EnglandNewchurchQueen's BowerIsle of Wight/Sandown Airport50°39’15” N 1°9’16” W
September 24, 2022 in England ⋅ ☁️ 17 °C
Finally on our way. Off to catch our boat. Plenty of luggage (just in case) and we are off. See you on the first boat!
EnglandEast CowesEast Cowes Ferry Port50°45’32” N 1°17’24” W
September 24, 2022 in England ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
Our red funnel ferry arrives to take us to the mainland to start our journey.
EnglandEastleigh DistrictHamble50°50’57” N 1°20’11” W
September 24, 2022 in England ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
As we travel up Southampton Water we get our first glimpse of the MSC Virtuosa on her berth at Dock Gate 4. Feels odd getting a boat to our ship but that’s how we roll
EnglandSouthampton50°54’13” N 1°24’27” W
September 24, 2022 in England ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
Queuing for a spot of Chopstix in the Westquay shopping centre food court.
EnglandSouthampton50°54’4” N 1°25’10” W
September 24, 2022 in England ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
Our room is amazing. A nice big bed, lovely bathroom and stunning balcony and views. What a 20th Anniversary treat this is.
EnglandSouthampton50°54’4” N 1°25’10” W
September 24, 2022 in England ⋅ ☁️ 18 °C
The stairs sparkle and the drinks are served by robot… alternative universe we have entered!
EnglandSouthampton50°54’3” N 1°25’10” W
September 24, 2022 in England ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
There are 4 pools onboard. Each has a theme and look amazing. We are reliably told by a slightly blue lad that they are freezing and taste of salt!!! I’m gonna keep my butt on dry land!!!!
EnglandSouthamptonSouthampton Cruise Port50°54’38” N 1°26’44” W
September 24, 2022 in England ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C
In the minvetto restaurant for dinner. Table 452 is ours for the next three days and there are some nice vegan choices.
FranceNormandyCherbourg-en-CotentinCherbourg-OctevillePlage Napoléon49°38’50” N 1°36’58” W
September 25, 2022 in France ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
Up to the buffet for breakfast this morning. It s still dark outside but we are looking forward to going into Cherbourg today.
FranceNormandyCherbourg-en-CotentinCherbourg-OctevillePlage Napoléon49°38’50” N 1°36’58” W
September 25, 2022 in France ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
Back to the buffet. Pizza, chips, beans, sweetcorn and rice. A great view for the departure from Cherbourg
That Empty Nest Life Not our usual attire either. Dressing smartly for this one :)