Mareblu

That sounds credible, just like in Italy. The cuisine of my husband’s birth region (Friuli) is typical of alpine and pre-alpine European regions, including cooler- water seafood from its Adriatic coast above Venice. It is completely different to the cuisine native to southern Italy. Of course, over time, offerings from regions further afield are tried, accepted and absorbed (pastas, classic desserts, etc.). i’m sure the same would occur in Mexico.

Reminiscent of Cappadocia, Turkey. Is it? I just don’t recall much vegetation.

I couldn’t agree more. “La Serenissima” is my favourite city in the world. My husband was born 100ks to the north, in beautiful Friuli, in the Julian Alps. We have been to Venezia countless times. It’s ethereal.

And for a truly luxurious experience: Tauck tours. They offer some superb experiences in the British Isles.

I’m sure you could.

If a tree falls in the forest…

Just an important correction: age limits in the UK differ between hire car companies. My husband will turn 80 during our Cunard circumnavigation of the British Isles in May. We are sailing in the Med on Oceania prior to flying to Scotland to collect our hire car. We embark Queen Anne after driving and staying in Scotland, England and Wales. We have already arranged car hire. We drove through Scotland and England 18 months ago when he was 78. The age limit for the company we always use (Hertz) is 85. To really immerse yourself in the diverse cultures of the magnificent British Isles and Ireland, a land tour is a must. We usually anchor ourselves in one spot for a few days, exploring that area, then move on to the next. For a limited tasting sample of the culture of each port visited on a cruise, simply enjoy the experience each day brings. For total relaxation and sheer pleasure, a sea voyage is a must for us, that’s why we’re bookending our land exploration with cruises. wishing you an enjoyable adventure, whatever your choice.

Thank you so much for taking the time to post your considered review. We are sailing with friends on Vista in a few weeks, and really looking forward to trying a new Oceania vessel. We've enjoyed Marina, Nautica and Sirena (a few times on Nautica) so it will be interesting to compare. No voyage is perfect, and food and wines are subjective commodities, so we don't embark expecting Utopia. It's always a great idea to begin from a positive perspective, we find, so we'll see.

Wherever it is, this image is spiritually ethereal. Congrats if you captured it.

Few people in Australia take Clive seriously. He somehow quarantines his obviously vast wealth, and pops up every election year with his registered political party, making outrageous and attention-seeking proclamations. Occasionally, they’re spot on. His Titanic dream may be a reality or a fantasy. Time will tell.

I should have also said it is your turn. The lake was good enough. The background is part of the National Arboretum. Good play on words from Mic.

Yes, Lake Burley Griffin. Bonus point if you can identify the background.

Mic’s being quite reserved.

It’s fresh water, not coastal, and not quite NSW

Inland.

No, not Batehaven.

In Japan, tipping is considered an insult to the dignity of the person providing the service. It’s always advisable to research cultural sensitivities when money is involved. Most cruise lines we sail with include gratuities in the fare, but we always tip our butler and room stewards (a lesser amount than the butler). If bar and restaurant staff are included, it’s never-ending. Only once did we not tip a butler who was like a ghost. We never saw him.

I had automatically assumed it was Tiberius, as he ruled from Capri. A quick google revealed it was Augustus. Tiberius had wives hurled from the cliffs when he tired of them. We have been to beautiful Capri many times. Checking for a photo…

Oops, spelling: Caesar

Isle of Capri: Emperor Ceasar Augustus?

It's actually hilarious, and makes absolutely no sense at all, including the spelling. As it's not a CC review, I'm pretty sure I'm safe in saying that. I giggled at the Toscana review: terrible one evening, redeemed itself the next. How he ended up giving Vista a 1* overall is unfathomable. His take on Ember: brilliant. Yes, others will not be amused. Thanks, @ak1004 for the link.

Yes, it is. Beautiful, ancient volcanic “plug”. The rich soils are cultivated with wheat, barley, tulips, and opium poppies. The largest supplier of medicinal opium (strictly controlled) in the southern hemisphere, if not the world. Your turn.

No, BUT…

Not Western Australia either