We’re currently on our way around Fiji, Vanuatu and New Caledonia for the last time before we start our regular tour around NZ.
This is the last cruise to get in some solid tanning action and naturally all the crew are looking to Bronze up before NZ. Only yesterday I found myself dad running opposite an Italian Engineer towards the final sun lounger. Inching his way ahead, my prayers are answered when he takes a tumble over his flip flop and I run on to claim my prize in the Sun. Take that Italy!!!
I went Snorkling in Lifou a few days ago. Interesting reefs and colourful fish elegantly swam through the water. It would’ve probably been really relaxing if my snorkel worked and not forced me to drink half the Ocean!!!
Next stop was Dravuni Island. Up at 6am loading the tender boat with medical supplies to set up medical camp on the beach before passengers left the ship... Why do old people get up so early!!!
An absolutely scorching hot day, I’m provided with a table and chair in the shade. As I read my book I become increasingly aware that more and more people mistake me for the shore excursion guide.
“What is there to do on the Island?”
“Well there’s sand you can lie on, and there’s seawater you can swim in”
“What do I do if I see a Jellyfish?”
“Pick it up and give it a hug”
“Do they accept Fijian Dollars?”
“Well this is Fiji, so probably yes”
“Do they accept Canadian Dollars?
“Well this is Fiji, so probably no”
“What’s that Oxygen Cylinder for?”
“To hit people on the head when they ask stupid questions”
Afternoon clinic and the waiting room has more lobsters than a seafood restaurant. Applications of sunburn cream are shortly followed by screams. I’m sure to greet them all with a big cheesy smile and firm, friendly slap on the back. I’m secretly hoping for employee of the month...
The final stop is Noumea, capital of New Caledonia. Not sure what there is to do yet, but I know there’s a beach so I’m sure our lobster’s will be happy about that.
Christmas Trees, Festive Cheer, and ‘Happy Holidays’ are becoming evident on the ship. Darian’s turned her room into a winter wonderland & got us peppermint shnaps and hot chocolate, mmm.
I’m now in the difficult situation of trying to figure out what to buy her for Christmas and any man knows how impossible it is to buy gifts for women. After hours on the internet looking for inspiration and getting nowhere, I find the medical team who have had the fantastic idea of doing secret santa, Yeay!!!
Shame their all bloody women too!!!
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