Paulchili Posted March 4, 2019 #976 Share Posted March 4, 2019 2 hours ago, CintiPam said: I will raise you one city with a nice harbor, great sail away and fascinating sights to visit - Istanbul - but unlikely to return there soon due to the political situation. Just happy that I spent time there in both 2008 and 2014. Yeah - Istanbul would make my tot 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted March 4, 2019 #977 Share Posted March 4, 2019 I took the Sydney sights, Bondi, and Opera House tour. We had a great tour guide who was both extremely knowledgeable, as well as having a great personality. A real pro! At the conclusion, we were offered the option of leaving in downtown, at the Queen Victoria Building, which I took. I then walked through town along George Street to the central railway terminal for photo’s. “Mission accomplished”. After that, I took the light rail over to Darling Harbour, and took in part of the splendid maritime museum. Unfortunately, I got there too late for the full tours, so just saw the galleries, Another reason to return to Sydney to see the rest of the exhibits.😉 After that, I caught the shuttle back to the ship. Got back just in time for a bite at Waves, then dessert at the tea service in Horizon. About 250 or so passengers “turned over” at Sydney. It was fun seeing the looks on the faces of the newbies discovering the wonders of our great ship. We mustered at 1715, and then with the accompanyment, of the band on the pool deck, a pair of tugs helped us slip away, in a fantastic sail-away. Then social hostess Stephanie, and Trish, hosted a solo party in Horizon. Only one new solo was introduced to about 20 or so of us. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LHT28 Posted March 4, 2019 #978 Share Posted March 4, 2019 I am surprised they had afternoon tea on turnaround day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Skmar Posted March 5, 2019 #981 Share Posted March 5, 2019 20 hours ago, Paulchili said: The only city in the world that might beat San Francisco if only it weren't in the middle of nowhere We've been there many times and have 2 more cruises booked visiting Sydney - can't get enough of a good thing like Sydney. 🤔🤔We Aussies say exactly the same thing - but in reverse 😂🤣😂🤣🤷🏼♀️ Hard not to love Ye olde Sydney town 😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulchili Posted March 5, 2019 #982 Share Posted March 5, 2019 (edited) 7 minutes ago, Skmar said: 🤔🤔We Aussies say exactly the same thing - but in reverse 😂🤣😂🤣🤷🏼♀️ Hard not to love Ye olde Sydney town 😁 The only trouble with Ye Olde Sydney town is that you have to hang and walk upside down in that “down under” world Edited March 5, 2019 by Paulchili Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skmar Posted March 5, 2019 #983 Share Posted March 5, 2019 1 minute ago, Paulchili said: The only trouble with Ye Olde Sydney town is that you have to hang and walk upside down I can see you’ve cottoned on to the Aussie sense of humour 👏🏻👏🏻😁and can give as good as you get.👍🏻 We’ll no doubt have some fun parlaying when we board in Dubai. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulchili Posted March 5, 2019 #984 Share Posted March 5, 2019 I only wish I was boarding in Dubai - I am just a dreamer traveling vicariously with all the lucky ones on Insignia - worlders and segmenters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aikilee Posted March 5, 2019 #985 Share Posted March 5, 2019 Does anyone have room for 2 of us on a tour on Boracay Island? We are looking to explore the island and perhaps do some beachcombing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted March 5, 2019 #986 Share Posted March 5, 2019 Welcome to all that joined us in Sydney...it was good to meet some of you at our CC meet and mingle in Horizon... Thanks to Ryan for organizing it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palakika Posted March 5, 2019 #987 Share Posted March 5, 2019 Bob.. Thanks for the great pics. We love Sydney..one of the great cities! Bondi beach is a fun place. The day we were there a nice swell was coming in so good surfing. Being a former surfer, I could watch this activity for hours.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted March 5, 2019 #988 Share Posted March 5, 2019 Pilot boarded real early this morning (around 3), for the long approach to Brisbane...,so I thought I would try to see if I could have better luck uploading photo’s while the other passengers slept.🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted March 5, 2019 #989 Share Posted March 5, 2019 A little better, but still slow... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted March 5, 2019 #990 Share Posted March 5, 2019 A splendid sail-away... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbb Posted March 5, 2019 #991 Share Posted March 5, 2019 I'm ALWAYS so sad when i leave Sydney. Don't know what it is about that place but it speaks to me. After we finish our active touring/cruising, I'd love to live there for 2-3 months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tranquility Base Posted March 5, 2019 #992 Share Posted March 5, 2019 Insignia is in the Brisbane River. They have just past Fishermans Island where larger ships dock, heading about 40 minutes up river to Portside. This is a great berth if doing Brisbane DIY, as it's only a 10 minute walk to the wharf for the River Cat for a very scenic trip into town. It's great arriving back to your ship via ferry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ORV Posted March 5, 2019 #993 Share Posted March 5, 2019 Glad to see you're having such a good time Bob, & others. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louby-Lou Posted March 5, 2019 #994 Share Posted March 5, 2019 Hi all I’m just loving following you all around the world - the pictures are fantastic. Thanks for taking the time to entertain me - this is far more interesting than the book I’m reading 😉. Just one question for a ‘worldie’ - what happens to your on-board account? Do you settle it after each segment or do you get a BIG bill at the end 🤭? Lou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted March 5, 2019 #995 Share Posted March 5, 2019 20 minutes ago, Louby-Lou said: Hi all I’m just loving following you all around the world - the pictures are fantastic. Thanks for taking the time to entertain me - this is far more interesting than the book I’m reading 😉. Just one question for a ‘worldie’ - what happens to your on-board account? Do you settle it after each segment or do you get a BIG bill at the end 🤭? Lou At the end....in my case, I will be getting a BIG credit.😉😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted March 5, 2019 #996 Share Posted March 5, 2019 Great sail-in this morning...😎 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palakika Posted March 6, 2019 #997 Share Posted March 6, 2019 Bob.. Looks like the same place we docked 3 years ago. Brisbane is a lovely city. We went to the sanctuary to hold the Koalas....a highlight. My koala, Chloe, was very sweet with sharp claws. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BabySis Posted March 6, 2019 #998 Share Posted March 6, 2019 22 minutes ago, palakika said: Bob.. Looks like the same place we docked 3 years ago. Brisbane is a lovely city. We went to the sanctuary to hold the Koalas....a highlight. My koala, Chloe, was very sweet with sharp claws. I just don’t think Bob sleeps at all... he stays awake 24 seven so he doesn’t miss one single photo. We board in Singapore and I know I will recognize him. Thank you, Bob for all the gorgeous photos 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
decafnights Posted March 6, 2019 #999 Share Posted March 6, 2019 34 minutes ago, BabySis said: I just don’t think Bob sleeps at all... he stays awake 24 seven so he doesn’t miss one single photo. We board in Singapore and I know I will recognize him. Thank you, Bob for all the gorgeous photos Yes, thank you Bob, Lisa, and others for all the gorgeous photos. I am enjoying traveling with you and feel like I will recognize several of you when we board in Rome. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted March 6, 2019 #1000 Share Posted March 6, 2019 Took the Leisurely Brisbane tour. Then went off to accomplish my “mission”.😎 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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