Relaxing at Sea

The first of two sea days was hampered by the horrible cough I'd caught in the last week of school (which sounds like a fork in a washing machine, according to Ben!). That said, it didn't keep us from much; as it is a half term cruise, the itinerary is very geared towards children. So we watched some TV in the room, and grabbed a few beers to watch a spectacular France smash Wales in the Rugby. Today was the only black tie night of the cruise, so we enjoyed another complementary drink before dinner, in which the promised petit fours were sadly lacking! The pilot to guide us down the Elbe joined us about 11pm. It's a shame the journey in and out are both in the dark, as it would be great to see the 70 mile journey inland in the light.Read more