We’ve landed in Rotterdam on Saturday! And they were celebrating Summer Carnival. It reminded me of my New Orleans Mardi Gras experiences – big floats, crazy costumes. You couldn’t ask for better weather – sunshine! Sadly I didn’t have much free time to catch beads because today was a day full of two tours. We …
Dutch Delight – Willemstad and Oudenbosch
By Merry Mary Well we’re in the last few days of the cruise. I’m having a fine time, except starting to feel the hints of a cold. Today was a trip in the morning to Oudenbosh and their homage of the basilica in Rome. I love that a priest was able to inspire his flock to give (and …
Dutch Delight – Nijmegen
By Merry Mary First let me tell you that I’m still unable to pronounce this town’s name correctly. The morning was spent sailing (thru the lock again), headed toward Nijmegen. We arrived early under the helm of my handsome captain. This was my stupid day. Every trip has a stupid day where you make stupid decisions. So yeah, …
Dutch Delight – Haarlingen/Franeker
By Merry Mary This was the day. I was walking behind some folks as we wandered around Haarlingen…and this gentleman coughed. There was nowhere for me to run and hide. And you guessed it…I got sick. This Old World virus did take a few days to properly incubate (from Wednesday until Monday’s flight home). Let’s not speak anymore …