Look! I think that's the Mariner in Kodiak!

I think you're right! Nice stalk! But, I laughed at the "Beyond Mouse".I know you were just excited and mistyped Moose. But, it is funny!

How funny! (I did edit the title!)

Here's the port schedule for the Seward to Osaka leg. WIll look for web cam links and post them here when I get a chance.

Sep 16 Seward 05:00 18:00

Sep 17 Kodiakl 08:00 16:00

Sep 18 Cruise Shelikof Strait, International Waters

Sep 19 Dutch Harbor 07:00 13:00

Dutch Harbor Cams

Sep 20 Cruise the Aleutian Islands, International Waters

Sep 22 Cruising Aleutian Islands, International Waters

Sep 23 Petropavlosk, Russia 09:00 19:00

Sep 24 Cruise the Kuril Islands, International Waters

Sep 25 Cruise the Sea of Okhotsk, International Waters

Sep 26 Hakodate, Japan 07:00 16:00

Sep 27 Sendai, Japan 09:00 15:00

Sep 28 Tokyo, Japan 08:00

Sep 29 Tokyo, Japan 16:00

Sep 30 Osaka, Japan 13:00

Oct 01 Osaka, Japan

And there goes Mariner, leaving Kodiak...

Excellent, Cindy. Smooth sailing post-Moosies!

Cindy, you are really doing some great stalking!

Yep - Cindy is doing some excellent stalking! I'm having trouble with the Dutch cams...are you too?

It is just now getting daylight in Dutch Harbor, and here's the Mariner.

Here's a few pics as Mariner leaves Dutch Harbor. Stalks will undoubtably get more difficult as she enters Russia and Asia, but I'll keep trying.

Cindy, you are doing such a great job of getting the perfect stalks!!!

Now they have two sea days and we'll hear what the Mariner is doing on these days, for a preview of what's to come on DRAGON. I hope the post MOOSE'ers will let us know all the happenings!

Holy smokes, Cindy!! Awesome stalk!!

YOU ARE amazing Cindy!!!!!!!!

Dutch Harbor today - interesting tiny town even though there is absolutely nothing there. It started with a mix up of time zones. DH is on one, Mariner moved clocks back last night but failed to notifiy DH epople. So shuttles into town took a little bit of rethinking. Once there really nothing to see although the people that stopped at the War Memorial were impressed. Yes, DH was occupied by the Japanese during the war. It's an interesting, little known story.
Unfortunately, I had the mission of finding a duffel bag to replace a torn one. And definitely didn't want to pay Japanese prices. The ladies at reception said my only hope was if Safeway carried them. Safeway!!!! To be honest, I've been in many Safeway's across this country but never seen a duffel bag. BUT there it was on the grocery shelves. Not exactly something large enough to take on a ski vacation or deployment overseas - but it will do. Who would have ever guessed - plus they took my Safeway courtesy card so I was able to get the sale prices. And naturally I had to feed my true cruise addiction - baseball caps from Red Light Districts. Those establishmetns don't seem to exist in this part of Alaska so I am now the proud owner of a Deepest Catch hat and a Unalaska cap. (Unalaska - one must look it up).
Discovered Barbara Udell is a speaker on this cruise. That makes my last 3 cruises where she has been a guest. Always have a good time with she and her sister.
I could rattle on about nothing but time to call my hubby in Houston. As our captain says, "Chow!"

Betty was ahead of us in line for the school bus so she saw Dutch Harbor before we did. It's probably the most remote place I've ever visited. And, this is the only location in the U.S. that the Japanese bombed, not once but twice, during WWII. There's nothing much to see but that's sort of the point. I cannot imagine how the locals live here. The Greek Orthodox church is pretty, especially when a bald eagle poses on the steeple.

Alan and I went back to Prime 7 tonight. It was delicious, once again. And, I really like the china and crystal used in the table settings. The restaurant has an elegant feel about it.

The singers and dancers performed a Broadway selections tonight. I believe this cast is the most talented that I've experienced on a Regent ship. The rest of the entertainment, however, needs improving. Nature's Rhythm is here and they are always fun. But, when you see the Gentlemen hosts nodding off in Horizon Lounge, you know things are dragging.

The ship is speeding along. I think the captain is "booking it" across the Bearing Sea while the seas are calm.

Oh, I had a hot stone massage yesterday. Wish that could be a daily occurrence.

We cross the international date line soon, losing a day. Then, I'll really be confused.

More later.

I believe that's the Mariner in Petropavlosk, Russia!

WOW! Great stalking!! :app:

Great stalking - even we couldn't see it that well and we're here!

Lee

Great capture Cindy.
Checked a while ago and if you use you imagination you can just make out the ship in the fog.
Great to hear all is going well Lee.

Fog has lifted at last.
You are coming in loud and clear..

Wonderful stalking, Cindy & David. Looks like the day has turned out better for you all. Hi, Beyonders!! :hello1:

Thanks so much, Lee, Betty and Donna for your reports. I've got my world atlas on the kitchen table..... following your progress and vicariously enjoying your cruise.

Kathy

editing to add: oops! posted on the wrong thread, sorry.

I think this is our best stalk ever, thanks to Dave and Cindy!

I'm constantly being asked by my family - where am I? It's so good to be able to look up this board and tell them! Lee

News flash tonite, there's a terrible red dust storm in Sydney from the outback. Everyone wearing masks and the city turning red. Lee, lucky girl on the Mariner!

Not too many stalking opportunities of late, but I did catch a glimpse of Mariner in Tokyo. She was the only cruise ship in port, so I am sure this must be her (lower right hand corner).

The internet is on for a short and last time - unless I want to get up by 5am in the morning, and guess what - nah!!

We've had a great couple of days in Tokyo - having Michael with local knowledge was a great help, although he walked my little feet off!

We went by train and monorail to a futuristic shopping mall which reminded me of Las Vagas with the changing sky. I had been there before but Linda and Ed hadn't. Didn't buy anything but a soft serve ice cream from McDonalds - only cost a $1 - what a bargain!

We then went across to the Toyota showroom and where once you could push a button and it would bring the car down from its place in the line up, we had to settle for a ride in an electric car which drove itself. I still had a lot of fun - felt like a kid again (especially as I was off my feet). We saw Japan's Statue of Liberty - bet you think I'm joking!

Can't remember what we saw in wherever it was we were in before Tokyo - Donna, Betty - HELP!!!

We've just finished dinner with the Safety Officer who is a charming young Italian. One of the guests at the table was on overload trying to charm him. No names!!! No, it wasn't Betty!

Well this will be my last attempt at being in touch until I get home. So sorry to leave the Mariner but it's time to go. I feel as if I'm living in a straight jacket - those pesky dryers!

Lee

Lee, Have so enjoyed all your seamail. Do have a safe trip home and look forward to hearing more from the Beyond MOOSEies and DRAGONeers!!

Lee, have a safe trip home. Hopefully we'll be able to meet up with you in Sydney in November.