Emerald Princess Review
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To take my elder mother (88years) to Santiago de Compostela. It was her first cruise and she was very impressed with the ship. As usual we found all the crew to be most helpful and friendly. We took the Princess tour to Santiago from Vigo about an hour on the bus each way, so didn't have time to explore Vigo. The ships tour of Lisbon Highlights took us to the Alfama Quarter, Belem Tower, Monument to the Discoveries, 25April bridge. The town was very busy and we didn't really have enough time at Jeronimos Monastery, only visiting the church. The Maritime Museum was closed for renovation so we went over the 25April bridge, the same design as the golden gate bridges in San Francisco, to the base of the Christ the King monument, 100m high which was very impressive.
Ken Broadhurst gave the destination lectures. He is very knowledgeable, gives a sense of the history with slides and appropriate music with gentle humour and useful information for today's visitor.
La Rochelle was my favourite port, the small harbour with Street cafes narrow roads with specialist shops and a relaxed atmosphere
Cabin Review
Oceanview (obstructed view)
Good view over lifeboat which was just below the window. Our steward quickly refreshed our room every morning and while we were at dinner.
Port Reviews
Vigo
Mum was disappointed with the Cathedral
Lisbon
Saw lots but did not feel rushed
St. Peter Port (Guernsey)
Pity it is a tender port. Didn't take a tour, just walked around the harbour which I enjoyed. It was too misty to do much
Southampton
Embarkation was quick.