I wrote a long post yesterday and LOST it you would think by now I would be trained to type it in word first.

Monte Carlo - we loved St. Paul de Vence been there before of course but almost NO ONE was there on this trip. Empty streets is was so delightful. I bought a sweater, as you know I seldom shop but I loved this and took the plunge. The weather was perfect in the morning but by the time we got back to the ship the wind was howling. It was so strong we were delayed leaving the dock until the wind settled down.

Barcelona we were lazy and stayed on the ship. An overcast day but it did not rain.

Valencia - we have been here once before and really just visited the Americas cup village as the races were taking place. This time we took the shuttle into town and walked around. What a beautiful town, the buildings are beautiful and the Aquarium and adjoining facilities world class. I want to come back here.

Malaga – every intention of getting off but amazingly it was a very busy day and so we simply ran out of time. We have been here before.

Seas a little choppy at times but nothing significant.

Life is good on the Mariner, the key staff, Captain Stan, Davor (GM) Luis (F&B) are all absolutely fantastic. We had a great evening last night with the BK cocktail party and the final drawing for the free cruise. I think Kathy did not believe it had happened. Ken and were thinking that everyone who has won except the very first couple have been on Safari or are presently booked to go on Safari! Maybe the African witch doctor has cast a spell. There were a ton of names in the bucket this time.

Trivia – not won yet but close. EVENTUALLY it will happen. Tim (Ajax) Penny, Jan, Jim, Ngaire, Ken, Al and Kathy have been playing with some sitting out at times but we have talked Jeff and Susan into joining us today – two teams of five will be better than one team of six. Increase the odds for a LCT win.

The ship did a cute Thanksgiving day parade this morning. Ken will post some pictures eventually. Tonight they have a traditional thanksgiving day meal in Compass Rose that will also be available in Prime 7 and Signatures on request.

Okay off to trivia today MAY be the DAY