PALMA -Day 81 - a day and a half from Malta via heavy, rough seas. It's another Sunday and there's another marathon that's taking most of the day. No taxis or hop on hop off bus to city center as a lot of roads were closed for the race. Len had a bike tour booked but it was cancelled due to lack of interested people so we walked to the old town. The cathedral supposedly has great stained glass windows but we couldn't get in to see them unless we went to Mass. It was certainly impressive from the outside. The old town again had narrow, cobblestone streets with a lot of small cafes and bars. I don't think we've ever been in a city with so many boats - several marinas just jammed with sail and motor boats. It was a beautiful day with blue skies and warm temps.
CARTAGENA - Day 82 - Pop. -217K, average temperature is around 70. Another beautiful day. There are 2 other ships in port with us - Costa and Silverseas. The city was only a short walk from the pier. The streets of the shopping area are all tiled - no cobblestones here. Cars sometimes drive down the tiled streets but they are mainly for pedestrians. Many old buildings, all are well cared for. Again many sidewalk cafes and bars. There was a big military presence on the streets.
Pictures -1 & 2 - Palma, 3 - Cartagena
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