June 18, 2024
Recharge Days & German Food!
Some days I just need to recharge or get stuff done; Sunday & Monday were that for me. I have been really affected by allergies in Ireland and German, tons of pollen, so needed a trip to pharmacy. I also was in desperate need of a Mani / Pedi and quite happy what I negotiated at OH LA LA! I also needed some computer time for work & personal finances, and I needed to do laundry. It was also not the best weather, spotty showers, so perfect days to chill and relax!
WOW!! I can't believe it has been two years of sailing around the World already for me and my fellow shipmates on the Villa Vie Odyssey! We left Belfast, Ireland back on September 30, 2024 and it has been such a great adventure to date! We have been to 201 different ports, some more than once, during those two years, with much more to come!
Before coming to Cambodia , I sadly have to admit I was unaware of the landmine problems they face. On our first night in Siem Reap, where we hiked up the hill to try and see the sunset views, there was a small band of men playing instruments and our tuk tuk driver explained to me they were victims of landmine explosions who had lost limbs or their sight and were trying to make money via donations to support their families.
I rallied for our last temple of the morning, because I heard this one was unique and I think it was my favorite. Ta Prohm was built starting in 1186 by King Jayavarman VII as a Buddhist monastery and university dedicated to the king's mother. It was left mostly un-restored so that huge banyan and silk cotton trees grow directly over and through the walls. In 2001, the Lara Croft: Tomb Raider movie was filmed here.