Yesterday we had the opportunity to have the Maasdam Captain be our Zodiac driver. During the ride back to the ship, he noted that HAL paid a company to use a company to use satellites to map the ocean depths in the Maldives. That indicates a high level of commitment to the safety of sailing in this area. He also said that it was important to sail in the daylight hours so that there could be visual observance of any reefs or other obstructions.
Today was our sea day to Colombo. Matthew, an EXC guide, gave a great presentation on Colombo. There was then a Mariner Medallion presentation followed by a Mariner luncheon. Following lunch, we squeezed in a cooking demonstration by Malaysian Guest Chef Pearly Kee followed by Terry Greenberg who spoke on differences between Western Nations and Asian Nations. Chris Cook gave a good presentation on underwater photography. Afterwards I spent time editing my videos of yesterday's Zodiac and snorkeling trip.
Following a light Lido dinner Jason Kelley, Naturalist, presented an excellent Evening Insight presentation on Killer Whales. A new entertainer from England, Helen Wilding, sang a wonderful variety of songs ranging from movies to classics to pop.
But the evening highlight was the return of story time at 9:15 in the Crow's Nest. It was well attended with over 30 in attendance to hear Ashok Ferrey share 3 of his travel stories which were very good.
Tomorrow we have an all day tour and Ashok's daughter is performing twice tomorrow on the Showroom at Sea stage.
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