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1992 JFK CV-67 Cruise Video

Posted on March 30, 2019 by David Cross

Memories from the past! It was over 25 years ago when we returned on the JFK CV-67 aircraft carrier on its very last combat cruise in the first week of April!

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(South) African Sarfari

Posted on August 14, 2018 by David Cross

We flew north on South Africa’s Airlink airline on a very unusual British Aerospace jet. Almost looks like a cartoon jet or an old Soviet based cargo carrier… But I have to admit, they have better coach and food service … Continue reading →

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South Africa Wine Country

Posted on August 12, 2018 by David Cross

Since we are in South Africa, we needed to check out the wine country!  Last night we took a drive to Steenberg which is in Constantia Valley and outside of Cape Town. We checked out the Steenberg Vineyards which is one … Continue reading →

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Tabletop Mountain – Cape Town

Posted on August 11, 2018 by David Cross

This morning we to the top of Tabletop Mountain which is one the modern wonders of the world.  Because we did not want to spend the full day hiking up 1500 meters, we took up the Swiss made cable car … Continue reading →

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Amsterdam

Posted on August 7, 2018 by David Cross

On the way to the latest adventure, we chose to stop overnight in Amsterdam to break up the long flight sequence. So, we hopped on the train from the airport to downtown Amsterdam.  Bikes are VERY popular here.  I only … Continue reading →

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Melbourne – Australia

Posted on July 29, 2018 by David Cross

(this is an updated blog post from 2007 migrated to the new platform) We took a cruise ship along the coast and we pulled into Melbourne a day early since we passed the port of Hobart. Melbourne is a much older … Continue reading →

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Dunedin New Zealand

Posted on July 29, 2018 by David Cross

(this is a recap from a 2007 trip and adding to blog) We pulled up to the city on a Princess cruise ship. Dunedin is the Edinborough of the southern hemisphere. It was a gorgeous day and the scenery amazing. … Continue reading →

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The Cuban Revolution

Posted on June 27, 2018 by David Cross

As I explored the country, there was definitely a theme in many of the museums and national monuments. I did stop by the national museum where you can find most of Fidel Castro’s vehicles, boats, and other historical items in … Continue reading →

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Hiking in Cuba

Posted on June 26, 2018 by David Cross

There are not many places you can actually hike or climb in Cuba, but one area you can explore is the Vinales Valley. This is a nice panoramic view looking over the valley and the national park area. I found … Continue reading →

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Exploring Havana Cuba

Posted on June 26, 2018 by David Cross

Now that the running is complete, time to explore the city. There is a lot of history here.  I was surprised to learn that there are miles of underground tunnels here that used to carry the water under the city.  … Continue reading →

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