Arrived late in Mumbai as a result of the previous engine trouble followed by a long run in under pilot control. The Captain says we have less than 2 meters under the keel. That being so, he can go as slow as he likes by my book! Haze over the city but moored at terminal next to Naval Dockyard so interesting crafts including aircraft carrier, sub, helicopter and destroyers. Eventually managed to swap our tour tickets to go with John and Carol. Liked Mumbai-very ...

Lovely cruising weather-very calm and sunny with a cooling stiffish breeze to keep things comfortable. High sun cream factor essential. Walked the promenade deck before breakfast and saw the changing of the pirate watch-8 crew with powerful binocs, ear defenders with huge sound senders, fire hoses etc. Had to do the Indian immigration formalities this morning but very quick and painless all in the Oriental restaurant. Excellent news- we now have all engines fu...

Lovely restful day at sea. Gorgeous weather with lots of lying by the pool enjoying the sun and warmth. Lovely food and a formal night tonight. Ian and I have had our footstep analysed and corrective inserts for both will only be £109 a pair! I think a visit to Kendal ski shop where they are bespoke and £8 a pair may be called for! The Captain has apologised for the vibration and admitted we are running on one engine which means we will be 5hours late in Mumba...

Safely on board the beautiful Oriana.Lovely cabin in our preferred location. Had a drink, afternoon tea, safety drill, pirate territories instructions and unpacked etc. Quite busy really! Oriana looks lovely after her refit tho things have moved on in cruise ship terms since we were so wowed by her almost 20 years ago. However not all the advances have been 'improvements' and The old girl still has a certain class and elegance (a bit like Carol and me! ) that is ...

Wonderful hotel with lots of restaurants. We have booked the revolving restaurant for tonight which should be good. We are going on a boat and coach trip round the city this pm. Currently sitting by the pool watching Ian swim! It is blowing a gale actually although very warm and there is plenty of sand in the air! The hotel has an amazing ice rink as well.