Written on November 19, 2019 in
USA
On sea days (did I mention that I love sea days) we have coffee delivered to our cabin. I love sitting on the balcony watching the clouds and waves. At 10:00 am we head to the Trident Grill for a “Late Risers” breakfast. Many yummy choices: omelets, eggs any way, bagels and lox, pancakes, fresh...
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Written on November 17, 2019 in
USA
Our port visit to Lisbon saw quite a bit of activity, as most passengers, save for about 150 fortunate folks disembarked and about 600 came on board. We woke to beautiful blue skies and this view of our new favorite city. After breakfast in our cabin, we left Serenity for a brief stroll. Timmy purchased...
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Written on November 16, 2019 in
USA
We were docked in Gibraltar from 8 am to 1 pm and decided not to leave the ship. The cold, the clouds and the monkeys all contributed to our decision to stay on board. We enjoyed a late risers breakfast in the Trident Grill. Blintzes for me. Pancakes for Timmy. This adorable couple have been...
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Written on November 15, 2019 in
USA
We love returning to Malaga. On previous trips we visited the Castillo de Gibralfaro, the Alcazaba and Roman ruins, Central Market and also hired a driver to visit surrounding towns. This time we strolled around on a very quiet Sunday morning, enjoying the Christmas decorations and virtually empty streets. I was grateful for the coat...
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Written on November 12, 2019 in
Cruising
On most Voyages, Crystal offers Wine Pairing dinners and lunches. We’ve enjoyed the dinners and opted to indulge in the Champagne Lunch on this sailing. Head Sommelier Tilmar Pfefferkorn organized and presented our luncheon event. And oh my what a wonderful event it was. Timmy and I arrived about 15...
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Written on November 11, 2019 in
Europe
We woke to bright sun pouring into our stateroom. Room service breakfast and we headed out in search of Paella. The sun was strong and warm on our balcony, so you can imagine my surprise when almost immediately upon leaving Serenity we were confronted with a brisk wind and darkening skies. I’d dressed for summer...
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Written on November 10, 2019 in
Europe
We began our visit to Mallorca as we do most days with breakfast of coffee, an English muffin and yogurt. We awoke to sunny skies and this view from our balcony. Crystal’s shuttle bus brought us to the outskirts of Palma, across from the stunning Palma...
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Written on November 8, 2019 in
Europe
On our third day in Barcelona we set out on a mission to repair a gold chain that my mom gave me many years ago. Timmy had “pinned” a half dozen jewelry stores on google maps. We began with a stroll along La Rambla,the pedestrian walkway. Here’s a closeup of the wavy...
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Written on November 7, 2019 in
Europe
Our friend and guide, Francisco Miro, fetched us at 10:30 a.m. If we can help it, we never want to be off the ship before 10:00 a.m. Leaving the city at that hour was easy peasy. Arriving in Garraf, a cool seaside resort town, we came upon some surfers who had...
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After a fun day in Barcelona we fetched our pre-dinner refreshments from the Cove and headed into Waterside for another delightful dinner. Lobster strudelYummy soups Lemon Sole with Pumpkin Ravioli Steak Diane Sour cherry crumble The show Sweet Soul Music was delightful. We we amazed to learn that...
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