We weren't schedule to arrive in San Juan until 2:00 p.m. So, another morning of sleeping in and resting. Mike, Sarah, Katy, Macy and I went up to the bow to watch approaching San Juan. Once again, another beautiful view sailing into port!
The captain had informed us it could take awhile for the ship to clear customs, so off we go to have some waiting to disembark. We sat out on the promenade at the Bull and Bear...of course, having a few brews!
Sarah had researched our trip to San Juan and made our itinerary. San Juan...here we come! Keep in mind, all the sidewalks are markedly steep and cobblestone and narrow, making it quite difficult to maneuver a group of 9. Oh, and did I mention it was sprinkling, soon to change to a light rain? But, a little rain wasn't stopping us! Our first stop was the San Juan Cathedral.
Our time was limited and we wanted to see Castillo San Felipe del Morro. With Sarah in the lead, we walked, and walked, and walked along the steep narrow sidewalks and finally we see the fort! It was kind of like a "Sound of Music" moment, seeing this huge fort before us past a large open area.
We explored several areas of the fort. It really was amazing to think what others had accomplished in building it and using it to protect the harbor, so many years ago, and it was still standing.
A few stops at local shops and then to our guide's (Sarah's) restaurant of choice...The Parrot Club. It was delicious! Good job Sarah!
Back to the ship at the end of an adventurous day!
I loved the fort. That shrapnel in the lower tower from the big bad Americans sending a message is incredible.
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