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| Sunset over Indian Ocean - (c) Travelnwrite.com |
It seemed cool on our deck while sipping morning coffee before 7 a.m. the other morning and that was because the temperatures had 'dipped' into the mid 80's and humidity to the low 90's. Yesterday the temperature in Cochin was 94 and the humidity 97%. Far more intense than Arizona in the summer or Puerto Vallarta in September.
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| Exploring Cochin, India by tuk-tuk - the only way to travel! |
For those of you not on Facebook, I've been posting regular updates there - many of which show me wearing the same top in almost every photo taken (see above). It is the coolest one I brought with me - a tee shirt that soaks up the sweat (to put it bluntly) and that can be hand-washed between shore excursions. There's a lot of wearing and washing going on this trip by all of us - it is a nice feature of the ship to offer washing machines, dryers, and irons for guest use.
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| Indian Ocean - a sea day |
Many of us opted to explore Cochin on our own and others chose the comfort of the air-conditioned ship-organized bus tours.
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| Oceania tour bus - Cochin, India |
Heat and humidity aside, this is an amazing part of the world to visit. When back in the blogosphere world again I will show you more photos of the wonderful places we've been -- and yes, places that call our for return visits.
Thanks for keeping us in your thoughts as you read the world headlines. We remain hot, humid, healthy and most definitely happy we chose this routing! Safe travels to you and yours~ and to my fellow bloggers, I will get caught up with your blogs once we are again on land and I've got some time for reading.
Linking up (we hope):
Travel Photo Thursday
Weekend Travel Inspirations
I hope you enjoy your travels and stay safe. Sweet hugs, Diane
ReplyDeleteThank you for the good wishes, Diane. I will be back to blog reading in a couple of weeks and will get caught up with you then! Hugs, Jackie
DeleteI've heard that the ship tours can add quite a lump of money to the cruise. Think I'd want to adventure out on my own. Try to stay as cool as possible.
ReplyDeleteYes, they are expensive and that's one reason we are doing many on our own. Our Tuk Tuk trip through town cost $23 and he took the same route as the cruise ship bus which would have been close to $300. . .and we got to enjoy the sights and sounds! It is an amazing heat here, Gaelyn!
DeleteIt all sounds so very exciting and I will be looking forward to your in-depth reports and images later, Stay cool and hydrated.
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I'll have plenty of both tales and photos as soon as I have the time to get them put together, Helen, in the mean time thanks so much for the visit!
DeleteAt least your computer hasn't melted yet and you can still share with us. I actually love the hot weather, but with 97% humidity it gets old pretty quick. Sounds like a fantastic adventure you are enjoying and I am glad you are safe. Thanks for linking up at Weekend Travel Inspiration.
ReplyDeleteHi Rhonda and thanks for the visit! Yes, I too like hot but this humid part is killing us. 95% again today with temps at 84 - melting! Thanks for the comment!
DeleteI'm glad that all is going well. I can't wait to see India through your eyes. I want to visit the Taj Mahal some day, but dear hubby is reluctant to visit India. He says that if I could just magically transport him to the grounds of the Taj Mahal and skip all the surrounding, he might consider it. Perhaps this cruise will be the key.
ReplyDeleteWe had two lovely 'tastes' of India on the cruise stop. Some left the ship at Cochin (on a ship's tour) and flew to the Taj Mahal, spend two nights and then met up with the ship when we got to Mumbai. All of us had great times - it was so great that Joel and I want to return. You are right a cruise is a good way to get a taste.
DeleteI'm so glad you are safe - though roasty toasty! Wishing you a bit cooler weather and many more happy adventures. :-)
ReplyDeleteSo far we are having a blast! Hot, humid and happy!!! Thanks for the visit. xoxo
DeleteI totally get the humidity factor. This is when you realise what a good fabric cotton is. Looks like you are discovering some great places.
ReplyDeleteMy wardrobe has expanded with the addition of light cotton tops and pants purchased along the way in Thailand and India!! Next time I will pack for practicality and not appearances!! Thanks for the visit, Paula.
DeleteHi Jackie...yes, the humidity in Asia can be overwhelming. I remember when I first moved to Korea and the humidity started around the middle of May and lasted until mid September. I thought I had died and gone to hell....haha. Four shower a day and new clothes each time was a daily event. My body handles it a bit better now, but not by much. Sounds like you two are having a fantastic time!
ReplyDeleteOh Nancie, that shower tale made me laugh. I told Joel when they ask about what we did on the cruise I will say took showers, changed clothes, and washed and dried clothes! It is worth every drop of sweat though!
DeleteJackie, I'd say I was envious of your trip, but truth be told I hate to sweat. Is there a time I can go to these places without sweating?! Lucky you...so many interesting sites. Thanks for linking up with Weekend Travel Inspiration!
ReplyDeleteSounds wonderful, sweat and all!
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