As dawn broke this morning, after four days at sea we finally made it to dry land. St John’s is the capital and largest city in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador and it welcomed us in bright sunshine. … Read More
All Aboard Sapphire Princess.
It was a beautiful sunny day as we left our hotel at around 11.00am to make our way to the ship. Within 15 mins we were at the quayside, the luggage had been taken, the car was off to the … Read More
On the Sea Again!
After surviving enjoying the summer looking after Grandchildren it’s now time for another break. We are heading across the Atlantic aboard the Sapphire Princess with the first stop in Newfoundland. We’ll then travel down the eastern Canadian coast taking in … Read More
Willie Nelson, the Dukes of Hazard and some reflections.
Yesterday there were constant warnings on the TV regarding approaching storms so we decided to stay close to the hotel and take in two local museums. The first was dedicated to one of the original outlaws of country music, Willie … Read More
Country House and Crazy Hotel.
After the hustle and bustle of yesterday we decided to slow the pace today with a visit to the Belle Meade Plantation. Situated about nine miles from Nashville, Belle Meade is a large mansion built in the early years of … Read More