54 Days on the Moon

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Now we reach the Blue Grotto but viewed from afar.

 

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An archeological site.

 

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An old RAF structure.

 

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The first US Ambasador's residence.






The Citadel.

 

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Now a stop to try some Maltese snacks.

 

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Now just a short walk to the Rotunda of Mosta.



And here it is.

 

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So inside the Rotunda.

 

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The Church had what the parishioners called a miracle on 9th April 1942 when 3 bombs fell on the church whilst a service was in progress. two deflected off and caused no damage. One pierced the roof but failed to explode. So a replica is on display.







And now time to leave the church and get back to the Moon.

 

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Unfortunately you are dropped back at the cruise terminal because of security. The only security was looking at your room card. A joke. But it meant we had to get a shuttle boat to get to our dock. It was an utter shambles as according to other guests who went into Valetta independently they got a shuttle at 1.05 pm and within 5 minutes all the tours arrived back so we got a absolutely packed service at 2pm.
Some views from the service.

 

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Last few pictures from Malta.











And this is the shuttle boat.


And Ponant leaves.

 

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Dinner in Atlantide.


We both started with the Beef tartare then I had the lobster bisque and miso glazed cod.



Mrsdrron had the lamb cutlets for mains and then the Eton mess.



I finished with a creme brulee. Though not on the menu it can always be ordered.

 

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A night time departure from Malta.

 

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Now friday and anchored off Giardini Naxos. Mt. Etna is really smoking.


But I was off to Taormina.




The Azamara Pursuit was already here.

 

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From the bus up to Taormina.











And now on the top of the Parking station.

 

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