December 3 and 4, the end of the trip

Last night on board.  We went to a magic show, had a really nice time in the Avenue Saloon with Claire and Allan listening to Mark Farris at the piano and dinner at Silk Road with Andie and Rich. The food at Silk Road was, as usual, very good and I particularly enjoyed the rock shrimp and the black cod with miso. 

Funny how on this very short cruise, where on our last day there were still many faces we'd never seen before, we've socialized perhaps more than usual and felt more at home than ever.

Must mention that there is a Christmas craze going on; just when you think the ship's decked out to the max, out come yet more decorations. It's really beautiful and festive but makes you think that when they all come down the ship will look quite bland.  Not true of course.

Disembarkation was a breeze.  We had to clear customs quite early but had a lovely breakfast on the Lido deck and I had one last slice of French toast which I savoured very, very slowly. This is one of Crystal's small treasures and I wanted to make sure the taste stays imprinted on my mind until I have the pleasure of sailing with Crystal once again. 

We're now at the airport and this adventure has come to an end. I'm carrying home a sombrero, a few extra pounds around my waist and a bagful of great memories. Hasta luego!