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Van Life in New Zealand - Travels with Ladybird. Episode 2.
This week we travel to Millers Flat, check out a harness race at Wyndham, stay at the marvellous Monkey Island Bay and a beach full of gemstones. Then breakfast in Riverton-Aparima.
Filmed on Lumix G95, GoPro 10, Samsung Galaxy 21,
Microphone, DJI Mic
Drone, DJI Mini 2SE
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Van life in NEW ZEALAND. Travels in Ladybird.
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Our very first campervan! And we take you with us as we come to grips with having a mobile home! Follow us as we explore our wonderful country. Filmed on Lumix G95, GoPro 10, Samsung Galaxy 21, Microphone, DJI Mic Drone, DJI Mini 2SE
Episode 9. Tokyo Part 2.
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We check out a number places in Tokyo including Ueno, Godzilla, Imperial Palace. Our final days in Japan.
We arrive in Tokyo. Episode 8.
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After disembarking the Royal Princess at Yokohama, we head to Tokyo to see the sights of one of the worlds most amazing city.
Royal Princess Cruise to Japan. Episode 7. Mount Fuji.
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We arrive at Shimizu and view the spectacular Mount Fuji. We take part in a Japanese Ceremonial Tea preparation. We also wander the amazing Tokaido Hiroshige Art Museum. The final song is named 'Mollytown', written and performed by Ray - enjoy!
Royal Princess Cruise Episode 6, OSAKA
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This week we explore the magnificent city of OSAKA. We visit the Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine, Osaka Castle, and take ride on a giant ferris wheel. Plus meet the wonderful people.
Royal Princess Cruise. Episode 5. JAPAN, Kagoshima, Kochi and Ship Happenings.
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We arrive in Japan to Kagoshima and then Kochi. Plus we check out the beautiful Royal Princess.
Royal Princess Cruise TAIWAN. Episode 4
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We spend the day checking out the elegant and wonderful city of Taipei. We will return!
Episode 3 Royal Princess Hong Kong
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Follow us as we check out Hong Kong. Do we make it back to the cruise port on time? Opps...
Royal Princess Cruise. Sydney to Yokohama. Episode 2.
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We cross the Equator after visiting Darwin with 5 sea days as we head to Hong Kong.
Royal Princess Cruise. Sydney to Yokohama. Episode 1.
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In this episode we arrive in Sydney to stormy weather. After spending a day there we board the beautiful Royal Princess to commence our cruise to Yokohama. A day at sea and then first stop Brisbane where we head to Surfer's Paradise for the day.
CRUISING NEW ZEALAND. We show you things to do in Dunedin. Part 1
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CRUISING NEW ZEALAND. We show you things to do in Dunedin. Part 1
Music Interval
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Music Interval
CRUISE, COACH and DRIVE Fiordland, New Zealand
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CRUISE, COACH and DRIVE Fiordland, New Zealand
A Roadtrip To See Robbie Williams.
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A Roadtrip To See Robbie Williams.
The Best in the World Women's Rugby. WXV.1 Dunedin, Aotearoa-New Zealand
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The Best in the World Women's Rugby. WXV.1 Dunedin, Aotearoa-New Zealand
Pacific Explorer Bounty Adventure. July 2023. Episode 4
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Pacific Explorer Bounty Adventure. July 2023. Episode 4
Pacific Explorer Bounty Adventure July 2023. Episode 3.
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Pacific Explorer Bounty Adventure July 2023. Episode 3.
Pacific Explorer Bounty Adventure July 2023 Episode 2
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Pacific Explorer Bounty Adventure July 2023 Episode 2
Pacific Explorer Bounty Adventure July 2023 Episode 1
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Pacific Explorer Bounty Adventure July 2023 Episode 1
A weekend in Invercargill.
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A weekend in Invercargill.
Hidden Gem. Ross Creek, Dunedin, New Zealand
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Hidden Gem. Ross Creek, Dunedin, New Zealand
Hidden Gem. Dunedin Botanical Gardens Autumn '23
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Hidden Gem. Dunedin Botanical Gardens Autumn '23
NZ OPEN 2023 and Sightseeing in Central Otago
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NZ OPEN 2023 and Sightseeing in Central Otago
Episode 6. Majestic Princess. Last Sea Day and Sydney!
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Episode 6. Majestic Princess. Last Sea Day and Sydney!
Episode 5 on the Majestic Princess Jan/Feb 2023
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Episode 5 on the Majestic Princess Jan/Feb 2023
Episode 4. On Board Majestic Princess in our home port of Dunedin.
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Episode 4. On Board Majestic Princess in our home port of Dunedin.
Episode 3. On board Majestic Princess.
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Episode 3. On board Majestic Princess.
Episode 2 on the Majestic Princess
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Episode 2 on the Majestic Princess
Episode 1 Majestic Princess. NZ and Australia.
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Episode 1 Majestic Princess. NZ and Australia.

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  • @tonychristie4009
    @tonychristie4009 6 днів тому

    Beautiful scenery, love traveling with you on holiday. Thanks for sharing.. we do live in a beautiful park of the world 😊😊

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 6 днів тому

      Yes we are so lucky to live here! And it doesn't matter what season. They're all neat.

  • @TravelTalesVlogs
    @TravelTalesVlogs 7 днів тому

    Hey guys, you stumbled up on some great beaches we loved Gemstone beach especially because of the waves :) Great vlog it feels great to explore New Zealand with you ♥ Happy Travels 😀

  • @glennkaye7587
    @glennkaye7587 7 днів тому

    Thank-you, enjoyed this. Caravaning is fun. But I would rather be cruising.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 6 днів тому

      Haha. It's a split decision at the moment for us between them both 😁

  • @sandrastephenson9369
    @sandrastephenson9369 7 днів тому

    Another fantastic video. Gemstone Beach, right up my alley ❤

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 7 днів тому

      Thank you. Gemstone Beach was such a surprise! Great spot.

  • @Almacni
    @Almacni 7 днів тому

    Once again a fabulous journey. Just thinking back our trip in the Campervan, ditching the waste water and topping up the drinking and washing water. Remember to put the caps on tight...before travelling putting the plugs in the shower and sink to stop anything coming back up into the van...learning to shower conservatively...wash down turn off soap up and then wash off. New Zealand is a beautiful country and has so many beautiful stops and sites....love the KIWI Mince on toast. Thank you again for sharing your travels...will be looking out of then next Lady Bug clip.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 7 днів тому

      Neat comments. Thank you. We are slowly getting into a routine when parking up or heading off. Once again, thank you for your comments. See you on the next one!

  • @boeing17G
    @boeing17G 7 днів тому

    Nice video guys. Enjoyed the drone footage. Nice music and scene structure. The history was interesting. Keep up the good work.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 7 днів тому

      Thank you for the feedback. Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @user-gu4ru7pc5r
    @user-gu4ru7pc5r 7 днів тому

    So many memories of growing up in Southland 😊

  • @kiwihib
    @kiwihib 8 днів тому

    We took a bucket of stones back home to Thames from Gemstone Beach.

  • @kiwihib
    @kiwihib 8 днів тому

    Did you pass through Dumbarton on the way down from Millers Flat?

  • @lunglengparis2867
    @lunglengparis2867 8 днів тому

    You two are amazing.......our family love to see you.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 8 днів тому

      Oh thank you so much! We're so pleased you enjoyed it!

  • @kiwihib
    @kiwihib 9 днів тому

    My parents dragged us kids to the Beaumont races every year.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 9 днів тому

      Beaumont and Tapanui races were great days.

    • @kiwihib
      @kiwihib 9 днів тому

      @@rayandjotravels Never got to Tapanui, mainly Wingatui and Wakouaiti and Omakau when I worked at Ranfurly.

  • @Scottygirlnz
    @Scottygirlnz 10 днів тому

    I stumbled across this video by chance :) It reminded me of when we picked up our motorhome for the first time two years ago. We've since travelled over 30,000 kms to the top of the North an bottom of the South and most places in between. The freedom is wonderful... enjoy your new adventures.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 10 днів тому

      Oh wow, thank you! It's very exciting for us and we're living it up. We're really looking forward to what lies ahead. Might see you on the journey! Thanks for watching 🙂

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 10 днів тому

      PS. Any tips on where to venture and what to do would be appreciated.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 8 днів тому

      Thank you for the email.

  • @InOurLittleHouse
    @InOurLittleHouse 10 днів тому

    We enjoyed this so so much! You guys are the best! So cool to see some of New Zealand too!

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 10 днів тому

      Hey, thank you! We are loving it. We wish we would've started years ago like you guys. However, life got in the way! So our advice to you, two beautiful people, is do as much as you can NOW. In the blink of an eye , your our age 😂 ❤️

  • @cherriewaaka6206
    @cherriewaaka6206 12 днів тому

    Kiaora You 2 are adorable. Your beautiful wife is a sweetie. Thank you for sharing your journey's x

  • @Almacni
    @Almacni 14 днів тому

    Love your journeys. My wife and I did this back in 2022 visiting our daughter in Rotorua. We hired a campervan and I would love to plug their name but won't here. But they are in Auckland meet us at the airport the day after we arrived, as we flew in from Norfolk island spent the night at the hotel located at the airport so that we could get our feet on the ground. We travelled from Auckland to Rotorua and spent most of our time at our Daughters partners house and was given an adapter so we could plug into the house supply. Spent a couple of nights at Orewa before taking our van back to the hire company....sad day saying goodbye to the van. I would highly recommend this to anyone who has never done this sort of trip. Love your clips and commentary, first meet your clips with the cruise you did my home on Norfolk Island. This clip has brought back memories and only wish to do it again, but spending more time touring than parked up at a home. The warmth of the caravan, the meals and driving all makes travelling and touring so special. Thank you for sharing your trip...and again if you are ever on Norfolk Island I would offer the Norfolk Island hand out to have you here for a cuppa or a dinner.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 14 днів тому

      What a neat story! In 2021 we hired campervan for a 3 week trip around the nth island and gave us a taste for it. We are so enjoying ourselves and feel really lucky to be doing what we're doing. Would love to take up your offer when next in Norfolk Island. Yes, we will return.

    • @Almacni
      @Almacni 13 днів тому

      @@rayandjotravels If I could do this every year I would. We are heading to Europe next year with Holidaymax. First time as far out of Australia and Norfolk island. Certainly like to welcome you back to NI.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 13 днів тому

      @Almacni, oh, nice!

  • @cherriewaaka6206
    @cherriewaaka6206 15 днів тому

    Beautiful couple thoroughly enjoyed that. Your beautiful is a sweetie x subscribing

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 14 днів тому

      Kia ora, and thank you for your kind comments and subscription. See you on the next one!

  • @boeing17G
    @boeing17G 15 днів тому

    Great video guys. Your production skills are great! Enjoyed the music and the quality of the commentary. We are Mo Vanners from up north so keen to see some camping spots down south. We'll be down there soon so will stop at a few of your spots. Keep up the good work!

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 15 днів тому

      Hey thank you. We're having a ball with the van and couldn't be more happier! We'll certainly share camping areas we find. Exciting! Might see you on the way one day 😉

  • @TravelTalesVlogs
    @TravelTalesVlogs 15 днів тому

    Hello from Europe, welcome to vanlife and a BIG congratulations! We love your motorhome it looks really spacious and comfy 😀 We loved the video and music, you both look SUPER happy so cute! Happy Travels 🚐

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 15 днів тому

      Thank you! It was you guys who helped inspire us to do this. We've even got Toula, coming into Ladybird but she is still timid. When we are back home we leave the door open and she enters when she feels like it. Our cat in the other hand, loves Ladybird 😄 Thank you again Charlene, Chris and Holly ❤️

  • @user-nm2wf2vk9b
    @user-nm2wf2vk9b 15 днів тому

    hi guys, what’s the best option for wifi on Pacific explorer, we leave tomorrow 🎉

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 15 днів тому

      Depending when you need it, urgent or otherwise? I think it gets cheaper everyday as the cruise progresses. Sometimes on embarkation day they may run a special? Happy cruising!!!

    • @user-nm2wf2vk9b
      @user-nm2wf2vk9b 15 днів тому

      @@rayandjotravels thanks for that , wasn’t sure if getting a roaming package with spark would be cheaper

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 15 днів тому

      The roaming package works good on land but you need ships wifi at sea. 😀

    • @user-nm2wf2vk9b
      @user-nm2wf2vk9b 15 днів тому

      @@rayandjotravels thank you , clearly i’m new to this 🥴

  • @tonychristie4009
    @tonychristie4009 15 днів тому

    Beautiful camper and the name ladybird lovely. Our kiwi weather has a real ice nip in the air up here in Rotorua. 😊😊

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 15 днів тому

      Thanks. We're in the process of getting 'Ladybird' as a decal to stick on the van 😁 Yeah the weather is chilly chilly down this way. See you on the next one.

  • @tonychristie4009
    @tonychristie4009 15 днів тому

    Hi guy's, looking forward to the travel adventures you share with us. 😊😊

  • @sandrastephenson9369
    @sandrastephenson9369 15 днів тому

    I really enjoy your videos. I look forward to the next one ❤

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 15 днів тому

      Thank you so much for watching and commenting. We love making them.

  • @laureldick8834
    @laureldick8834 15 днів тому

    Been to all those places just lovely, i do miss the travelling around

  • @diaryofaj
    @diaryofaj 16 днів тому

    This was another great episode x looking forward to all the places you take us along to in ladybird ❤

  • @mariaspiteri1446
    @mariaspiteri1446 16 днів тому

    I love watching you guys I feel like I there with you love the van so nice to have all the freedom to do what you want and go anywhere well done guys keep on travelling.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 16 днів тому

      Thank you for your lovely comments! Yes, we are very excited in what lies ahead.

  • @mariako4391
    @mariako4391 16 днів тому

    Thanks for taking us to the places we have not been. It is very nice of you. Enjoy your van trip.👍👍👋👋🙏🏻🙏🏻😍😍

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 16 днів тому

      Thank you very much! Very happy you enjoyed it ❤️

  • @user-nm2wf2vk9b
    @user-nm2wf2vk9b 22 дні тому

    we head off on this ship next monday from Auckland for nine days 🎉

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 22 дні тому

      So does our daughter, her husband and son!

    • @user-nm2wf2vk9b
      @user-nm2wf2vk9b 21 день тому

      @@rayandjotravels tell them to drop us a message and we can say hi 🛳😊🎉

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 21 день тому

      Yes will do!

  • @user-nm2wf2vk9b
    @user-nm2wf2vk9b 22 дні тому

    beautiful beach , we were there for the first time a year ago 🎉

  • @tonychristie4009
    @tonychristie4009 23 дні тому

    Another fantastic video. Thanks for sharing your holiday and taking us along 😊😊

  • @mahamudul_youtube
    @mahamudul_youtube 26 днів тому

    I watch all your videos and share your videos with my friends and ask everyone to subscribe your videos are amazing when will the next video come out

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 26 днів тому

      Thank you so much for watching and sharing. We appreciate it very much. Our next video should be out on the weekend. Thank you once again.

  • @barbyeo2548
    @barbyeo2548 27 днів тому

    Loved going with you on your journey and look forward to the next one

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels 27 днів тому

      Thank you so much and we've really appreciated your input 😊

  • @mariako4391
    @mariako4391 Місяць тому

    Good!!!👍👍👋👋🙏🏻🙏🏻😍😍

  • @mariako4391
    @mariako4391 Місяць тому

    I think you have been to a lot of places which I have not been.!!! Great!👋👋👍👍😘😘

  • @barbyeo2548
    @barbyeo2548 Місяць тому

    Really enjoyed watching your vlogs, i think i was as excited as you guys. I've made notes from some of your comments for our upcoming trip in October and i do believe we will be staying at the Washington Hotel as well. What scares me most is navigating the trains especially from what i can see, its all in Japanese. Tell me your secret. Look forward to watching your next adventnture.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels Місяць тому

      Thank you. Yes, the train system looks daunting but it is easy to navigate when it's broken down into the train line you want to use. There are also various signs in English plus the locals are great at helping you! We recommend getting Suica Card and loading it with a few yen. Search on UA-cam how to do it as there are many good videos about it. I will try and find the link to a guy who explains it better than us! Also how to use the rail system. The Washington Hotel is okay and clean and very handy in Shinjuku, but try and upgrade before you arrive to a larger room room than we had, as it's very, very tiny but I think most hotels in Tokyo are smallish. Despite all that Tokyo and Japan is a fabulous place to visit. The sights, sounds and above all, the people are fantastic.

  • @rafliandrea
    @rafliandrea Місяць тому

    Awesome!!

  • @yurchanphiawungshichihui2019
    @yurchanphiawungshichihui2019 Місяць тому

    Tokyo city is so amazing and the couple also too lovely...... ❤❤❤

  • @andyrh9
    @andyrh9 Місяць тому

    Thank you for your vlogs guys. An absolute inspiration to a couple of new cruisers like us. We did our first voyage on Royal around NZ and AU last March. Doing another small cruise this summer and then Diamond Princess in 2026 around Japan. Best wishes for your future cruising adventures

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels Місяць тому

      Hey, cool about your upcoming Japan cruise on the Diamond. Thanks for your kind words, and thanks so much for watching.

  • @yurchanphiawungshichihui2019
    @yurchanphiawungshichihui2019 Місяць тому

    Nice video one of my favorite couple in the world.... I wish i could be there with you😊

  • @rachealwilliams3599
    @rachealwilliams3599 Місяць тому

    I really enjoy watching you two! From New Zealand.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels Місяць тому

      Kia ora. Thank you Rachel. So glad you enjoyed the videos. What part of NZ? We live down south in Dunedin.

    • @rachealwilliams3599
      @rachealwilliams3599 Місяць тому

      @@rayandjotravels Hi I am from Northland. My family and I are heading on our first cruise, so that is how I came accross you videos. Thank you both for your videos.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels Місяць тому

      Good on you. Enjoy!!

  • @Pollydoodle
    @Pollydoodle Місяць тому

    Great video, we were also on this cruise, actually saw ourselves here and there a few times. Brought back lots of memories! Thank you!

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels Місяць тому

      So glad you enjoyed it and to view yourselves! We re-watch the videos too just to remember the neat memories! Thank you for watching.

  • @yurchanphiawungshichihui2019
    @yurchanphiawungshichihui2019 Місяць тому

    Greetings from Chanphi..... Dear Ray & Joe. What a beautiful voyage.... and thanks for bringing close the scenic beauty of Fuji. You are always close to my heart❤

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels Місяць тому

      Hello Chanphi! How lovely to hear from you. We think of you often, always wondering what you are doing 🤎 Thank you so much for watching. 🙏

    • @yurchanphiawungshichihui2019
      @yurchanphiawungshichihui2019 Місяць тому

      I stayed back in my hometown. The time we meet was my last contract... I could not join the work anymore. Nway..... Eagerly awaiting your next videos .... On updating where ever you go.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels Місяць тому

      @yurchanphiawungshichihui2019 We are pleased you are home with family. We hope you are happy. We are sure you are as you are a happy person! We are heading on cruise next year to India!

    • @yurchanphiawungshichihui2019
      @yurchanphiawungshichihui2019 Місяць тому

      Wow that a good plan I wanna to see you.... Ye come to India I can't wait... When I saw your video I recolect all the memories I really missing you ❤

  • @glennkaye7587
    @glennkaye7587 Місяць тому

    On your way home?

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels Місяць тому

      Heading from Christchurch to Southland 😃

  • @tonychristie4009
    @tonychristie4009 Місяць тому

    Another beautiful video, cheers 😊😊

  • @tonychristie4009
    @tonychristie4009 Місяць тому

    Beautiful gardens, magical ❤yummy food 😋. Our cruise isn't next year but bought forward to September Yah ... thanks again for sharing your lovely videos 😊😊

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels Місяць тому

      Thank you for watching and yay! About your cruise!

  • @diaryofaj
    @diaryofaj Місяць тому

    What a spectacular view you had of Mt.Fuji from your balcony. How special was the tea ceremony, definitely makes me want to go visit. ❤ looking forward to seeing what you get up to in Tokyo.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels Місяць тому

      Yeah, we were so lucky! Tokyo coming soon.

  • @barbyeo2548
    @barbyeo2548 Місяць тому

    Is that you singing? Certainly sounds like you, very nice regardless

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels Місяць тому

      Yes, that is Ray! He writes his own songs and plays/sings on them.

  • @barbyeo2548
    @barbyeo2548 Місяць тому

    What a beautiful view of Mount Fuji from your balcony, fabulous. Very lucky.

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels Місяць тому

      Yes the mountain was very special and we were so lucky to be able to view it all day!

  • @tonychristie4009
    @tonychristie4009 Місяць тому

    Thanks again for sharing, your video's are taking us with you so cheers we're enjoying the holiday 😊😊. So welcome back home . Look forward to your next cruise. You guy's are lovely 😍 happy travels 😊

    • @rayandjotravels
      @rayandjotravels Місяць тому

      Cheers for that ! Thank you for commenting. Love your feedback.

  • @tonychristie4009
    @tonychristie4009 Місяць тому

    Love the singing 😊 lots of fun, cool bananas. Another beautiful holiday and ship. Thanks for sharing 👍

  • @tonychristie4009
    @tonychristie4009 Місяць тому

    Wow what a magical place, thanks for sharing your beautiful video's 😍