Day 117 - Bay of Biscay

Day 117 – Wednesday 7^th May 2014 – At Sea

Today we are crossing the Bay of Biscay, out on the starboard side watching Queen Mary 2, slowly dipping into the slight swell on this fine but overcast day.  Queen Victoria will later catch up in the day, as during the night she had to put into Vigo for a medivac (medical evacuation), and I hope the casualty makes a fine recovery.

Today is the big day for the choir, and we duly assembled in the theatre for our 15.00 performance.  We nervously waited on stage for the curtains to open to reveal about 500 in the audience.  Slowly they responded, as we went through our repertoire of ten songs and they even joined in for our encore.  A wonderful experience, with many thanks to Leah, our leader, and pianist Robin, who kept us all together.

Choir

From stage to the grand staircase for more photographs, and a final song to all those assembled of, We’ll Meet Again, then into the Golden Lion for a celebration pint.

It is our last formal night and on the menu are my favourite dishes from the voyage, snails/salad/lobster/baked Alaska.

Chefs

It is also the chef’s parade when all those from the galley, who have prepared our meals in the Britannia Restaurant, pass between the tables, as we all show our appreciation for all of their efforts.

Formal

Our two wonderful waitresses, Melvina from Poland and Hannah, from the Philippines, who over the voyage, by their friendliness and wonderful service have brought smiles and happiness to our table.

In the theatre, the Royal Court dancers and singers put on a show, Palladium Nights which featured songs from the many stars who have performed at the London Palladium.   It was a spectacular night and very much appreciated.

The Golden Lion, for karaoke; to finish off another wonderful day at sea.