Wednesday, 1 April. CADIZ, SPAIN

What a lovely day! We lazed about all morning – well, if packing the bags that were so nicely put on our bed by our by cabin staff counts as lazing. Then we met Joan & Bob for lunch and went ashore together for our tour.

We drove through the part of the city nearest the port, then walked through streets and parks to a Flamenco bar. 







The performance was astonishing – and loud! We walked through the city and heard about the nightly processions during Holy Week, which is this week. Some passersby were wearing costumes with particular meaning. There are hundreds of chairs set up for watchers of the processions and there is a great deal of wax on the pavement from the large candles they carry in the processions. Eventually we made our way back to the bus and thence to the ship. I was late for trivia, but got to play with my usual team. So close, but no points. Next up was redeeming points – I got a tee shirt and a luggage strap. At dinner, Bob felt unwell and left. Joan checked on him, then rejoined us in the Voyager Lounge for our last time with the terrific Soundflick Duo. We’ve enjoyed their music this whole trip. Then it was the last show by the Voyager Production Company and Regent Signature Orchestra. What energy! What talent! We’ve met and talked to several of the performers and they’re lovely as well as talented and energetic. So, alarm set and last night to bed here.

All Photos, Cadiz

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  1. AnonymousApril 3, 2026 at 5:54 AM

    Thanks for your blog and photos. Have enjoyed following your cruise. Safe trip home!

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