Home again in body…but still away in mind

Jul 23, 2008

It was far & away and most “amazing journey” to some places that most people only dream of visiting, but our group of 114 strong are finally home (save for a few folks who just weren’t ready to leave Europe quite yet and are tinkering around Rome, Florence, Ireland and a few other destinations on their own for a few more days). What a truly special experience this was; only time removed from these destinations and good times with special friends will truly allow us to put in perspective just how life changing our journey was. From the sites & sounds of Rome to the gorgeous beaches and discoveries of Greece…to the ancient ruins of Ephesus, Turkey (not to mention the really weird Turkish bath experience)…to the scenic Amalfi Coast just outside Naples, Italy and to the highlight of them all; the Pyramids in Cairo, Egypt….this was a trip to never tuck away, but to relive and remember for a long long time. On board Legend of the Seas the memories of the destinations by day, were complimented by the fun events at night and at sea. A toga party, slot tournament, meaningful Shabbat and Havdallah services, “Karaoke and Cocktails”, 2 intriguing presentations: “Surfing for Love in all the Wrong Places” and “The World According to Bill and Malori” (a sampling of 16 years of stories from our adventures around the world), mini-golf tournament, fun in the sun at the pool, and so much more were all part & parcel of the overall experience of traveling together with such great people to such places.
The pictures, the stories and the friendships are fresh in our memories now….but won’t fade away too soon or too easy.