Way Down Upon the Guadalquivir

The Guadalquivir River is the largest and longest river in Spain. Its name is Arabic for “Big River.” I was surprised at breakfast this morning as I looked out and saw our ship passing through a dredged channel in the middle of a tidal marsh.

We are about 2/3 of the way upstream going towards Seville. Now the land on either side of us looks dry, and I see some farm equipment making dusty clouds in the distance. So this land is certainly arable. There are dark gray rain clouds in the distance, and I do hope these farmers get some showers. It looks as though they need some.

We are excited about a leisurely sea day today and a wonderful tour of the Royal Alcázar tomorrow.Read more