We arrived here yesterday and staying in a cozy airbnb apartment near the Marina. We have a nice balcony where we can sit out and watch the world go by.

Today we walked for miles into Old Town and all around the Promenade where Wednesday's terrible tragedy occurred. For several blocks there is a different memorial overflowing with flowers, candles, stuffed animals, French flags, photos of loved ones etc. It is very very moving and solemn as you stop and say a prayer. There is TONS of security and unlike what's going on in the USA, there are cheers and waving as the police walk and drive by. Many of the businesses are still closed and events cancelled but all the hotels, restaurants seem to be open and the Nice people are staying strong and moving forward. There are also lots and lots of TV cameras and reporters, saw one today from ABC and wished we would have run into Tom Giusto on assignment.

The city is so gorgeous, the weather couldn't be any prettier and the beaches are very popular. I really love it here. We'll be heading down to Monte Carlo Wednesday morning. Tonight we're hooking up with Sue & Ray for dinner (they're at a local hotel where you walk out the door smack at one of the many memorials set up) .

Here are a some photos I've taken yesterday and today.

Thanks for checking in, Marcie. The photos make me so sad. Glad to hear the people who live there are trying to keep their spirits up. Have fun with Sue and Ray - pics please! Cheers!

Thanks for posting, Marcie. So many of us probably have been on that beautiful promenade, so in that way it really touched home. So sad. But you and Tom have a wonderful cruise. All the best! We'll be watching for your updates!

So tomorrow we leave beautiful Nice and very excited to be getting on the Explorer.

Yesterday was the "Moment of Silence" and what a turn out of love and support for all those lost. They've moved all the many memorials into one huge location and re-opened the Promenade highway. Here's a photo of "Moment of Silence" taken from Sue & Ray's balcony. You can feel the love.

Such emotional photographs. Thanks so much for sharing Marcie. Have a great trip.....please send lots of info re the Explorer!!!