Yearly Archives: 2010

Cameras, ATVs & Jetskis

Posted on November 18, 2010 by vinnie costa

Everything I touch breaks. Well, that’s not exactly true, everything electronic I touch breaks – unless it’s a quality item made by the Apple Corporation. The day before my camera kicked the bucket, the adventure gays went ATVing, mine broke doen … Continue reading →

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Overheard on the Deck

Posted on November 17, 2010 by vinnie costa

On the free business-sponsored shuttle: PAX 1: “Please, you know the boat is getting a kick-back from that store, if anyone bought anything they’re idiots!” Bookmark on DeliciousDigg this postRecommend on FacebookShare via MySpaceShare with StumblersTweet about itSubscribe to the comments … Continue reading →

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Cameras or WTF? Can’t I get a break?

Posted on November 15, 2010 by vinnie costa

Before I left on my Grand Voyage, I bought a brand-spanking-new 12.1 mega-pixel Sony Cyber-shot – it was the latest thing right before the last latest thing. I didn’t want to risk taking the trip with my two year old … Continue reading →

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Overheard on the Deck

Posted on November 10, 2010 by vinnie costa

On the Lido buffet line: PAX 1: “Una mas, por favor?” PAX 2: “Um, I believe he’s Indonesian, not Spanish.” PAX 1: “There’s a difference?” Bookmark on DeliciousDigg this postRecommend on FacebookShare via MySpaceShare with StumblersTweet about itSubscribe to the … Continue reading →

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Cook Islands

Posted on November 7, 2010 by vinnie costa

Rarotonga. I never thought go there on my own – I never knew I wanted to go there actually – so I certainly never imagined myself riding around one of the Cook Islands on a scooter. When I found myself … Continue reading →

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Overheard on the Deck

Posted on November 3, 2010 by vinnie costa

On the Pearl Harbor Tour: Tour Guide: “…and right down there is the private school President Obama attended.” PAX 1: To her husband: “Where they’d get the money to send him there, the Taliban?” Republicans! Bookmark on DeliciousDigg this postRecommend … Continue reading →

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Bucket List – Subtractions and Additions

Posted on November 1, 2010 by vinnie costa

In the past three months, since I’ve started this contract, I’ve crossed off ‘La Brea Tar Pits,’ ‘Dogsledding.’ ‘See the Northern Lights,’ ‘Fly First Class,’ ‘Visit Seattle’s Pike’s Place Market,’ ‘Swim with Sharks’ visit ‘Bora, Bora,’ and visit ‘Waikiki Beach, … Continue reading →

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Feeling Loved

Posted on October 30, 2010 by vinnie costa

One of the sacrafices I made to take this conreact with the Boat was that I was going to miss my best friends wedding in Mexico. I was asked and graciously  accepted the offer to be a part of the wedding party … Continue reading →

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Overheard on the Deck

Posted on October 27, 2010 by vinnie costa

On the elevator- PAX 1: “I live in a 55 or better apartment complex, and let me tell you, it doesn’t get any better…” Bookmark on DeliciousDigg this postRecommend on FacebookShare via MySpaceShare with StumblersTweet about itSubscribe to the comments … Continue reading →

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Norwalk or a fast way to lose 10 lbs…

Posted on October 25, 2010 by vinnie costa

I don’t know how it’s got it’s name, Norwalk, but it’s a horrid eColi infection which affects passenger ships on a regular basis; due to the fact people don’t wash their hands after visiting the bathroom and then go on … Continue reading →

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My Flat

Posted on October 23, 2010 by vinnie costa

When I boarded the Boat and was sent to the crew mess for my initial welcome meetings and safety demos I discovered my cabin was just around the corner. If I knew then what I know now I wouldn’t have … Continue reading →

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An Alaskan Adventure…

Posted on October 8, 2010 by vinnie costa

During the five weeks I was cruising Seattle to Alaska, I was able, blessed even, to cross two items off my bucket list. I went Dogsledding I saw the Aurora Borealis With the first two weeks of Alaska spent with … Continue reading →

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A Quick Note…

Posted on October 2, 2010 by vinnie costa

Dear Readers, both Jew and Gentile, As you should know, I love to travel and I love to write and I love to write about my travels, but I’m finding it so hard to make the time… In the past … Continue reading →

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…for the want of cat hair…

Posted on September 29, 2010 by vinnie costa

On the Boat, I’m far from being alone, but I’ve been feeling a wee bit lonely. I know that’s a contradiction, so let me try to explain. On land, I live in a cozy one-bedroom apartment which I share with … Continue reading →

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P.F.A. – Passenger Friendly Attire

Posted on September 24, 2010 by vinnie costa

As an Entertainer on The Boat, I’m allowed a great deal of privileges. I’ve basically got officer status… I can drink at the OB (Officer’s Bar) and the PO (Petty Officer’s Bar). I can use the passenger gym – classes … Continue reading →

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