Friday, March 30, 2018, Cruising the Andaman Sea


The Andaman Sea has long served as a highway for the transport of goods, trade, and ideas that has shaped the cultures of Southeast Asia.  To the east, its pristine waters kiss the coasts of Myanmar, Thailand, and Malaysia.  To the west, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, both part of India, create a physical and cultural border between the Andaman and the Bay of Bengal.  Throughout history, the sea has been a rich source of food.  Today, many Moken people still live on wooden, covered boats on open waters.  The Andaman is also home to some remarkable creatures, including the manatee-like dugong, the Irrawaddy dolphin, and the critically endangered leatherback turtle, the largest turtle in the world.


Grilled surf 'n turf on Deck 7 aft under the light of a full moon.  New friends from Amarillo, Ron and K. 






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