Friday, January 17, 2025 – Photo of the Day – At Sea

The Boutique on The Silver Dawn

Where in the World Are We?

Sailing from Osaka to Hiroshima, Japan.

Today’s Activities Included:

9:45 Destination Lecture with Evelyn Evans –

Hiroshima: The site of the devastating first strike of an atomic bomb as an act of war
Hiroshima’s Peace Park is now a place of reflection – its skeletal domed building a stark reminder of the futility of war and the 100,000 who died. The museum is an essential destination. Miyajima, a short ferry ride away, is the famous red Torii Gate site in the sea opposite Hiroshima.

11:00 Intermediate Bridge

2:00 Enrichment Lecture with Dr Robin Craig – Reach for the Stars: Challenges in Space Exploration
Explore the science of reaching beyond Earth. In this fascinating talk you will hear about the problems and solutions for getting into space, living in space, settling other worlds – and perhaps reaching the stars and beyond.

3:00 Enrichment Lecture with John Stainton – Crikey, what an Adventure
After achieving worldwide fame through his television and movies, Steve Irwin’s career almost derailed through two unfortunate misadventures. Then, it regains its momentum, but it is cut short by the tragedy on Batts Reef.

Dinner at Alantide Restaurant

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