Time seems to have flown by since I last wrote; every day seems to be filled with either having to be on the Bridge, or sitting at my desk with endless paperwork. I write now from Ketchikan, on our way north once more, 3 p.m. in the afternoon as my first opportunity to actually sit down at my laptop and write here.
I must thank you all for your comments, while I haven’t had time to reply to all of them, they are much appreciated I assure you. From Sitka, we set off towards Victoria BC and a southerly gale, fortunately, although windy, the seas did not build and it was a reasonably comfortable ride. Entering the Juan de Fuca Strait and a massive pod of whales, which has been in the vicinity for weeks, was there once again; 40-50 of them around the “J” buoy, a favourite area for sports-fishermen and they must have managed some wonderful photos as the whales wandered amongst them.
A glorious day in Victoria and then to Seattle, where we disembarked our guests and embarked our new ones; loaded stores and fuel and departed again. Ironically, the southerly gale we encountered on our way south had turned, to a north-west gale, so once again, we were heading into it. Murphy’s Law, as the Brits would say……
No unusual photos thus far in the voyage, not for lack of trying, my beloved whales have been scarce and the telephoto, ever-ready on the Bridge, has, as yet, been lying idle. I have however changed my time lapse to a ‘video time-lapse’ and am using a different (newer) generation GoPro camera, so I will leave you with this. I think it is much better, however will await your opinion 🙂
Hello Captain,
So enjoy your time-lapse videos. Pictures are fantastic. Although, sometimes I feel as if I must hold onto the arms of my chair, especially when you appear to be barreling into port!
Is that one of your sister ships forward of you at dock?
Look forward to your next posting! Pat Honda
That is NCL’s Norwegian Sun at the #4 berth, Pat
Thanks for the clarification!
Love the go pro shot
Great choice on the new camera. It’s excellent.
Captain Jonathan,
Thanks for your latest posting. The video was very sharp indeed.
Cheers
Just beautiful Captain.
Stunning timelapse.
As if you’re on the bridge yourself.
Best regards,
Hans.
Great timelapse! Thank you!
Really really great photos/movie. So clear. Love the new camera
Video just beautiful, we were there in May, brings back wonderful memories, Thank you.
Loved the new GoPro, every thing so much sharper, you docked that ship,in record time…??
Hey Jonathan,
I’m loving all of your blogs and pictures and am definitely having ‘Whale and Glacier Envy’ .
I’m not able to download the ‘Video Time Lapses’ but, as you know, I can be a bit technically challenged.
I was trying to get to come to Alaska but I need a roommate to keep the costs down:{. You will just have to put up with my sister Monica and her husband Tom when they arrive in a couple of weeks :).
Missing you in Merritt Island 🙂
Captain, my husband and I just disembarked on Monday and just thrilled at having the opportunity of sailing with you. We had such a splendid voyage. I learned about your blog during your on board presentation and I’m delighted to subscribe to your post.
The video included with this most recent entry is magnificent and thank you so much for sharing.
Best regards and Bon Voyage!
I like the new time-lapse!
Wow, I’m impressed that was wonderful, thanks.
Cyndi & Ed
Better camera. Sky much bluer. ?
Captain Jonathan we always appreciate hearing from you and your dedicated is truly amazing! Thank you Thank you Thank you! Peter