HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:


- VISITS TO 46 PORTS OF CALL OVER 122 DAYS;


- OVERNIGHT STAYS AT 11 DIFFERENT PORTS OF CALL;


- TRANSIT OF THE PANAMA CANAL;


- CROSSING INTERNATIONAL DATELINE IN BOTH DIRECTIONS;


- THREE DAY OVERLAND IN BEIJING, CHINA FEATURING VISITS TO THE FORBIDDEN CITY, TEMPLE OF HEAVEN, GREAT WALL, AND TIANANMEN SQUARE;


- AND 60 GLORIOUS DAYS AT SEA.


THIS ADVENTURE MARKS OUR LONGEST TIME AT SEA ON ONE VOYAGE.


OUR THOUGHTS ON TRAVEL:

"TRAVEL ALLOWS US TO SEE THE MANY WONDERS OF THE WORLD THROUGH OUR VERY OWN EYES AND TO CREATE SPECIAL MEMORIES THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME."

ANNE MARIE & KEITH

Friday, December 2, 2011

WELCOME






Lights, Camera, Action............


Yes, we realize this is not a movie, but for us this adventure has all of the excitement of a movie premiere, opening of a Broadway show, and even a super bowl, all wrapped into one.


We welcome you to our World Cruise 2012 Blog where we will share with each of  you our experiences, observations, thoughts, and day-to-day happenings throughout our journey. Since two of our stops include Hawaii, we thought it was fitting to include a photo from our visit to Oahu earlier this year.


This adventure represents several firsts for us including:


- Cruising 122 days marking our longest time at sea on one continuous sailing;


- Sailing on our first December Holiday Cruise;


- Visiting seventeen ports of call for the very first time and;


- Arriving to seven new countries for the very first time by cruise ship.


We will post a few more times before this journey begins, and also while we are in Miami during our pre-cruise stay.


In the meantime, make yourself at home by exploring our home page of this Blog where you will see relevant information about our journey.  This includes maps depicting the route of our voyage as well as our itinerary.  Below this information are some links including the last link which will take you to the live views from the bridge of the ship. 


You can also post comments and questions on the Blog and we look forward to reading each and everyone of them.  If you have questions, be sure to post them, and we will do our best to answer each and everyone of them.  Posting a comment is simple.  At the end of any given post you will see a comments area which you just click on.  It will bring you to a screen where you can write a comment and then you will be asked to do a simple word verification.  If you do not have a Google e-mail account just click on anonymous before posting your comments.  


As we have done in the past, we will share a thought for the day for each and every post and today's thought relates to our belief in travel. Today's thought is one of our favorites related to travel.


TODAY'S THOUGHT FOR THE DAY............


"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do.  So throw off the bowlines.  Sail away from the safe harbor.  Catch the trade winds in your sails.  Explore.  Dream.  Discover."  - Mark Twain


Keith and Anne Marie
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13 comments:

  1. RickiDecember 3, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Dear Keith and Anne Marie,
    David and I wish you a wonderful journey full of new experiences and new friends. May you feel a greater share in the world you are about to visit and may that reaffirm your feelings as a citizen of the world--that we are all responsible for one another, that we are all brothers. We hope the journey will be one of enrichment, new friends, great laughs and excitement. We look forward to following your adventure daily. Travel safely!
    lots of love,
    Ricki and David

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  2. Nancy PDecember 7, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    Larry and I wish you both a wonderful and safe journey. Ricki and David's comment was so lovely and says it all.

    Nancy

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  3. wesDecember 7, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Wishing both of you a Holiday Bon Voyage and then Fair Winds and magnificent following World Cruise Seas. Can't wait to vicariously cruise along with both of you. Keith, would be an interesting challenge for you to track the minutes you spend on the elliptical/cardio (spin) machines during your World Cruise. My guess: 12,335 minutes :)

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  4. AnonymousDecember 7, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    FABULOUS SITE. YOU ARE AMAZING! LYNN

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  5. Allan and HelenDecember 7, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Excellent site - well done!
    Helen and I look forward to seeing you in LA as we all begin our World Cruise. (again!)

    Love and safe seas,

    Helen and Allan

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  6. MaryDecember 7, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Thanks for including me on this adventure. I can't wait for the fun to begin. Safe travels

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  7. Chuck CottonDecember 12, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    Dear Anne Marie and Keith, I had no idea of what you had to plan before you take your World Cruise. I admire what you are doing but you are cruise travelers extradinaire. I look forward to reading your daily blogs. Also, when you dine with David and Gary, give them my love and best wishes while they are cruising over the holidays.

    Chuck

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  8. cruisinmommasDecember 14, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    Bon Voyage, Your efficient planning will pay off for you both. Enjoy every moment of this journey while making new memories and friends. I will enjoy reading about you and Anne Marie and all your travels.

    Carol

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  9. redbird48December 14, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    We have just returned from V1229 and look forward to traveling with you via your blog. Happy Sails.

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  10. BrianDecember 14, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    On the eve of your departure, Gary and I send bon voyage greetings for a safe, healthy and wonderful cruise. Wishing you calm seas and exciting adventure!

    Brian & Gary

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  11. AnonymousDecember 15, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    Bon Voyage Keith and Ann Marie,
    Thank you for taking us along with you on this dream trip via this blog. We will be awaiting news of each adventure you experience.

    enjoy your sweet lives,
    Ilene

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  12. AnonymousDecember 15, 2011 at 1:28 AM

    Keith and Anne Marie,

    Wishing you yet another magnificent world cruise with Crystal. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

    Mary Ann, aka CrystalLady

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  13. Liv4cruzinDecember 16, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    I'll be following along until I see you in LA in a few weeks. Can't wait!!!

    Becky

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