San Juan

After we left the Castillo San Cristóbal we had a few hours to explore the city of San Juan.

Myself and Max at the Plaza Colón.

Looking back at the Castillo San Cristóbal.

Max and I stopped at the Casa Cortés ChocoBar for some coffee and a light lunch.

Our delicious food.

Admiring the beautiful architecture of San Juan.

The colorful Plaza Arturo Somohano.

Another view of Castillo San Cristóbal.

Back on the ship.

Sailing out of port past the Castillo San Felipe del Morro.

Julie at dinner with her shrimp cocktail.

Max and Julie.

Castillo San Cristóbal

After our visit to El Yunque we went to see the Castillo San Cristóbal. It was constructed in 1634 and was expanded over the years. It is the largest fort built by the Spanish in the New World. 

Upon entering the fort we got to see a Spanish Flag and a 16th century suit of armor.

We also got to see this beautiful 17th century Spanish Pappenheim Rapier with gorgeous details on the hilt and blade.

Max admiring the fort, which is significantly larger than the one in St. Augustine Florida.

Breathtaking views of the ocean and San Juan.

The view through one of the narrow windows.

El Yunque

Our first port was Puerto Rico, and it was even more beautiful than I expected. We went to see the El Yunque National Forest.

The first views of Pueto Rico as we came into the port.

Max enjoying the view.

A lovely waterfall.

The Yokahú Tower, an observation tower built in 1963 with gorgeous views of El Yunque.

The beautiful view from the top; you can even see a city on the beach in the distance.

Myself and Max.

The Mameyes River.

Two Days at Sea

The next two days of the cruise were spent at sea. We had a lovely time on the ship.

Walking up to a beautiful view.

Myself and Max exploring the ship.

The striking neon sunset.

Dressed up for the formal night.

Julie and Max.

Enjoying our dinner.

Julie and Max before one of the shows.

Max posing on the staircase.

Myself and Max enjoying the pool the next day.

Another lovely sunset at sea.

Max and Julie at the Venchi chocolate shop, which quickly became one of our favorite spots on the ship.