We boarded Oceania’s Riviera cruise ship out of Barcelona on a partly cloudy day. It’s small by comparison with 1250 passengers. However, it feels huge compared to our last Oceania cruise that had only 690 passengers.
Our room is palatial – not much smaller than the tiny house we moved out of two years ago. Last time we had an inside cabin not much larger than the bed. This time we have a balcony and there’s enough room to throw a party!
My mother and stepfather are on board and just down the hall.
The first day was a sea day. Relaxing and invigorating at the same time. It felt great to get back in the gym after being away for 2 weeks.
The first port of call was Cadiz, Spain. The historic town was literally out our balcony door.
Cadiz was founded by the Phoenicians some 3,000 years ago making it one of the oldest cities in Western Europe.
In 1980 the remains of a Roman theater were discovered and partially excavated. Said to be built during the 1st century BC. It is claimed to be one of the largest theater ever built in the Roman Empire. I think someone with Napoleon syndrome made this statement and the tourism board ran with it.
It was great fun exploring the narrow streets that just oozed “Spain”. Tapas and a caña (beer) at a street side cafe made it oh so perfect. The temperature was ten degrees warmer and the rain was finally gone.
Un día perfecto.
Interesting city. Great shots Paige
Thank you!
Ha! Elderhood Cruise. Enjoy
Beautiful… Bill’s funny,,, 120 year olds.
It’s great to see 120 year olds enjoying life. Most people are super active. The gym is busy and now that we have sun the pool is wonderful!
Really enjoying the photos. I feel like I am traveling with you.
Thank you! Means a lot coming from you. 😘
Awesome! Certainly a different neighborhood!
So nice to see such a place as Spain💃🏻😃!
Spain is wonderful.