We arrive in Namibia tomorrow morning!!!!!! ;)
I'm sooo excited! I'll write you all about it later. I will post up some pictures soon from Spain, Morocco and Namibia so keep posted! ;)
Miss yall, Love yall!
Peace and Light,
Yai
Friday, February 13, 2009
Monday, February 9, 2009
Today is Neptune's Day!!!! ;)
We were awakened by the staff and crew as they wore costumes and walked along our hallways making lots of noise...too cute! ;)
We then went to the 7th Deck (where the pool is) to watch King Neptune and his crew officially bless us as we approach the equator...we are worthy! The initiation was getting soaked with this interesting green liquid that seems to be a combination of something with fish guts...how lovely!LOL Also, many shaved their heads!!! Even girls!!! If your hair was longer than 8 inches you could donate it to a great cause. I did none of the above although I would've done the fish guts thing (oh and you had to kiss a dead fish lol) and I did contemplate shaving my head but I didn't...I just enjoyed the scene and took pictures and video.
The day was/is absolutely beautiful, sunny (I laid out for the first time to catch some rays) and no clouds in sight. It was nice and warm with a refreshing breeze. The decks were full of sun-bathers and partiers! ;) We also had a great diner...bar-b-q!!! ;) Yummm...sooo good!!! ;) Fresh off the gril.
I love this place...I can't believe I am here at times. Sooo blessed and grateful!!! The world is beautiful and I'm loving our conversations...I can't wait to learn and grow even more!
Love you and Miss you all!
Peace and Light,
Yai
PS: I think officially we cross the equator tomorrow!!! ;) How awesome is that! ;)
Muah!
We were awakened by the staff and crew as they wore costumes and walked along our hallways making lots of noise...too cute! ;)
We then went to the 7th Deck (where the pool is) to watch King Neptune and his crew officially bless us as we approach the equator...we are worthy! The initiation was getting soaked with this interesting green liquid that seems to be a combination of something with fish guts...how lovely!LOL Also, many shaved their heads!!! Even girls!!! If your hair was longer than 8 inches you could donate it to a great cause. I did none of the above although I would've done the fish guts thing (oh and you had to kiss a dead fish lol) and I did contemplate shaving my head but I didn't...I just enjoyed the scene and took pictures and video.
The day was/is absolutely beautiful, sunny (I laid out for the first time to catch some rays) and no clouds in sight. It was nice and warm with a refreshing breeze. The decks were full of sun-bathers and partiers! ;) We also had a great diner...bar-b-q!!! ;) Yummm...sooo good!!! ;) Fresh off the gril.
I love this place...I can't believe I am here at times. Sooo blessed and grateful!!! The world is beautiful and I'm loving our conversations...I can't wait to learn and grow even more!
Love you and Miss you all!
Peace and Light,
Yai
PS: I think officially we cross the equator tomorrow!!! ;) How awesome is that! ;)
Muah!
Saturday, February 7, 2009
Morocco!!!!!!!!!!!
To love Morocco is to love all the good and all the bad that comes with it.
I will start by saying that we were supposed to be in Morocco for 4 days but our days got cut short to 3 because the ship couldn't refuel on time due to rough weather. We got to Morocco late at night and couldn't get off the ship till the morning...what a tease! We arrived in Casablanca, Morocco and I will tell you that their port is nothing pretty. It is very industrial and kind of scary at night and a bit scary in the day time as well.lol Casablanca is the largest city in Morocco with 6 million people. It's streets are filled with people, large buildings and somewhat dirty streets. To me the modern buildings felt cold and not at all what you would expect to see as soon as you land in Morocco for the very first time. So first impression of Morocco was not the cultural, ancient Morocco I had in mind. Nonetheless it was Morocco and I kept repeating to myself and to others during the trip: "We are in Africa, We are in Morocco!" It was something I did as to pinch myself and come back to the amazing reality that I was stepping on African soil, Moroccan soil after all these years wishing to travel there.
Right away I boarded my Semester At Sea tour from Casablanca and started out on a very long drive...7 hours or so to be more detailed. We drove through Casablanca, passing mass amounts of what seemed to be vacant land, which weren't, I saw the greenest grass I've ever seen, beautiful mountains, sheeps and cows feasting on the grass and close behind the sheep herders. It was beautiful to see the land being taken cared off like you would probably see hundreds of years ago. Reading or not reading the road signs was an experience. The road signs are usually in Arabic and in French. One road sign was just an exclamation mark!LOL I wonder what that ment!LOL While going through Marrakech is when I truly felt like "Wow, this is Morocco". Marrakech is charming in its own way. It's streets filled with people wearing traditional Moroccan clothes; women covered up (though some not as much as you would have expected), men in traditional long coats to keep warm. By the way Morocco is a cold place. One of our guides said: "Morocco is a cold country with a very hot sun". Very well put because if you're in the shade it is cold and if you're in the sun it is hot! So back to Marrakech...the streets tend to not always be paved thus there are dirt roads that with the rain turn to mud but its not something you wory about too much and somehow some people manage to keep themselves pretty clean. The streets are busy and the drivers are loud and crazy and tend to create their own lanes...most on our bus were scared, I was entertained and would just laugh and smile at the comotion...I loved it! Excitement at every corner! ;) There are free-roaming animals in the streets of Marrakech. I saw dogs, cats...and donkeys! ;) Donkeys just roaming the streets free with no owners. They would literally be in the middle of the streets walking as cars will just be driving by, not surprised or in awe of the situation and the donkey would just almost look like he new the traffic rules...or lack of...very interesting. We passed Marrakech (we would return the next day) and continued on our journey towards the High Atlas Mountains!!! Yes, I was there!!! The same ones you study in school, I felt, I touched, I saw, I breathed in its cold air, I bathed in its beauty! We drove on a narrow lane and sig-sagged our way towards the top where once silver sprinkled mountain tops were now full blown white tons of snow filled mountains. At one point we even had a small snow ball fight! ;) Eventually we arrived at our destination, originally it was supposed to be a longer drive to the deep Sahara dessert but due to our delay the trip was cut short and the camel trek that was also planned was voided. Sooo, we drove to the beginning of the Sahara desert to meet the Berber Nomads that would be welcoming us and setting up a camp for us that night. We went off-road to get to our destination and by the time we got there it was very dark but I could not have imagined what a treat I was in for!
When we arrived and walked towards our camp I was completely amazed...the Nomads had already set everything up for us and it was quite beautiful. The sand was covered by Persian carpets and the tents were all set up around the living space, there were about 10 tents or so...6 people to a tent. Each tent was made of strong, thick, rug-like material in a colorful design and had a small matress, pillow, sheets and blankets per person. It was amazing...oh and we had the option to purchase a sleeping bag for $5 too...I did. They also had another big tent that had iron tables and chairs, there we had our delicious diner. We had appetizers soup and bread, main meal meat with veggies that are perfectly cooked and dessert, which its usually fresh fruit in Morocco and very often oranges...the sweetest oranges ever. We were also welcomed with mint tea...once again, the best mint tea I've ever had with just the right amount of honey!!!! Yummmm!!!! Amazing! After dinner they started a bomb-fire and the unimaginable....a dj came out and started to set up his music stand!!!! Can you believe it!!!lol He played from Traditional Moroccan music to pop, reggae, hip-hop, everything!!!! It was amazing!!! Everyone, men, women, Berber, America, young and old were jumping and dancing the night away with Nomads in the dessert underneath the stars...it doesn't get any better than that!!! I couldn't believe it! The energy was electrifying and smiles and laughter ruled the night. It was the perfect symphony and I was just blessed to be there! That night I had deep conversations with the Berber men, we spoke about the economy, politics, Moroccan laws (pertaining to women, etc.), religion...It was exhilirating! We also met some local Berber people who made camels out of little tree leaves and gave them away to us for free as a token of their affection. The guy that made mine was Abdul, who was young and would be going to Philadelphia to study English Literature soon. The other Berber men that were our guides were also very educated...one even went to school for Law and became a lawyer. It was a cold night but the dancing kept us warm and I slept well and woke up to the sounds of birds chirping. In the morning we were able to see our sorroundings...we were next to beautiful rock mountains and palm trees, the air was chilly but I was energized and felt so alive. We had a breakfast that consisted of mint tea, bread, butter, honey and boiled eggs...it was good too...love bread with honey now. ;)
I left the camp that day and those whom I met and connected with...I felt sad being ripped apart from people that I just met that I would like to continue to get to know. It was a sad feeling but I felt happy to have experienced the inmense energy we created that night! Definitely one of the best experiences of my life! I miss them already!
That day we drove to Marrakech and settled in to our hotel. I roamed the markets that afternoon...oh those markets!!!LOL I have shopped in markets before...but non like these! Here most of the vendors are men and they are quite aggresive. One, even cursed me out at one point because I was telling a friend not to purchase a scarf that was being sold to her completely over priced. I turned to him, told him not to talk to me like that and walked away. The first hour or so was hard and over whelming...I didn't even buy anything but once you get the hang of it you're ok. The famous Djemaa el Fna square in Marrakech was amazing, although I didn't get to see it at night because we had diner reservations away from the square and I hear that at night is when it gets really crazy and good. I did however see snake charmers and some dancers. Crazy! ;) One thing I was also looking forward too was hearing the prayer calls from the nearby Mosque, which I did...it was amazing and you could truly feel that you were in a Muslim country...such a beautiful one! That night we had diner at Chez Ali which its seriously a recreation of Aladin!!! ;) The place looks like a palace and you are welcomed by men on horses and a man on top of a balcony playing a Moroccan flute like instrument to the tunes of Moroccan music, then you walk inside and see about 10 different tribes performing their music for you, you see camels, horses, just everything. Once you enter the tent where your meal is served these tribes pass by and perform for you...just amazing. I got to get on top of a camel but just for a minute and took a picture. They then put on a show for you in the center where there is a huge space. They dance, sing, belly dance, horse race, tricks and...well...a great show! That night a group of us went out to a club which was interesting because it was a local club and the women were half naked!!!
I guess that like many countries Morocco yes it is a Muslim country and Islam is a huge influence in the daily lives of the people but people do also choose to practice it or not...like people in the US just because you don't practice the rituals of Christianity lets say doesn't mean that you are a non-believer or a non-Christian. This I'm sure is different in more strict countries like Iran for example.
Overall I made great friends in Morocco, amazing connections with the people and the culture...I can definitely see myself going back to Morocco. I also got a few marriage proposals! ;) haha It was fun and I missed Morocco before I even got back on the ship! ;( One day I'll return.
Now I'm on the ship and it's back to class...how hard is it to come back and get all organized again for school!!! But you do what you have to do! ;) In a few days we will arrive in Namibia!!!! ;) I'm so excited!
Hope all is well in your world! Miss you, love you!
Peace and Light,
Yai
PS: I didn't proof read this post (no time) so I apologize for misspelled words! ;)
To love Morocco is to love all the good and all the bad that comes with it.
I will start by saying that we were supposed to be in Morocco for 4 days but our days got cut short to 3 because the ship couldn't refuel on time due to rough weather. We got to Morocco late at night and couldn't get off the ship till the morning...what a tease! We arrived in Casablanca, Morocco and I will tell you that their port is nothing pretty. It is very industrial and kind of scary at night and a bit scary in the day time as well.lol Casablanca is the largest city in Morocco with 6 million people. It's streets are filled with people, large buildings and somewhat dirty streets. To me the modern buildings felt cold and not at all what you would expect to see as soon as you land in Morocco for the very first time. So first impression of Morocco was not the cultural, ancient Morocco I had in mind. Nonetheless it was Morocco and I kept repeating to myself and to others during the trip: "We are in Africa, We are in Morocco!" It was something I did as to pinch myself and come back to the amazing reality that I was stepping on African soil, Moroccan soil after all these years wishing to travel there.
Right away I boarded my Semester At Sea tour from Casablanca and started out on a very long drive...7 hours or so to be more detailed. We drove through Casablanca, passing mass amounts of what seemed to be vacant land, which weren't, I saw the greenest grass I've ever seen, beautiful mountains, sheeps and cows feasting on the grass and close behind the sheep herders. It was beautiful to see the land being taken cared off like you would probably see hundreds of years ago. Reading or not reading the road signs was an experience. The road signs are usually in Arabic and in French. One road sign was just an exclamation mark!LOL I wonder what that ment!LOL While going through Marrakech is when I truly felt like "Wow, this is Morocco". Marrakech is charming in its own way. It's streets filled with people wearing traditional Moroccan clothes; women covered up (though some not as much as you would have expected), men in traditional long coats to keep warm. By the way Morocco is a cold place. One of our guides said: "Morocco is a cold country with a very hot sun". Very well put because if you're in the shade it is cold and if you're in the sun it is hot! So back to Marrakech...the streets tend to not always be paved thus there are dirt roads that with the rain turn to mud but its not something you wory about too much and somehow some people manage to keep themselves pretty clean. The streets are busy and the drivers are loud and crazy and tend to create their own lanes...most on our bus were scared, I was entertained and would just laugh and smile at the comotion...I loved it! Excitement at every corner! ;) There are free-roaming animals in the streets of Marrakech. I saw dogs, cats...and donkeys! ;) Donkeys just roaming the streets free with no owners. They would literally be in the middle of the streets walking as cars will just be driving by, not surprised or in awe of the situation and the donkey would just almost look like he new the traffic rules...or lack of...very interesting. We passed Marrakech (we would return the next day) and continued on our journey towards the High Atlas Mountains!!! Yes, I was there!!! The same ones you study in school, I felt, I touched, I saw, I breathed in its cold air, I bathed in its beauty! We drove on a narrow lane and sig-sagged our way towards the top where once silver sprinkled mountain tops were now full blown white tons of snow filled mountains. At one point we even had a small snow ball fight! ;) Eventually we arrived at our destination, originally it was supposed to be a longer drive to the deep Sahara dessert but due to our delay the trip was cut short and the camel trek that was also planned was voided. Sooo, we drove to the beginning of the Sahara desert to meet the Berber Nomads that would be welcoming us and setting up a camp for us that night. We went off-road to get to our destination and by the time we got there it was very dark but I could not have imagined what a treat I was in for!
When we arrived and walked towards our camp I was completely amazed...the Nomads had already set everything up for us and it was quite beautiful. The sand was covered by Persian carpets and the tents were all set up around the living space, there were about 10 tents or so...6 people to a tent. Each tent was made of strong, thick, rug-like material in a colorful design and had a small matress, pillow, sheets and blankets per person. It was amazing...oh and we had the option to purchase a sleeping bag for $5 too...I did. They also had another big tent that had iron tables and chairs, there we had our delicious diner. We had appetizers soup and bread, main meal meat with veggies that are perfectly cooked and dessert, which its usually fresh fruit in Morocco and very often oranges...the sweetest oranges ever. We were also welcomed with mint tea...once again, the best mint tea I've ever had with just the right amount of honey!!!! Yummmm!!!! Amazing! After dinner they started a bomb-fire and the unimaginable....a dj came out and started to set up his music stand!!!! Can you believe it!!!lol He played from Traditional Moroccan music to pop, reggae, hip-hop, everything!!!! It was amazing!!! Everyone, men, women, Berber, America, young and old were jumping and dancing the night away with Nomads in the dessert underneath the stars...it doesn't get any better than that!!! I couldn't believe it! The energy was electrifying and smiles and laughter ruled the night. It was the perfect symphony and I was just blessed to be there! That night I had deep conversations with the Berber men, we spoke about the economy, politics, Moroccan laws (pertaining to women, etc.), religion...It was exhilirating! We also met some local Berber people who made camels out of little tree leaves and gave them away to us for free as a token of their affection. The guy that made mine was Abdul, who was young and would be going to Philadelphia to study English Literature soon. The other Berber men that were our guides were also very educated...one even went to school for Law and became a lawyer. It was a cold night but the dancing kept us warm and I slept well and woke up to the sounds of birds chirping. In the morning we were able to see our sorroundings...we were next to beautiful rock mountains and palm trees, the air was chilly but I was energized and felt so alive. We had a breakfast that consisted of mint tea, bread, butter, honey and boiled eggs...it was good too...love bread with honey now. ;)
I left the camp that day and those whom I met and connected with...I felt sad being ripped apart from people that I just met that I would like to continue to get to know. It was a sad feeling but I felt happy to have experienced the inmense energy we created that night! Definitely one of the best experiences of my life! I miss them already!
That day we drove to Marrakech and settled in to our hotel. I roamed the markets that afternoon...oh those markets!!!LOL I have shopped in markets before...but non like these! Here most of the vendors are men and they are quite aggresive. One, even cursed me out at one point because I was telling a friend not to purchase a scarf that was being sold to her completely over priced. I turned to him, told him not to talk to me like that and walked away. The first hour or so was hard and over whelming...I didn't even buy anything but once you get the hang of it you're ok. The famous Djemaa el Fna square in Marrakech was amazing, although I didn't get to see it at night because we had diner reservations away from the square and I hear that at night is when it gets really crazy and good. I did however see snake charmers and some dancers. Crazy! ;) One thing I was also looking forward too was hearing the prayer calls from the nearby Mosque, which I did...it was amazing and you could truly feel that you were in a Muslim country...such a beautiful one! That night we had diner at Chez Ali which its seriously a recreation of Aladin!!! ;) The place looks like a palace and you are welcomed by men on horses and a man on top of a balcony playing a Moroccan flute like instrument to the tunes of Moroccan music, then you walk inside and see about 10 different tribes performing their music for you, you see camels, horses, just everything. Once you enter the tent where your meal is served these tribes pass by and perform for you...just amazing. I got to get on top of a camel but just for a minute and took a picture. They then put on a show for you in the center where there is a huge space. They dance, sing, belly dance, horse race, tricks and...well...a great show! That night a group of us went out to a club which was interesting because it was a local club and the women were half naked!!!
I guess that like many countries Morocco yes it is a Muslim country and Islam is a huge influence in the daily lives of the people but people do also choose to practice it or not...like people in the US just because you don't practice the rituals of Christianity lets say doesn't mean that you are a non-believer or a non-Christian. This I'm sure is different in more strict countries like Iran for example.
Overall I made great friends in Morocco, amazing connections with the people and the culture...I can definitely see myself going back to Morocco. I also got a few marriage proposals! ;) haha It was fun and I missed Morocco before I even got back on the ship! ;( One day I'll return.
Now I'm on the ship and it's back to class...how hard is it to come back and get all organized again for school!!! But you do what you have to do! ;) In a few days we will arrive in Namibia!!!! ;) I'm so excited!
Hope all is well in your world! Miss you, love you!
Peace and Light,
Yai
PS: I didn't proof read this post (no time) so I apologize for misspelled words! ;)
Monday, February 2, 2009
Roughest seas so far on the ship! As I write I sway from side to side, back and forth, drawers opening and closing, items falling off the shelf...it can get intense, but to us it's just another day at sea! ;)
Sooo...Spain! ;)
I heard her foot steps against the waves, smelled her in the wind and felt her in my heart as she welcomed me once again. I smiled as I too embraced her in my arms and kissed her (on both cheeks) to express my hello. An old friend, one I have not seen in about 2 years. This Spain was different but still very much recognizable. This time I would not be in Barcelona, Madrid or Valencia but for the first time experience Cadiz, Sevilla, Cordoba and Granada.
We arrived in Cadiz, Spain on January 28, 2009. It was a chilly morning but I stood outside with bed hair and no make up to view her splendor through the morning mist. Cadiz is charming and quiet. Her streets are narrow like most European countries but her architecture and balconies and people are reminicent of old Havana in Cuba. Must be why I always feel like home in Spain. Cadiz is on the coast so it has a long strip that resembels the Malecon in Cuba...Google it! ;) It was great to drown in the silence of the streets and occasionaly here a bird shirp and look up at the balconies and take an occassional picture of the residents who just stand outside to catch the breeze, watch us passerby's or smoke a cigarrette. I visited museums, cathedrals and churches. The ancient Phonecian history was a pleasure to discover.
The next day I left on a tour to Sevilla, Cordoba and Granada. I arrived to Sevilla...just beautiful! Sevilla is grand and classic. Beautiful architecture and ancient cathedrals that still keep the integrity of yesterdays! However Sevilla also seems to be keeping up with the times. Finding a great balance between its old architecture and historic buildings with the most advance transportation system I've seen in a city such as this one. They have a great train system that goes through the city on the main streets and its futuristic looking too. Very interesting. Also not to forget the amazing aroma coming from the hundreds of orange trees planted all over not only Sevilla but Cordoba and Granada...just lovely. Moving forward...Cordoba was also amazing. There we experienced more of the Arab influence from when Spain was ruled by the Arab kingdom...the moors. I visited an old mosque with its fantastic architecture half moon hallways that seem to last an eternity. A difference from the Roman architecture, Arab architecture is simpler yet just as complex and maybe even more beautiful. The presence felt is not that of saints or opulence but of grandeur and connection between you and God. The mosques are empty spaces drawn into a masterpiece of architecture. I loved it! That night I went out with friends. I've finally met a few girls that I truly feel a connection with and it's a great feeling. We went out dancing and loved it. We went to a strip where many clubs are and pretty much went club hoping all night. I must admit that we were the life of the party. Initially the first ones to dance as the room watched in awe, surprised wondering maybe who are these girls then eventually they would join and then and only then is when it became a club. We had free drinks and got into the clubs for free and just danced ours booties off!lol The people were respectful and we got to enjoy our time together and truly felt we bonded. They played all kinds of music: salsa, merengue, pop, reggeton, etc. We like to believe that the dj catered to us as the music he kept playing were the songs that we gravitated to the most. We also noticed that when we walked out of a club to go to the next one, some people would follow...it was like they knew we were the life of the party!LOLhaha...I'm serious!lol
Finally Granada...beautiful, romantic and mysterious Granada! It was really cold when we arrived there, given that it is also located in the mountains. There we went to visit The Alhambra...google it to see what I saw! Absolutely beautiful. It was the palace and fortress of the Arab kings during their time. It is elaborate, intricate and breathtaking. It was super cold, about 5 degrees Celsius that's about 40 something I think, or colder and it was also rainy but still beautiful.
I'm back on the ship now, waiting to arrive in Morocco...we should get there tonight! ;) The boat is rocking like crazy so it's hard to get any work done like reading or writing but I knew I had to post a blog soon! It's so hard to keep it up. I have yet to even write on my own journal about my experience in Spain even less had the opportunity to write on the journal for my other class.
I miss you all very much! Take care!
Peace and Light,
Yai
Sooo...Spain! ;)
I heard her foot steps against the waves, smelled her in the wind and felt her in my heart as she welcomed me once again. I smiled as I too embraced her in my arms and kissed her (on both cheeks) to express my hello. An old friend, one I have not seen in about 2 years. This Spain was different but still very much recognizable. This time I would not be in Barcelona, Madrid or Valencia but for the first time experience Cadiz, Sevilla, Cordoba and Granada.
We arrived in Cadiz, Spain on January 28, 2009. It was a chilly morning but I stood outside with bed hair and no make up to view her splendor through the morning mist. Cadiz is charming and quiet. Her streets are narrow like most European countries but her architecture and balconies and people are reminicent of old Havana in Cuba. Must be why I always feel like home in Spain. Cadiz is on the coast so it has a long strip that resembels the Malecon in Cuba...Google it! ;) It was great to drown in the silence of the streets and occasionaly here a bird shirp and look up at the balconies and take an occassional picture of the residents who just stand outside to catch the breeze, watch us passerby's or smoke a cigarrette. I visited museums, cathedrals and churches. The ancient Phonecian history was a pleasure to discover.
The next day I left on a tour to Sevilla, Cordoba and Granada. I arrived to Sevilla...just beautiful! Sevilla is grand and classic. Beautiful architecture and ancient cathedrals that still keep the integrity of yesterdays! However Sevilla also seems to be keeping up with the times. Finding a great balance between its old architecture and historic buildings with the most advance transportation system I've seen in a city such as this one. They have a great train system that goes through the city on the main streets and its futuristic looking too. Very interesting. Also not to forget the amazing aroma coming from the hundreds of orange trees planted all over not only Sevilla but Cordoba and Granada...just lovely. Moving forward...Cordoba was also amazing. There we experienced more of the Arab influence from when Spain was ruled by the Arab kingdom...the moors. I visited an old mosque with its fantastic architecture half moon hallways that seem to last an eternity. A difference from the Roman architecture, Arab architecture is simpler yet just as complex and maybe even more beautiful. The presence felt is not that of saints or opulence but of grandeur and connection between you and God. The mosques are empty spaces drawn into a masterpiece of architecture. I loved it! That night I went out with friends. I've finally met a few girls that I truly feel a connection with and it's a great feeling. We went out dancing and loved it. We went to a strip where many clubs are and pretty much went club hoping all night. I must admit that we were the life of the party. Initially the first ones to dance as the room watched in awe, surprised wondering maybe who are these girls then eventually they would join and then and only then is when it became a club. We had free drinks and got into the clubs for free and just danced ours booties off!lol The people were respectful and we got to enjoy our time together and truly felt we bonded. They played all kinds of music: salsa, merengue, pop, reggeton, etc. We like to believe that the dj catered to us as the music he kept playing were the songs that we gravitated to the most. We also noticed that when we walked out of a club to go to the next one, some people would follow...it was like they knew we were the life of the party!LOLhaha...I'm serious!lol
Finally Granada...beautiful, romantic and mysterious Granada! It was really cold when we arrived there, given that it is also located in the mountains. There we went to visit The Alhambra...google it to see what I saw! Absolutely beautiful. It was the palace and fortress of the Arab kings during their time. It is elaborate, intricate and breathtaking. It was super cold, about 5 degrees Celsius that's about 40 something I think, or colder and it was also rainy but still beautiful.
I'm back on the ship now, waiting to arrive in Morocco...we should get there tonight! ;) The boat is rocking like crazy so it's hard to get any work done like reading or writing but I knew I had to post a blog soon! It's so hard to keep it up. I have yet to even write on my own journal about my experience in Spain even less had the opportunity to write on the journal for my other class.
I miss you all very much! Take care!
Peace and Light,
Yai
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