DAY 5 - May 31 - Monte Carlo |
We sailed all night from Livorno/Florence, Italy. Calm sea, sound sleep...but didn't want to miss the arrival in Monte Carlo, Monaco. That's the sunrise as we approached... |
Monte Carlo in the distance...
As we pulled into the port, we could see the Grand Casino... and all the apparment buildings... everywhere. I didn't feel like wandering around buildings... So didn't even go ashore!
The port is big enough to accomodate a huge cruise ship like ours...
And yet, I was more impressed with the freedom of the seagulls flying around, riding the gentle breeze than all that build-up of appartments no matter how "chick"...
In reality, I was delighted to have a prime location, a penthouse sitting on the sea, prime view, pools, jaccuzzi, restaurants, entertainment, house-keeping staff and delicious food... What else would I care for... sitting in Monte Carlo of all things... and just to think that the next day, my penthouse will be parked in Barcelona... Nothing to envy of Monte Carlo!!!
I spent the day reading, sunbathing, jaccuzzi, chatting with friends...