No, it was aboard the Emilio. I suppose modern cruise ships are often hit by bugs because there are far too many people aboard them. I never sailed in any ship that was hit by these bugs on a grand scale, but the most passengers I ever sailed with was 1,000, plus 350 crew on the Reina del Mar. Windsor Castle had 250 in first class, plus 600 in tourist and 400 crew. We don't even have passports now (too much globe-trotting), so will not be cruising anywhere, or even leaving the country, but it is interesting to hear others experiences. I am an "armchair adventurer" nowadays. Had my latest book From Good Hope to St Helena, published on 4th December last. It sold out by 30th January! That is as far as my seafaring goes these day. It will not be reprinted though, as the first run of a book has to sell out within two weeks of publication, if it is going to be a success., but it still gave me great satisfaction, although it would not appeal to the modern BoatyMcBoatface
generation.
The hardest times often leave the best memories!
Bob
