Oct 12, 2015 - Keelung, Taiwan

Pete visited Keelung for the last time this season and things went well. He had the opportunity to get off the ship and visit the city a little bit. His photos show that he found KFC! He is feeling well and is enjoying himself for these last few days in Asia.

Oct 11, 2015 - Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Pete took the opportunity in Kaohsiung to visit Outback. The pictures from the restaurant and from his own meal look exactly like what he will eat at Outback when he comes home! We even noticed an orange plastic jack'o'lantern on the porch of the restaurant! Things are going well for Pete and he enjoyed his time in Kaohsiung. This was his last visit there for the season.

Sep 24, 2015 - Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Pete had a nice visit in Kaohsiung, which included a visit to the Outback Steakhouse there! He sent an amusing set of pictures which could just have easily been taken at the Outback on Post Road in Indianapolis!! He even appears to have ordered his "usual" Outback meal. Everything is going just fine on the ship and he is feeling well.

Sep 2, 2015 - Keelung, Taiwan

Today was a Turnaround Day for the ship, although the next group of cruisers will not board the ship until tomorrow in Hong Kong so the crew of the Voyager will enjoy another "Deadhead" Cruise today. Pete said they were presenting one of the production shows for the crew members tonight but did not expect there to be a very big crowd because they were offering an ice show at the exact same time and very few of the crew members ever get the opportunity to see the ice shows so he figured most folks would go to that show. He guessed that there...

Aug 27, 2015 - Keelung, Taiwan

Pete checked in from Keelung and things were just fine. He said no one got too wild on the "crew only" cruise from Hong Kong. Of course, most of the crew still had to work, even with no guests! He said that because of a late sailing time, his only responsibilities for the day were a rehearsal in the afternoon and a parade in the evening. We asked him about any alternative plans regarding a typhoon in the Japan area but he had not heard about any changes yet. The only thing he knows for sure is that they will not sail into an area near an...

Aug 17, 2015 - Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Pete texted early in the morning to say that the ship itinerary for the next cruise was being altered because of two typhoons in the Taiwan region. Instead of lingering in the China, Japan, South Korea region, the ship would be heading south to Vietnam to avoid the storms. Taiwan is still recovering from a bad storm two weeks ago. These typhoons are expected to reach Super Typhoon status, which means winds in excess of 150 miles per hour. We are pretty grateful for the sophisticated weather equipment on the ship and for the policy of...

Jul 31, 2015 - Kaohsiung, Taiwan

We were able to contact Pete, via email and then by phone, to let him know of Nana's passing. He began at once to make arrangements to come home for the memorial service and scheduling plans are on hold until he is able to secure his travel documents. Because of travel restrictions for American sailors in much of Asia, he will not be able to leave the ship until the arrive at the port in Hong Kong on August 2, at the earliest.

May 10, 2015 - Keelung, Taiwan

Peter called from Keelung where he was enjoying his 2nd day off in a row. He really likes Keelung and was spending the day getting something to eat and having a look around town. He sent a few pictures which we will post in the next few days. Everything is going well as he prepares to leave the ship for his vacation. He is taking the opportunity to get rid of some of his clothes, shoes, etc. that need replacing. He only has a limited amount of clothing and shoes with him, because of the lack of space on board, so he wears things out pretty...

Apr 21, 2015 - Keelung, Taiwan

Pete checked in from Keelung and things were fine. He has some places he likes to visit there, including a cafe with free wifi, so he was able to download his pictures from the last few ports. We are counting down until he has his vacation which starts one month from today.

Feb 8, 2015 - Day 183

Another fairly quiet day. Luke came over with MK about 2 PM and we had a late lunch at Bagel Bagel Café. After lunch we all came back to the apartment. MK fell asleep about 4:30, just before Luke had to leave for work. We have found that our queen sized bed works very well as both a safe "play" area for MK, as well as a comfy spot for her naps. One of us just stays on the bed, propped up, reading beside her. Lisa also left a large red plastic tub here that works great for giving Mk her bath (See photo). Luke was able to get away from work...

Feb 7, 2015 - Day 182

We both had appointments to get our hair cut at noon today. Zuo-an salon is just across the river from us on Minghua (where we made an appointment for Theresa when she was here). Lisa had recommended it and we were happy with the results (although we still miss Heather, our London hairdresser). After lunch, we went for a walk, worked on the computer and got some food ready for dinner before Luke dropped off MK on his way to work. Luke finished early tonight so he and Claire arrived here together about 11:30, Luke in the car and Claire on...

Feb 6, 2015 - Day 181

Yesterday's cold north wind had died down a bit, but the air quality was still very poor, so we weren't motivated to spend a lot of time outside. I spent a good part of the day on the computer, sending emails and working on the South alumni newsletter, while Doug read. Since Claire had the day off, we weren't needed for babysitting and thought we would go out for dinner and to a movie. Unfortunately, the only movie ("Unbroken") that we wanted to see at the Sanduo theatres didn't start until 10:45 PM - way too late for us. Besides, by the...