Another perfect weather day in Lisbon. It was very hot for the last week and today it was a pleasant 75 degrees or so with a nice breeze could not have been better. It was a religious holiday to day and that caused us some problems touring. The crowds at Pena Castle were huge - a two hour wait so we had to just give it up. However, we had a great guide and a wonderful day with a quick snack of some pastry famous in this area at a very local restaurant. Great excuse to eat the bad stuff! Back on board about 20 minutes before the all aboard and now time to get a quick cup of tea and get ready for the evening meal.

We had booked to go to Seville tomorrow but then decided to stay on board and just wander Cadiz instead. Last time we were here we did the same thing. I think the early start, long bus ride, and the thought of 90 - 100 degree temperatures just made us change our mind. One of these days we must go there as I do understand it is a wonderful place to visit.

Last night was a lot of fun they had a tribute to the Beatles and the music was fabulous. We put on our dancing shoes and Jay (John and Tonia's friend) was dancing up a storm. We had a lot of fun it was a great night. Tonight they are doing a martini night with a few surprises and you must have a password to enter. We still do not know the password must have missed that somehow but figure they will let us in with enough begging and pleading. Sam is doing a great job as cruise director and is very innovative.

This is a very youthful crowd on this itinerary. More people in their 30's and 40s than normal. These events are all well attended.

Be back later