So we woke up to full tourist mode. Breakfast, gos catch up about the night out, then out the door on to a bus that took us to the old city
Under brilliant blue skies, we went on a walking tour around the old city amongst the walls and fortress. Despite it being off season it was quite busy, lots of tour groups so much so that we had to be careful not to be in the middle in the back of or in the front of people's photos. Aida our tour guide walked us round. It is amazing her depth of knowledge and obvious passion for her country. It also amazes me how the people of Croatia have been through so much. Their history is rich and turbulent, though it seems they have come through it with a positive attitude and a huge appreciation for what they have and the beauties of their land.
It was nice to have all of the group together on the tour. We have already started having group photos,much to the annoyance of other groups. Lol we quite a stern talking to by another tour guide. After the tour some broke off and went up the gondola up the surrounding hill.
The view was amazing worth the wait.
From there we made our way bk down to one of small alley ways filled with cafes/restaurants / bars. Reminder me a lot of Granada in Spain. It was so lovely so all eat together even if we didn't have to. Young old, USA, Denmark, Australian all eating and chatting easily, looking out for one another.
After that the girls and Ole our 75 yr old Danish cruise friend, climbed the outer walls of the city. The view from the different perspectives was incredible. The islands off the coast the sparking aquamarine ocean. The walk was great though a bit on the hot side. Not sure im loving my 'long time searched for Kathmandu perfect no buckle pants', maybe in cooler weather they will b more suitable. I can't imagine being here in summer- it would almost be too uncomfortable. That said the cruise 2 weeks ago was plagued with rain nearly every day so it's pot luck.
We stopped at the end of the walk and had a couple of drinks. Chatted to the locals and launched into a rendition of the proclaimers 'we would walk ten thousand miles or we would walk Dubrovnik walls'. We got a laugh but I wouldn't take us touring.
After finishing up we walked through the old city finding a friendly but sad stray dog. Took all my will power not to pat him, despite the fact he took it upon himself to drop to the floor and roll onto his back for a pat.... I have that affect on men lol lol
As a group we all caught buses bk to the boat. I have to say it is so nice to be in a group to work out all of these bits and bobs travel wise. I will admit I'm taking a bit of a back seat amongst all the organising. It's nice to relax into traveling and I guess for this portion of the trip to not have to labour over the details.
Back on board we say on the deck chatting away. I was really tired even though everyone was still gng strong I decided to take myself for a nana nap. It was hard as had a serious case of FOMO (fear of missing out) but knew that if I didn't I wouldn't be able to power through the night
Snoozed away for a whole got ready in gng out gear to meet everyone (with a few appreciative whistles ;-p). Now consider how long it takes for one female to get ready have their last drink and pee ....times it by 10.. Lol it took us a while to get out before the whole process was put on repeat lol
We made our way bk to the old town and Tara and janessa had done some reconnaissance and found an Italian restaurant especially with me in mind. Soooo nice of them xxx. We order up a storm washed down with Croatian wine. We all got merry and chatted. Janessa has just been traveling so she is giving me advice about my future travels. I really feel a part of the group
From here we scoured the streets for noise ie people ie some place not closed. We arrived at an Irish pub that was pumping with a group of UK
people who were just finishing a travel expo. The bar was fun, nice to be around a group of people as most bars etc have been quiet or closed or closing up. We stayed there drinking, chatting away, watching some dirty dancing between Ole and Tara, worrying about Ole's 75 yr old heart, watching the girls making new 'friends'. I met some boys from the UK who I made quick FB friends with and who promised to take me out when I get to London. We will see if Mr Marc-one wife-three children-four cats-one dog and Mr Andrew-hot hunky-virile-great humoured-sharp, intelligent-clearly successful-stud (he made me write that and I don't want to burst his bubble but..... Lol) from the UK come through
Headed bk, less one gal to the boat and fought it out with the UK contingent for cabs. Once on board we chatted with the others who were bk. we then spent a good half am hour trying to get into the mystery bottles that JC left us. It took a nail file, pen, and finally a spoon to break into the promised beverage. I have to say I wasn't gng to give up, it was not gng to beat me!!! I now have the nickname Macguyver. Lol
Just after our captain, Zoran sleepy and grumpy (totally justified) came out at 4am to tell us the boat next to us had complained and we met one gals 8 pack buns of steel guy I headed to zzzzzzz.
Fabulous day x
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