborhoods across Sint Anna Bay.
November 22, 2024 at 12:40 PM
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5th Port of Call
Willemstad, Curaçao
Willemstad is the capital city of Curaçao, a Dutch Caribbean island. It’s known for its old town center, with pastel-colored colonial architecture. The floating Queen Emma Bridge connects the Punda and Otrobanda neighborhoods across Sint Anna Bay.
5th Port of Call
Willemstad, Curaçao
Willemstad is the capital city of Curaçao, a Dutch Caribbean island. It’s known for its old town center, with pastel-colored colonial architecture. The floating Queen Emma Bridge connects the Punda and Otrobanda neighborhoods across Sint Anna Bay.