Why the hell would we go on a cruise and NOT watch television all day?
(by Scott Ableman)
Not wanting a nightmarish PR repeat of the Titanic debacle, Mother Nature took it upon herself to save face from humanity’s hubris.
via i.imgur.com
Dead Albatross of the Day: From Polar Cruises: The Clelia II ran into weather related trouble on Tuesday, December 7th while traveling in rough seas north of the South Shetland Islands. A rogue wave crested the bow of the ship, breaking a window on the ship’s bridge and causing electrical damage that temporarily impacted both communications and engine performance. The Clelia II called for assistance and was aided by the NG Explorer. None of the 88 passengers on board was injured, though one of the 77 crew sustained minor injuries.”
Incidentally, Polar is not the owner/operator of the Cielia II as has been widely reported. Cielia II is operated by Travel Dynamics International of New York and owned by Helios Shipping of Piraeus, Greece.
[h/t: boingboing.]
(Source: thedailywhat)
Having been ostracized from all public space, smokers take refuge on a vintage round the world cruise.
See what happens when you don’t stay hydrated? You mocked us for spending $40 a pop on these glorified beakers, but who’s laughing now?
Suck it in, girl! This is what you get for having six all you can eat buffets on board.
Though small, the savage “Mini Tourist” protects her brood from any threat real or perceived. But what’s this? An elderly member of another herd seems to have wandered too close. Not seen as a danger, he mills about the edges looking lost and confused.
