Day at Sea

A relaxing start to the holiday enjoying a day at sea and getting over the time difference and a term of school. Inside cabins always make for a good night's sleep in the absolute pitch black darkness and when we did wake we made a day of eating, drinking and reading.

We spent some time planning ahead and looking at the shore excursions on offer and the Lonely Planet guidebook. We also spent a very anti-social afternoon watching Madagascar, Monsters Inc and Minions rather than up on the packed pool deck.

The evening was 'dress to impress'...but Thomson-style, i.e. pre-tied bowties and short-sleeved, collared shirts!! We made a vague effort for dinner, but first enjoyed the warm sunset whilst drinking prosecco.Read more