The Cloud to Monte Carlo

[duct tape]

Good morning. New crowd, new thread. Enjoyed Rosseau Girl and joe fromchicagp last segment. A good time was had by all. Left Southampton in a little drizzle but that's OK, we need local flavor. The ship is full again, 289. The folks who did not show for the boat drill were called out. Glad to see it. Arrived in St Malo this morning to warm, glorious sunshine. Out to La Dutchess Ann for some of that crusty bread and lobsters as we watch the world go by in this charming village. Most folks are off to Mont St Michelle. Already spotted daddyo.

[UKCruiseJeff]

Enjoy your cruise .....:)

[oregon50]

Life boat drill. Is it still shoulder to shoulder, on deck with life jackets on?

Thanks!

[RosseauGirl]

Missing being there already.....keep the trivia streak going for us! :D

 

Enjoy

 

Michele

[WesW]

Thanks for the Cloud on board reports Duct tape. Have a terrific voyage and enjoy your lobster & crusty bread too.

[Herman The Cat]

DuctTape, glad to hear weathering is improving. I'm expecting hot weather once you get to Monte Carlo.

 

Who do you suspect will be onboard on Aug. 26--I.e., CD, Captain, HD, maitre 'd and cruise consultant?

[Emtbsam]

Hi Duct Tape -

 

Please say hi to Julie, the International Hostess, on board. She is the person who created the advanced French class that four of us took on the Norway cruise. What a treat! She was a first class instructor, and a delightful person also. I never expected to be doing doing homework on board a cruise, but the class was something I looked forward to on sea days! We hope to see her again, possibly on the charter next year.

 

We hope Duct Tape's other half is feeling better soon.

[duct tape]

Emtbsam, Julie was thrilled to hear from you and sends her regards as well. Hermanthecat, most of mngmt will still be here when you board: capt Ritigliano, CD Davud Lawton boards, Gianni, HD, Jorge the maitre'd and Carl is CC. We are at sea on our way to Bordeaux. 16/62 degrees. Hope it warms up. Absolutely gorgeous, sunny, warm day in St Malo. Shellfish feast. Will let you know how well a Portuguese makes tartare later today!

[dos jubalatos]

Thanks for your report, back from Cloud London to London , enjoy Catagena on the 24 it is a fantastic city with so much to see. We live near bye and will be there to see you sailing ,and then a great treat of being invited back on board for lunch, please say hello to Judy for us, lovely ship and a amazing team

Enjoy the cruise

Regards Mike and Bill

[Herman The Cat]

Thanks, DuctTape. Never have sailed with David Lawton or Julie, and have heard great things about them both so looking forward to meeting David.

[Herman The Cat]

Any idea if the ship is full again on 8/26?

 

Oh, and if you have any Monte Carlo restaurant recommendations please let me know.

 

Thanks!

[duct tape]

Will know in a few days. There are quite a few great restaurants in Monte Carlo. Depends on what you want and what you want to spend. Try Zagat and Trip Advisor.

[Stumblefoot]

Thanks for the lovely trip report duct tape. I look forward to reading your follow-up post about Bordeaux as we've never been. And, I too hope it warms up for you, and those little, wonderfully flavorful grapes that need to ripen.

[beckaboo]

Vicariously following this... We board the Cloud in Istanbul on Sept 16... We loved the Wind last year and have heard great things about the crew / vibe of the Cloud.... Docs arrive Monday!

 

 

 

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[duct tape]

Absolutely glorious day in Bordeaux. Warm enough in the AM to have a dip in the pool before walking around the city. The French really know how to "do" grand spaces. The architecture makes me smile and makes want to dress Belle Epoch style if it wasn't so hot (38)! Not a problem though since it was so chilly and damp last segment. Perfect luncheon at the Brasserie at the Grand Hotel. A side trip to a recommended fromagerie and we have dessert for the BBQ tonight. Large crowds having picnics on the lawn next to the ship. Happy.

[Paulchili]

Sounds like all is well. Did you try any Livarot or St. Agur - my 2 favorites from France. If not and have a chance, give it a shot.

Bon voyage.

[duct tape]

Yes, the Lev..., delicious, but we can get that at home. The quayside was extremely busy last night. I am sure the music on the deck from the BBQ drew some. Lots of families with lots of children, Skateboards, scooters, roller blades, bicycles, prams and WCs, even a hula hoop! A crowd formed at the foot of the gangway as if they were awaiting someone famous, Lots of pictures. Some of the crew even had "date night" picnics on the grass after work ended for the night. Tours off to St. Emilion and other vineyards today.

[Herman The Cat]

This appeared in today's Sunday NY Times:

http://travel.nytimes.com/2013/08/18/travel/36-hours-in-monaco.html?ref=36hours&_r=0

[WesW]

Thanks for sharing Herman, will put in our Silversea cruise ruck sack for future use.

[RachelG]

Bordeaux is wonderful, both the city and the wine. Your description brings back nice memories, duct tape.

[duct tape]

Nice sleeping thru the Bay of Biscay to Bilbao. Some rock in' and Rollin', nothing serious. Rainy morning here but hope it clears this afternoon. Lots of folks off to the Museum.

[duct tape]

Wes, that must be a pretty large ruck sack by now!

[WesW]

duct tape, pls see:

 

[dougburns]

Wes; Looks as if that bag we gave you has seen better days. Will bring our new ones home from the Nov cruise for you, but you'll have to come visit us in AZ to get them. Have a great day!

[Emtbsam]

Wes; Looks as if that bag we gave you has seen better days. Will bring our new ones home from the Nov cruise for you, but you'll have to come visit us in AZ to get them. Have a great day!

 

Are the bags a function of the type of cabin you get?