TO THE MS MAUD

 TROMSO AND BOARDING THE MS MAUD:

We actually slept till 0800. We had a very nice breakfast at the Quality Hotel Saga. We then packed our bags and stored them at the hotel and struck out for the Troll Museum. 

Most things inTromso open at 1000, so no rush at all this morning. We enjoyed the troll museum, learning about the troll of Norway. 

Before we knew it it was almost 1300 so we went back to the hotel and gathered our bags for a 2 block walk to the MS Maud. 

Our stateroom was ready so we dropped our bags and explored the ship to get our bearings.

First we got at temperature check and dropped off our health forms. Next was getting stateroom keys and photos. Then we received our expedition parkas and crampons for icy conditions.

We went to reception and provided a credit card and inquired about a room upgrade. Later we learned our room is the size of a suite so decided to forego an upgrade. 

We had a lite lunch of a great fish sandwich. Lynn had a fantastic Cloudberry Milkshake. 



More exploring was in order and we checked out the Science Lab and the History Corner. Great chats with the staff, I can not wait for their presentations.

Then there was the mandatory safety drill where we learned about the exposure suits. Our muster point is the Explorer Bar on Deck 8. 

We got signed up for our excursions for the week and set up our room phone to receive announcement for any northern light activity. 

Then a most excellent dinner, with NO EXCELLENT SPEECH. Some will understand. I had a roast pumpkin and veg starter, and for our main I had a  great crusted veal and Lynn had pan seared cod. We shared our table with some new friends from the states. Great conversation was had with like minded travel folks. 

I will also say a nice selection of wine is included with ones meal. 



We have only been onboard about 8 hours and and very very very impressed with every aspect. 

I will get some room photos and ship photos together as the week progresses. 

Next up is a talk on tomorrows activities, followed by a Captain’s reception, followed by a “Tiny Talk” on the Northern Fulmar 

- BUT - 

NORTHERN LIGHTS HAVE BEEN SIGHTED!



Back inside to meet the expedition staff and the Captain. Then we were briefed on the events of tomorrow. Then what they call a tiny talk (short presentation) on the Northern Fulmer and it’s relationship to plastics in the Arctic Oceans.