At Sea

We are now in our third day at sea before we arrive at our next port, Cape Verde. Luckily, the Prinsendam is gently gliding across the calm South Atlantic – almost no swaying at all. One more day, and one more time change. What are we doing all day? Our time actually goes by quickly. We can pick from taking Spanish lessons, computer courses, lectures on Africa, culinary classes, exercise classes, watercolor instruction, bridge games, etc. There seems to be something for everyone. We are sure to walk our 12 laps around the teak deck (3 miles) every day, to work off all the good food we’re eating. And, there’s no lack of that! Everyone we have met is a frequent cruiser, with so many having circumvented the globe more than once. People are friendly and open to meeting and chatting with one another. The Rabbi and his wife have taken to organizing shore excursions for those interested and we plan on joining them in port.
Small at 37,000 tons and 800 passengers, the 4.5 star ship was built for long distance cruising and ocean waters. Our cabin is large with lots of storage; even room for our fold up bikes in our walk-in closet. (There are even seven additional bikes on board for crew use.) The well stocked multi room library also carries magazines and DVDs for cabin viewing. Internet is sporadic and slow unfortunately. Entertainment is varied – we’ve seen a comedian, dancers, singers, a ventriloquist, “Mo-town” trio, and an impersonator. Some are good, and some are not so good! But, all in-all, we’ve settled in….