This 8 day cruise to the Exotic Western Caribbean onboard Carnival Liberty was just wonderful! After the recent bandito incident when some natives attempted to hold up a bus load of cruisers from Carnival Liberty in Costa Rica, I decided the only way to see that country was to take a tour in a converted Russian Missile Launcher! It was a hoot barreling through the jungle and fun to go careening past the banana plantations. Our tour guides were wonderful. We met the deadliest creature on earth, a cute little one inch red frog the natives use the venom of on thier arrows to shoot monkies, and a really cute spider. One of the strands of the Costa Rican's spider's web is the stongest fiber on earth which scientists are trying to copy. This trip was so educational, geographically, botanically, culturally and visually.
The architecture of the ship was an honest attempt at classical appointments. The inside decks were covered with a green volcanic marble everywhere. Even under the foot rest at the Purser's Counter was addressed with 4 inch chrome pilasters banded with black wrought iron scrolls! Someone was definitely drawing all areas when this ship was under construction and planning on making a complete statement.
The food was as exquisite as I expected since the Chef George Blanc took over the culinary department. The lobster was superb and not chewy, desserts piled high with air, whip cream and dreams, and the soups unique. The upscale Harry's was an exquisite meal on Versace china. When the escargot arrived in tiny 1 inch pastry purses, I knew the meal would be extremely special. What Weight Watchers? This, however was so rich, one night at Harry's was sufficient.
Of course, the fellowship, with folks from all over the country, from all walks of life. It is always a delight to meet so many new friends. Our Keynote Speaker Dickie S. was gracious and wonderful. Everyone enjoyed the different kinds of sharing we were able to have on this trip.
We saw one of the Modern Wonders of the World, The Panama Canal. Gatun Lock opened to let a Princess ship go through, which takes approximately 8-10 Hours. It is said the alcoholic has the attention span of a small child, about 20 minutes, and I was glad we were not going to watch the water rise and fall for 8-10 hours. We stayed at the Canal long enough to see it in action and visit the gift shop for a great map! We took the Panama City Tour which got us from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean in one hour!
Costa Maya is always holds a necessary walk in the port to buy designer handbags! Please join us on the next trip!
