We sailed the Adriatic, Mediteranean and Ionean Seas to Messina Strait, through the narrowest point (<400 metres) and on to the active Stromboli Volcano. Unfortunately, we didn't see any volcanic activity.
This morning we went to a lecture about Pompeii and Herculanium. Quite timely since we are visiting Pompeii tomorrow.
We received a personal invitation to join the captain for a tour of the bridge. It was a very impressive tour. He even took us into the navigation room. We had a wonderful visit.
We dined at the Chef's Table restaurant for the first time. It is one of only 2 restaurants requiring a reservation. There were 5 courses presented to us. We simply eat what is served. No need to order. We started with cucumber and romaine, with goat cheese mousse; oxtail consommé with julienned vegetables; granita made with vodka, mint and mixed berries; super tender lamb filet; chocolate nut brownie, chocolate mirror glaze and pistachio ice cream for dessert. Each course had a different wine. We did not overindulge this time. We just had a couple of sips of each.
We finished the day with the very talented Viking Singers and Dancers. Somehow, we managed to climb 27 flights of stairs...on a sea day....impressive!
What happened to Sunday and Monday blog?
ReplyDeleteOK I am officially depressed.
ReplyDeleteYou have 2 choices. You can join us in Barcelona Sunday, which is pretty soon. Or you can join us in Bergen In a couple of weeks. It would be fun!
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ReplyDeleteThis is the Sunday Blog. Monday was Naples and it's coming. I'm still working on Rome, Tuesday. Today is Wednesday and we went to Pisa. So, you should have them all except for Rome and Pisa. Check the archives list on the sidebar to see what you might be missing.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you are having a wonderful time.
ReplyDeleteActually.....we are having a blast!
DeleteGot them now. Sunday's just arrived.
ReplyDeleteHi Bob and Rose-Marie! Glad to see you're having such a fabulous time. I am following faithfully as are a few of my consultants here at the office. Safe travels!
ReplyDeleteWonderful! Even Viking is following. Did you hear of the 141 day?
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