Sunday, April 12, 2009

Sea day April 8

Wednesday, April 08, 2009 – at sea on the way to Kusadasi, Turkey
We move the clocks an hour forward this time – we are now 7 hours ahead of DE.

Worked in the morning and slept in the afternoon. Had much to do to organize the private shore excursion for our Ensemble Travelers. The ship is preparing for an art auction of rare Rembrandt etchings. There will be various pieces ranging from a starting bid of $20,900-40,600. I’m sure my bid will not be accepted…
We had our last Ensemble cocktail party tonight and it was a relaxing and enjoyable time even if the officers could not attend due to the norovirus.
Egyptian Ball was tonight. The costumes were amazing!!! You have never seen so many Cleopatras in your life!! Lectures: “The Campaigns of Alexander the Great”, “Cleopatra and her Romans”, Legacy of a legend: Queen Elizabeth 2”, Birthstone, Wine Tasting Seminar, “Make Up Tips and Tricks”, Blackjack Tournament and Book Club

Entertainer was David McLaine, from the UK, and he sang Bobby Darrin and Tom Jones songs! Wonderful.