kftw Posted July 10, 2017 #26 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Enjoying your review & pictures. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tewmom1 Posted July 10, 2017 Author #27 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Day 5 - Prince Edward Island Finally a beautiful sunny clear day! The only one we had all week. This island is so beautiful, red clay cliffs and sand, lighthouses and a beautiful basilica. We spent the morning walking around the area. Day 5 Prince Edward Island by Dianne, on Flickr Day 5 Prince Edward Island by Dianne, on Flickr Day 5 Prince Edward Island by Dianne, on Flickr I could see the steeples of St. Dunstan's Basilica from the ship, we eventually found our way there. What a beautiful church, amazing architecture. I am so glad we visited. Day 5 Prince Edward Island by Dianne, on Flickr Day 5 Prince Edward Island by Dianne, on Flickr St. Dunstans Basillica by Dianne, on Flickr to be cont'd..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tewmom1 Posted July 10, 2017 Author #28 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Day 5 - Prince Edward Island (Cont'd) For the afternoon we signed up for the PEI Lighthouse and Winery tour. I would rate this tour as mediocre, the lighthouses were pretty. We spent about 20-30 minutes at each one. The winery was so disappointing, very small and there was not much room for everyone on the bus to gather together to hear the owner speak. Honestly we spent more time on the bus than at the sites. Point Prim Lighthouse Day 5 Prince Edward Island by Dianne, on Flickr While most people were climbing to the top of the lighthouse I explored the area. The red sand beach area was so beautiful, I have never seen red clay this far north. PEI Red Clay Beach by Dianne, on Flickr Wood Island Lighthouse Day 5 Prince Edward Island by Dianne, on Flickr We rushed through our late seating dinner so we could be on the bow as the ship passed under the Confederation Bridge for a beautiful sunset view. Day 5 Prince Edward Island by Dianne, on Flickr To end the night we went to see the Comedian in the theater. He was fantastic, combination of a singer, comedian and impersonator. Great show to end the night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mtn2Sea Posted July 10, 2017 #29 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Great photos! What camera and lenses did you use? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tewmom1 Posted July 10, 2017 Author #30 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Great photos! What camera and lenses did you use? Thank you! I shoot with an Olympus *****-D E-M5II. I brought 4 lenses with me. 7-14, 14-40, 40-150 and for fun a lensbaby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mskaufman Posted July 10, 2017 #31 Share Posted July 10, 2017 I agree. Your pictures are wonderful. The colors so vibrant. What post processing software do you use? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tewmom1 Posted July 10, 2017 Author #32 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Day 6, the dreaded sea day I personally struggle with sea days. We had no internet access, did not pay for it onboard. Many people stated that it was not worth the $$$ because the connection was so slow that you wasted most of your purchased time waiting for things to load. I ended up walking around the ship and decided to photograph things to do on a sea day. It was a fun photography project. I used my lensbaby for this. 1, Promenade Deck Reading and Relaxation Day 6 Sea Day by Dianne, on Flickr 2. Hang out at the Lido Bar The Bartender (2) by Dianne, on Flickr 3. Eat Day 6 Sea Day by Dianne, on Flickr 4. Eat more Day 6 Sea Day by Dianne, on Flickr 5. Gamble Day 6 Sea Day by Dianne, on Flickr 6. Do Puzzles Day 6 Sea Day by Dianne, on Flickr cont'd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tewmom1 Posted July 10, 2017 Author #33 Share Posted July 10, 2017 7. Drink More Day 6 Sea Day by Dianne, on Flickr 8. Get to know your bar staff Day 6 Sea Day by Dianne, on Flickr I did enjoy a nice nap and a movie in my cabin on this day. Another fantastic show with a magician that incorporated movies into his tricks. We then headed to the Crows Nest, the place was packed as their was a Pub Crawl going on. All in all a very enjoyable relaxing day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbri Posted July 10, 2017 #34 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Wonderful review and photos! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenfroggie Posted July 10, 2017 #35 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Hi, We were on your cruise as well and had a fabulous time! I was apprehensive about it all based on some of the reviews here of the ships but found no problems with plumbing/cleanliness etc. It was all great. The buffet food was probably the best I've had in a long time. (Princess' (my last 2 cruises) buffet is tasteless to me). I was totally shocked in a good way how easy it was getting on at the start and getting on and off at all ports. So quick and painless. Those bed animals are funny. My 2 yr old daughter would freak out every night when she saw them! The googly eyes just unnerved her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy_traveller Posted July 10, 2017 #36 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Looking forward for the rest because we are booked on the Maasdam January 10th Sydney - San Diego and never sailed this HAL ship befor!! Verzonden vanaf mijn iPad met Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mellis2312 Posted July 10, 2017 #37 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Looking forward for the rest because we are booked on the Maasdam January 10th Sydney - San Diego and never sailed this HAL ship befor!! Verzonden vanaf mijn iPad met Tapatalk thanks so mucho for the review, we love HAL. Good food and everything ok. We are going on the same Cruise `but starting in Montreal. Could you post the mail from the guide in Sydney and other places please? We are 4 of us, wanted to take a taxi to take us round. What do you think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I_r_a Posted July 10, 2017 #38 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Thanx for sharing, mom Ira Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeniEncinitas Posted July 10, 2017 #39 Share Posted July 10, 2017 I need to complement you on outstanding photos!!!! I was an Art History major and enjoyed photography! Ended up being a Dentist because I liked working with my hands! Your work is exceptional you look beyond the basic and really capture the moments! I too enjoy seeing a different aspect in the moment! Great black and white! Thank you! Denise:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tewmom1 Posted July 10, 2017 Author #40 Share Posted July 10, 2017 I need to complement you on outstanding photos!!!!I was an Art History major and enjoyed photography! Ended up being a Dentist because I liked working with my hands! Your work is exceptional you look beyond the basic and really capture the moments! I too enjoy seeing a different aspect in the moment! Great black and white! Thank you! Denise:) Thank you very much! I work in IT, photography is my left brain release lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ontheweb Posted July 10, 2017 #41 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Thank you for the review and pictures. We will be sailing on this ship and itinerary in just over a year from now. Did you really have to do excursions in your ports, or were there do it yourself things you could do? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tewmom1 Posted July 10, 2017 Author #42 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Thank you for the review and pictures. We will be sailing on this ship and itinerary in just over a year from now. Did you really have to do excursions in your ports, or were there do it yourself things you could do? I highly recommend excursions to get out of the port area and see the area. The only stop,we didn't book an excursion was Quebec, there is so much to see in the area of the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverlake Posted July 10, 2017 #43 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Beautiful, beautiful pictures. You are very talented Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise_More_Often Posted July 10, 2017 #44 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Thank you very much! I work in IT, photography is my left brain release lol.Behind every great photographer is an artist. You are definitely an artist! I'm in awe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michl8705 Posted July 11, 2017 #45 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Love your photos! I just got off the Maasdam on July 1; it was a nice treat seeing such beautiful photos of it. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jentilben Posted July 11, 2017 #46 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Great pictures and information. I've not considered this itinerary before but it looks really appealing! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare erewhon Posted July 11, 2017 #47 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Super photos, thank you for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jillorpy Posted July 11, 2017 #48 Share Posted July 11, 2017 We did this trip on the Maasdam after sailing on her from San Diego earlier this year. Loved it and the Maasdam is now one of our favorite HAL ships. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kroberts0525 Posted July 11, 2017 #49 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Thank you! I am taking my 12 year old son on this trip August 12, complete with the Bird Island excursion, so I am really enjoying your perspective and photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie's mom Posted July 11, 2017 #50 Share Posted July 11, 2017 THANKS ! Been thinking of taking one of the Boston to Montreal or reverse trips, your photos and commentary have me putting this on the list. Will have to wait a bit as we sail on the Amsterdam next Monday for a 14 day Alaskan cruise. Love these smaller ships, and the HAL touch is wonderful. thanks Augie's mom aka Terri Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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