Barcelona during holiday season

I’ve visited Barcelona many times, but today’s guided tour was truly unforgettable! Exploring the city before, during, and after sunset was magical—Barcelona is absolutely dazzling with festive Christmas lights that bring its vibrant energy to life.

I wandered through Gaudí’s iconic masterpieces, strolled along La Rambla, and soaked in the charm of the Christmas markets at the Gothic Cathedral. Staying in the Gothic Quarter made it even more special, surrounded by the history and beauty of this timeless neighborhood.

This incredible day is the perfect sendoff before I board my ship tomorrow for an amazing journey home. I’ll be sailing slowly to Florida, with exciting stops in Spain, Portugal, the Azores, Morocco, Bermuda, and the Bahamas. Adventure awaits!

Etiquette for sharing a cruise cabin— article

Here is a helpful article about etiquette for sharing a cruise room with another person  with whom you don’t live.

https://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=1474

A mass market cruiser reviews a luxury cruise line.

Here is a review of a luxury cruise line experience by someone who typically takes cruises with the mass-market Cruise Lines.  I found the review interesting but I think I would enjoy the luxury cruise better than the author did.

My First Luxury Cruise: A Mass-Market Cruiser Reviews an Upscale Sailing

https://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=1565&traqparam=G23843793758600507-A23843921650990507

Wonderful transatlantic crossing then British Isles cruise

The Crown Princess—This has been my home for 26 days. They have fed me superbly; entertained me around the clock; taken me to 14 wonderful ports of call in 9 nations; pampered me; cleaned my room and brought me fresh towels twice a day; made me laugh; introduced me to new friends; challenged me; educated me; given me time to relax and enjoy sunrises with coffee on my balcony and sunsets at sea with dessert. They have also given me time to relax and rejuvenate, to be introspective, and to practice patience/tolerance/non-judgement. I even reached nation # 100 of the countries I have visited. Thank you for the alarm/free mornings! I will make a brief overnight visit in Paris after disembarking tomorrow, and then return to my real home the day after tomorrow. I look forward to being back in my own home.