Monthly Archive: May 2019

A day at Sea

Captain’s Log, May 31st: What a glorious day. Clear skies, a smooth sea and delightful views of the coastline. I’ve been able to leave a young trainee at the helm, while I’ve enjoyed lounging...

The Vessel Gamalia

We sail for Naples

Captain’s Log, May 30th:  We set sail yesterday a little early, at 5pm, as the tide was in our favor, and all our passengers had returned from the official trips into Genoa. Four passengers,...

We Visit Genoa

Captain’s Log, May 29th: Finally we were able to move on from Toulon, and made a speedy journey along the coast, from France to Italy. Our stop in Genoa has been eagerly anticipated and...

Still here in Toulon

Captain’s Log, May 28th:  Circumstances have caused us to have to remain a further day in Toulon. Unbeknown to us, we had anchored in a restricted naval area, and a fine has been levied....

Extra day in Toulon

Captain’s Log, May 27th: Due to circumstances beyond our control, we have been unable to leave the port of Toulon, but that has given our passengers the unique opportunity for extra time in this...

Great day in Toulon

Captain’s Log, May 26th:  Well, it’s a lovely sunny day in Toulon, and our passengers can’t wait to go ashore and see the sights. Unfortunately, due to an administrative error, we were not able...

The Vessel Gamalia

All aboard the cruise ship Gamalia

Captain’s Log, May 25th: Well, off we go on our first cruise with the Gamalia. The ship was built a few years ago, but has been totally refurbished under its new name ‘Gamalia’. We’re...