Andrea Repositioning

Having arrived in Tarifa yesterday after a 7 day tour of Morocco, we travelled by bus to Cadiz. This took an hour and 15 minutes and cost EU8.39 per person. An interesting trip along the coast past many windfarms and solar panel which would indicate that southern Spain is addressing the energy problem. On arrival in Cadiz, a quick taxi ride to our hotel the Hospederia Las Cortes de Cadiz. A very pleasant small hotel in the centre of the old town and within walking distance of the port. At a cost of EU60 plus Tax for a single room which included a very pleasant breakfast. Unbeknownst to us at the time , three other passengers for the Andrea were also staying at the hotel. Lots of inexpensive cafes within walking distance.

The weather has changed to overcast with rain squalls which makes a change. A special dinner tonight with Gerry - the Hotel Manager and a few other well chosen guests. Wines supplied by the ship which was a great treat. Interesting to find out some of the ins and outs of provisioning the ship and getting the crew into tip-top shape for the summer cruises to the Antarctic. Drinks in the bar after dinner also courtesy of Gerry which was greatly appreciated especially as tonight was Karioke night.