Out of the frying pan into the fire …and back to the frying pan.
Thank you for documenting your ‘experience’ on the Golfihno do Mar II, your bunk room villa sounds just exquisite. I also enjoyed the photo of the Rio Rhodes meeting the Amazon which suitably empathised(z) the magnitude of your bowel situation. I imagine the pink dolphins are sadly no more.
Speaking of loss, RIP your underpants - I shall recommend to Pete Hegseth that they receive a posthumous award for gallantry - for services beyond the call of duty. (There’s a cheap joke to be had about the similarities of your undercrackers and Pete Hegseth …both being full of s**t. But, on account of your recent underwear bereavement I won’t make it).
You were off the Odyssey for 4 days? I'd like to say we noticed......moving on, another great article Joe! Sounds like you stepped back in time on that trip. I guess if it works at a minimum there's no need to fix it. Glad we're going to soon be restocking our private and public alcohol stashes - after 7 sea days in a row we definitely need it to maintain any semblance of sanity!
WONDERFUL, hahahahahahhahahahahaha, oh how I laughed at the "he chose poorly" insert. well, no matter how bad it gets there is always more than enough that makes me feel happy you are on this adventure. and THANK YOU for writing about it!!
Ye Gods. Well you signed up for adventure and I guess you're getting it! Maybe just as well not going up the Amazon on the Odyssey considering your internal problems on the Golfinho. I read Theodore Roosevelt's last big excursion was exploring the Amazon, and he almost died from disease and although he made it back home, died not long after that, likely from whatever he picked up in the Amazon. Of course he didn't have the advantage of Odyssey's antibiotics, but considering its supply problems, and/or things breaking down, probably best to lay in your own supply. And, from what you say, with 2 1/2 years still to go, lots of things probably WILL break down. Your Captain was right about the tenders. Yikes. I guess you could take a lifeboat to shore if it came to it. My guess is that the boat will charge extra as things disintegrate, but hopefully you've already put that into your budget. And the nightclub singer et al sounds really great! At least you're finding things you'd like to come back to after this trip is over. That's a plus! Otherwise the downside of sharing a limited space with 100 or so other people you have nothing in common with for 3 years is bound to be a challenge. But you are meeting it!
Since the tenders are out of commission, how did residents get ashore in Belem while being anchored?
Would love to see some more photos of your excursion—the excursion boat inside, Manaus Opera House, anacondas slithering up the side of the boat, your poison dart gun souvenir, and anything else of interest.
Did any of the residents take a longer Amazon trip that requires catching up with the ship in Grenada?
I’m planning to join the Odyssey in November. I made my reservation last December, thinking, “surely they’ll have the pools working by then.” Hopefully, the landing requirements are not strict for the South Pacific islands. Yes, I’m an optimist.
Joe, I stumbled on your posts from Jeff the cruise guy. I laugh my ass off every time I read your posts. You write with my kind of humor and honest reports instead of some of the others who only post “perky” BS about how wonderful the cruise is and everything is running like a well oiled machine. 😉 I admire you even stepping foot on that bucket of bolts…not me! And no tenders…hmmm, sounds like a safety issue and hope you stay afloat. Better brush up on your swimming skills, you may need them. You are very brave or too much green beer 🍺, not sure, but keep on sharing this stellar adventure.
What a fabulous side trip! So happy to hear from you with your glass full perspective. But why leave the semi air conditioned odyssey to go to the jungle?
I quit Girl Scouts after the troop’s first weekend camping trip, so the fact that you’re still on that nutty barge blows my mind. But, please, carry on—these missives are wildly entertaining and a much-needed distraction from the Orange Blob and his Nazi sidekick.
Goddamn, I like your posts. You would be the person I could drink beer with and listen to your stories forever. However I’m pretty sure you would want me to buy the beer and I don’t think I have that much money. Good luck on the continuation of your cruise. Will watch for further posts. John Barber, Dallas, TX
I read this aloud to my wife and she said it was very entertaining and horrific. I hope you’re having at least a little fun, though. Meanwhile, we Americans are all keeping vigil and hopefully watching the Florida obituaries.
Out of the frying pan into the fire …and back to the frying pan.
Thank you for documenting your ‘experience’ on the Golfihno do Mar II, your bunk room villa sounds just exquisite. I also enjoyed the photo of the Rio Rhodes meeting the Amazon which suitably empathised(z) the magnitude of your bowel situation. I imagine the pink dolphins are sadly no more.
Speaking of loss, RIP your underpants - I shall recommend to Pete Hegseth that they receive a posthumous award for gallantry - for services beyond the call of duty. (There’s a cheap joke to be had about the similarities of your undercrackers and Pete Hegseth …both being full of s**t. But, on account of your recent underwear bereavement I won’t make it).
Grab another mid strength beer, bottoms up chap!
Do please write again soon.
You were off the Odyssey for 4 days? I'd like to say we noticed......moving on, another great article Joe! Sounds like you stepped back in time on that trip. I guess if it works at a minimum there's no need to fix it. Glad we're going to soon be restocking our private and public alcohol stashes - after 7 sea days in a row we definitely need it to maintain any semblance of sanity!
I love a morning laugh with my coffee or maybe I should switch to beer,
WONDERFUL, hahahahahahhahahahahaha, oh how I laughed at the "he chose poorly" insert. well, no matter how bad it gets there is always more than enough that makes me feel happy you are on this adventure. and THANK YOU for writing about it!!
Thanks for the good laugh out loud this morning! I almost choked on my tea as I was reading the part about what happened in the toilet 💩😆.
Ye Gods. Well you signed up for adventure and I guess you're getting it! Maybe just as well not going up the Amazon on the Odyssey considering your internal problems on the Golfinho. I read Theodore Roosevelt's last big excursion was exploring the Amazon, and he almost died from disease and although he made it back home, died not long after that, likely from whatever he picked up in the Amazon. Of course he didn't have the advantage of Odyssey's antibiotics, but considering its supply problems, and/or things breaking down, probably best to lay in your own supply. And, from what you say, with 2 1/2 years still to go, lots of things probably WILL break down. Your Captain was right about the tenders. Yikes. I guess you could take a lifeboat to shore if it came to it. My guess is that the boat will charge extra as things disintegrate, but hopefully you've already put that into your budget. And the nightclub singer et al sounds really great! At least you're finding things you'd like to come back to after this trip is over. That's a plus! Otherwise the downside of sharing a limited space with 100 or so other people you have nothing in common with for 3 years is bound to be a challenge. But you are meeting it!
Since the tenders are out of commission, how did residents get ashore in Belem while being anchored?
Would love to see some more photos of your excursion—the excursion boat inside, Manaus Opera House, anacondas slithering up the side of the boat, your poison dart gun souvenir, and anything else of interest.
Did any of the residents take a longer Amazon trip that requires catching up with the ship in Grenada?
In Belem, they hired a local tender .
I’m planning to join the Odyssey in November. I made my reservation last December, thinking, “surely they’ll have the pools working by then.” Hopefully, the landing requirements are not strict for the South Pacific islands. Yes, I’m an optimist.
I hope you bought trip insurance as well as refundable air. I really don’t think VVR will be in business then.
I just added another segment! I can swim at the neighborhood pool near my house when I get back. See you soon.
All that talk last year about us joining you onboard in a guest cabin…not going to happen.
Good call.
Smart move.
Love your writing and pictures! Thanks for sharing these very ..... interesting..... adventures! :)
Joe, I stumbled on your posts from Jeff the cruise guy. I laugh my ass off every time I read your posts. You write with my kind of humor and honest reports instead of some of the others who only post “perky” BS about how wonderful the cruise is and everything is running like a well oiled machine. 😉 I admire you even stepping foot on that bucket of bolts…not me! And no tenders…hmmm, sounds like a safety issue and hope you stay afloat. Better brush up on your swimming skills, you may need them. You are very brave or too much green beer 🍺, not sure, but keep on sharing this stellar adventure.
What a fabulous side trip! So happy to hear from you with your glass full perspective. But why leave the semi air conditioned odyssey to go to the jungle?
Because I’m an idiot.
I quit Girl Scouts after the troop’s first weekend camping trip, so the fact that you’re still on that nutty barge blows my mind. But, please, carry on—these missives are wildly entertaining and a much-needed distraction from the Orange Blob and his Nazi sidekick.
Goddamn, I like your posts. You would be the person I could drink beer with and listen to your stories forever. However I’m pretty sure you would want me to buy the beer and I don’t think I have that much money. Good luck on the continuation of your cruise. Will watch for further posts. John Barber, Dallas, TX
I read this aloud to my wife and she said it was very entertaining and horrific. I hope you’re having at least a little fun, though. Meanwhile, we Americans are all keeping vigil and hopefully watching the Florida obituaries.
Really appreciate the chuckles. I’m watching this adventure intently! More proper beer to you!!!