Follow my journeys around the world….
Norwegian Pearl Alaskan Cruise June 2013 – Victoria
Norwegian Gem Parent’s 50th Anniversary Cruise June 2016 – Peggy’s Cove
VICTORIA, BC
Victoria is absolutely charming! I loved the city, had high tea at the Fairmont, bought chocolates and wandered the quaint streets.
PEGGYS COVE, NOVA SCOTIA
Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia was so beautiful! But it was a chilly day so chowder and lobster were in order!
June 2016
Norwegian Gem Parents 50th Anniversary Cruise
PORTLAND, MAINE
Woke up to beautiful lighthouses in Portland, Maine.
It’s such a typical New England town.
Of course a stop at a Lobster Pound was in order.
November 2017
Ruby Princess Thanksgiving Cruise
Happy Thanksgiving from Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.
Fresh ceviche
Rowan snorkeling on Medano Beach.
The obligatory stop at Senor
Avalon, February 2016
Crown Princess
Good morning Catalina Island, excited to explore.
We rented a golf cart to get around the island today. Got some great views down into Avalon and the ship anchored offshore.
The famous Casino is a landmark of Catalina.
We spent some time at Descanso Beach Club because it was such a beautiful day. Then of course we had to stop at the infamous Luau Larry’s for a tropical drink, a typical Tiki Bar. It I is supposed to be the “noisy bar in Avalon” from the Crosby, Stills & Nash song Southern Cross.
Back to the ship for a swim and my favorite afternoon tea and scones!
Carnival Miracle
A day in Puerto Vallarta was perfect!
Carnival Miracle
I spent the day at Breathless Cabo San Lucas and had a relaxing day with spectacular views!
November 2013
We took a short cruise to Mexico on the Carnival Inspiration in November 2013. While it was chilly, we still had a fun time.
June 2013
We took a cruise to Alaska on the Norwegian Pearl in June and the weather was perfect!
So excited to cruise Alaska with the family.
Day at sea, fun evening exploring the ship.
Red Onion Saloon, Skagway
White Pass Railroad
Bowling on the Norwegian Pearl
Halibut Fish & Chips on Creek Street
Swimming in the pool while sailing in Alaska.
Enjoys some relaxation onboard.
Victoria is absolutely charming! I loved the city, had high tea at the Fairmont, bought chocolates and wandered the quaint streets.
Last morning of the cruise….he couldn’t even stay awake for breakfast!
Exploring Seattle means Pike Place Fish Market first.
Rowan kept asking to eat all the fresh seafood we saw.
The famous Piroshky Russian Bakery was a required snack stop in Seattle!
Seattle from the Space Needle
What a great trip!
June 2016
I love going home to visit family, we always go to all our favorite places we miss living in California.
Morning view over Central Park from the Parker New York.
Love the coffee shop in the Parker, it reminds me of the coffee houses in Vienna.
Have to have a bagel and smoked fish on the lower East Side.
Walking the Brooklyn Bridge.
A great view to the Freedom Tower.
The 911 Memorial
Rays Pizza in Greenwich Village
McSorley’s in Greenwich Village is the oldest continuously running bar in NYC.
Dinner on Mulberry Street in Little Italy with friends.
Subway back and view from the Parker.
Birthday Champagne Breakfast in bed!
Birthday Lunch at the Carnegie Deli, overstuffed corned beef, pastrami and chopped liver on soft rye bread!
Times Square
St. Patrick’s Cathedral
Central Park is such a peaceful spot in the middle of Manhattan.
Afternoon relaxation at the rooftop pool of the Parker.
Top of the Rock in Rockefeller Center has spectacular views!
June 2016
New England & Canada from
New York
We cruised to celebrate my parents 50th Anniversary! Eighteen of us, all five kids and grandkids, celebrated for a week and had an amazing time.
Starting the cruise off right!
Lunch the first day.
Enjoying the gorgeous day with the NYC backdrop behind us.
There is no better sail away than from New York on a sunny day.
Going under the Verrazano Bridge never gets old!
Lots of excitement and fun on the first night!
Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia was so beautiful! But it was a chilly day so chowder and lobster were in order!
We always met back up on deck and talked about our day.
Dinner in one of my favorite NCL restaurants, Le Bistro! Excellent French Cuisine and a sumptuous setting.
Woke up to beautiful lighthouses in Portland, Maine.
It’s such a typical New England town.
Of course a stop at a Lobster Pound was in order.
Back to the ship to relax and enjoy the pool.
Happy 50th Anniversary Mom & Dad!
The kids
The whole family
Enjoying the evening onboard.
Sailing into NY at sunrise is another favorite of mine!