Nov 20 - At sea
Busy day today!
The first presentation was given by Captain Roderick Maharaj, the pilot who has been onboard since Darwin to get us through the Torres Strait and the Great Barrier Reef.
The talk was fascinating as he described what is involved in piloting all types of ships in this area of the world. He talked about the training required, the knowledge of the waters - their depth, the tides and how they determine the timing of a ship’s passage through the strait, the rules and regulations that must be followed when passing through the reef area, and so much more.
For more information about the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park click on the link.
Next was the Cruise Director, Dan Looney’s interview, ‘Meet the Captain’. Although we went to his last interview, it was different - some different questions in the interview part, and then different questions from the audience. The one constant - his wicked sense of humour, some of it self deprecating and his quick comebacks.
We were astounded when we got up to the buffet that there were so many empty tables!! A quick bite to accompany the Merlot and Bloody Mary, and we were back in our cabin for a bit.
Russell’ s last presentation is Unexplained Sea Mysteries!
After dinner we will probably go to the theatre for the Farewell Variety Show! Sounds ominous - ‘farewell’ must mean they are saying goodbye to us!😢
Tomorrow will be an early start for our last tour in Brisbane.
Stay tuned!
M & D
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