It looks like that Icelandic eruption has stalled all air flights across northern Europe. I hope things get settled by Monday, when I fly from Rome to London. In the meantime I shall just relish the pleasures of travelling by ship.
Wednesday in Cádiz
Today’s excursion goes to two Andalusian villages: Cornil de la Frontera, an upscale seaside resort, and Vejer de la Frontera, a typical hilltop “white” village. Before returning to the ship, we also visit the National Park that contains the Trafalgar Monument, a memorial to the great naval battle that Spain and France lost to Britain. After we return to Cádiz, I spend the afternoon wandering in the Old City. Although there are no "must-see" monuments or museums in Cádiz (which explains why Michelin gives it only one star), there are wonderful curving lanes, housefronts adorned with potted flowers, and caged birds singing from all directions.
Passing Gibraltar
The Eurodam passes through the Straits of Gibraltar tonight, staying close to the shore of Africa. I can see lights in the distance, but otherwise it is too dark and the winds too rough to see much beyond the other ships travelling through the Straits. It’s a somewhat rough passage, but it is usual for the winds and currents to be turbulent as the Atlantic and Mediterranean meet. By 8:30 pm as we emerge from the Straits, the ship already feels more steady and smooth.
Wednesday Dinner: Third Formal Night
• Jumbo shrimp cocktail
• Chilled mixed berry soup, with crème fraiche
• Lobster tail in drawn butter sauce, with potatoes and vegetables
• Strawberry ice cream
Thursday: Almería and Andalusia
Thursday morning we dock in Almeria to explore the southwestern portion of Andalusia, but now it’s time for me to explore dreamland.
Vejer
Vejer
Cornil
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