Another dream come true...to see the tombs of the pharaohs. For over a month, we will explore the ancient wonders of western civilization from Egypt to Britain. We will fly to Cairo and on to Luxor, then we will board Regent Voyager in Safaga, Egypt to sail on to Jordan, Israel, Turkey, Greece, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal and England.
Monday, June 3, 2013
Normandy...A Moving Experience
Our last day was a nine hour tour to the beaches of Normandy. We were weary, but it was so worth it. The Normandy countryside is beautiful. We visited Gold Beach, the British Beach where the pontoon bridges and docks were put in place to download Allied troops, tanks, supplies to support the taking of France. The American Cemetery was the highlight. To see this beautiful serene place where our heroes rest is almost a religious experience. To cap the visit, we were there for the lowering of the flag with taps lingering in the air. Omaha Beach seems so ordinary. We saw families with children playing on the beach. To think on June 6, 69 years ago, the invasion took place and the beach was the scene of such carnage. A truly memorable day.
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