Monday, May 15
Sadly we finished our cruise today, disembarking in Seattle after 19 fabulous days. We were met by Noelle's cousin Elaine, who dropped us in the city to do some touristy things while she went on to work. The weather was cold and overcast, and we decided to do the Seattle Underground Tour. This was fascinating as it ran through the history of Seattle, which only began in the mid 1800s, and highlighted the problems the young town went through to get established. There were also many amusing stories the guide told us as he lead us around the original streets of Seattle which are now 10-15 feet below the current streets!
After the tour we walked down to Pike Place Market where we had lunch, and then indulged on a Seattle delicacy - donuts with maple syrup icing with bacon bits sprinkled on them. They are delicious, and for a Monday the market was very busy.
We then headed back to the Seattle Public Library where Elaine was to pick us up. We were happy to wait there until she arrived as it was drizzling with rain and cold to us, plus we could use the wifi there!
Elaine and Danny's house is really nice, and as he is a chef we had a delicious meal and some nice wines to go with it. We had a great night catching up with Elaine again and getting to know Danny and his 2 boys who are staying with them this week.
It seems funny being off the ship after 2 cruises but we have to adjust as it won't be long and we'll be home again!
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