Category Archives: Asia

Birthday Celebration ~ Team Lab, Asakusa, Senso-ji and Sushi

Posted on October 8, 2026 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

October 7, 2026 ~ Tokyo Team Lab What a truly unique and fun way to celebrate my birthday! It is almost impossible to put into words what Team Lab is all about, but maybe this will give you an idea. … Continue reading →

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Tokyo ~ Peaceful Gardens, Shibuya’s Scramble and a Faithful Dog

Posted on October 7, 2026 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

October 6, 2026 ~ Tokyo, Japan Meiji Shrine Meiji Shrine is a peaceful retreat tucked into a vast forest in the heart of bustling Tokyo. Established in 1920, this Shinto shrine honors Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shoken, who … Continue reading →

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Shrines and Temples of Nikko

Posted on October 5, 2026 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

October 5, 2026 Another very long day with an early start. Up at 5:30 to allow time for breakfast and to be ready for a 7:00 pickup. We had arranged a private driver to take us to Nikko. It was … Continue reading →

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First Taste of Tokyo: Ramen, Subways & the Tokyo National Museum

Posted on October 4, 2026 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

October 4, 2026 Greetings from Japan! I’ve noted the date as October 4th, but a reminder that since we crossed the International Date Line that we are actually a day ahead of our family and friends back home in the … Continue reading →

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Wrap Up ~ Scavenger Hunt and Progressive Trivia

Posted on October 3, 2026 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

October 3rd, 2026 Short and sweet. It was finally warm enough and smooth waters to enjoy being back outside. We are arriving in Tokyo tomorrow morning, which means that activities that have gone on for almost two weeks, needed to … Continue reading →

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Around the World, One Bite at a Time

Posted on October 2, 2026 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

October 2nd, 2026 On the ship, I normally start my day with a small serving of some kind of protein like corn beef hash with an egg on top and some fresh fruit such as chunks of cantaloupe and honeydew … Continue reading →

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Going to Sleep on the 28th, Waking up on the 30th – Crossing the International Date Line.

Posted on September 29, 2026 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

September 28th ~ 30th, 2026 Our weather has improved dramatically since yesterday and we have returned to our normal speed instead of the throttled back, slower pace when the worst of the swells were battering us. The captain indicated that … Continue reading →

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Progressive Trivia, Scavenger Hunt and Deteriorating Weather

Posted on September 27, 2026 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

September 26, 2026 ~ At Sea There is always a lot going on every day while on a cruise ship with a wide range of activities to choose from. They are quite good at offering a variety. Here are some … Continue reading →

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Off on a New Adventure ~ Long Overdue

Posted on September 17, 2026 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Hello to our friends, both old and new. Tim and I have been staying healthy and busy here in HOT Southern California. We hope you are also doing well and enjoying life to the fullest. Just a short “sneak peek” … Continue reading →

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21 Spectacular Sets of Steps, Stairs, Staircases and Stairways: They all lead somewhere

Posted on June 21, 2021 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Wat Kaew Temple (Wat Kaewkorawaram), Thailand

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