Comments on James Cusick's Blog: Arcadia - myth or reality?

We went to Ken's lectures when we were onboard...

2010-01-20T19:30:33.880Z

We went to Ken's lectures when we were onboard in June 09. We were by far the youngest there and fully enjoyed all he had to say. We weren't sure what to expect but you don't know until you try and we went back for the rest, missing other things if necessary! Please pass on to Ken how brilliant we thought his lectures were and we were impressed with the use of powerpoint too, what a modern man!

Fully looking forward to doing our second virtual world cruise with you!

A great day indeed Geoff, We are all flying the Fl...

2010-01-20T11:35:23.110Z

A great day indeed Geoff,
We are all flying the Flag and wearing it as well!
Lamb BBQ coming right up.

Good Morning James, just looking at the webcam of ...

2010-01-20T11:26:46.099Z

Good Morning James,
just looking at the webcam of Arcadia in Barbados, it looks a beautiful day.

The Pacific Sun is in Fremantle today, she was due to sail earlier today but is still alongside now at 19.20, as i just checked the webcam, she is doing a three day cruise.

enjoy your day in Barbados, it is coming up to Australia day soon, and a lot of the cars are flying the Aussie flag, it is really a great day for us to celebrate.

regards Geoff Witts Perth

Beautiful photo and a very interesting article by ...

2010-01-19T20:20:20.450Z

Beautiful photo and a very interesting article by Ken.

Sharon

We have 50+ sleeps before we get on Aurora! The w...

2010-01-19T18:55:12.985Z

We have 50+ sleeps before we get on Aurora!

The weather looks great in the Atlantic. Thanks for the Arcadia history v interesting indeed.

Our weather has been much better, fine and dry today, snow is forecast for tomorrow. Will let you know if we get some.

Regards to all Judith

I missed this blog yesterday as I was in hospital ...

2010-01-19T12:04:50.461Z

I missed this blog yesterday as I was in hospital having some minor surgery, but have caught up today while taking things easy.

The picture of the empty promenade deck looks so familiar - I wish we were there already. We always do a couple of miles morning and afternoon, and to have it as empty as that is a real bonus.

I hope you all enjoying the sunshine.

Gill

Hi All, Great article about the Arcadia's. I f...

2010-01-19T10:56:44.581Z

Hi All,
Great article about the Arcadia's. I first went on Arcadia with my parents and brothers out of Sydney in 1970, my parents then went on the "Womens Weekly" World Cruise, out of Sydney in 1975 and to my surprise as a gift from them on their return I was given a 14 night South Pacific cruise in August 1978,all on my own, yeh and did I party! Although I did not know my husband at that time he also went on a 2 week cruise on Arcadia in 1978.
We were lucky to travel on the lovely new Arcadia last year from Australia to the UK, and once again, we partied, had a fantastic time.
Only 40 sleeps to go and we are going on Aurora from Australia to the UK.Would have loved to go on Arcadia again this year but really like the itinerary that Aurora has,we are also on Aurora world cruise next year from Southampton. Will hopefully go on Arcadia again one day.
Bet you are all having a great cruise!
All the Best.
Anon.

Hi James, Thanks so much for posting the article ...

2010-01-19T00:09:02.045Z

Hi James,

Thanks so much for posting the article from Ken, very informative! My parents both came to Australia on the Arcadia, my mum in the 1950's from England and my dad in the 1960's from Egypt, they came on the same ship, just years apart. I am seeing them this afternoon and will get the exact dates from them. 50-odd years later my husband and I will be travelling on the Arcadia, and very much looking forward to it too!

Please keep the posts coming James, we are thoroughly enjoying watching Arcadia inching ever closer to us!

Regards,
Danielle.

Good morning James, Nice article about the Arcadi...

2010-01-19T00:01:29.817Z

Good morning James,

Nice article about the Arcadia, i have been lucky to have been on three of them, and although the present Arcadia is a beautiful ship, i personally would not rate her as the greatest, I think that anyone who served on the 2nd Arc would rate her better than the other two.There was something magical about her that only those who served on her would know,there was the famous Bear Pit, that all crew would know about.

Glad the weather is getting better.

Regards Geoff Witts Perth

I still need to get organised back here at home Ja...

2010-01-18T22:03:21.220Z

I still need to get organised back here at home James. It gets harder and harder the older I'm getting!

Well the latest is, they are forecasting snow for Wed/Thur this week again! Oh joy!! And were driving to Bristol. Lets hope it doesn't come to fruition or we could end up stranded somewhere!
;-o)

Glad DD is doing a great job. I think she's good at her job but I would wouldnit I?? ;-)

You take care and I look forward to the next instalment in the blog.

Elaine (auroabore)

Hi James Have just discovered your blog on this s...

2010-01-18T21:51:31.724Z

Hi James

Have just discovered your blog on this site. My parents are on board (Edward & Sheila - D deck)for the whole cruise. They are not IT literate so not sure if they are aware of this blog. We are coming out to meet them in Hong Kong so will watch your progress with interest. Looking forward to the view in Barbados.

Diane, Gary & Tom

Hello Elaine, I was beginning to think you were s...

2010-01-18T19:23:29.642Z

Hello Elaine,

I was beginning to think you were stranded at a railway station somewhere! DD is doing a great job. Hi to Tom.

Best wishes,
James

Hi James Interesting piece Ken. Many thanks for ...

2010-01-18T18:44:05.036Z

Hi James

Interesting piece Ken. Many thanks for taking the time to share it with us bloggers. You haven't changed much from the photo on the Arcadia in 1954.

James

Hope DD isn't pulling her hair out, being there on her own??

I love the picture of the sunrise. Perfect I say! Also you say about the stars. I always look up at the sky and see the beautiful twinkles in the night sky when on the ships. I assume it's because were in the middle of nowhere with no light pollution or pollution to affect what we see. It is rather spectacular.

I see all the world cruisers are out excersizing on the deck ;-o)

I quite enjoyed walking with a sprint in my step around the deck 9/10 times whilst on at Xmas. Took me about 50 minutes to do that! I also at one point, jogged down one side and walked the other (usually because it was wet one side and not the other - oh and I was out of breath)! ;-o)

Enjoy the portunus party tonight.

Elaine (aurorabore)