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New Orleans Cruise

Departure date: 01/11/2012

Our first trip of 2012 and it's a cruise departing from New Orleans. All the excitement of New Orleans then we're off for the warmth of Mexico. Stop back after our departure to follow our fun trip viewing our photos and comments.

Trip Journal
January 11 - 2012 - Wednesday - We departed on a good note with sunny skies and temperatures in the mid 50's by noon. Tonight we stay at the Drury Inn in Mt. Vernon IL.
January 12 - 2012 - Thursday - The weather turned drastically colder and windy. About 35 degrees when we stopped on Beale Street in Memphis for lunch. Still it was an interesting stop, neat shops, good food and we drove by the Motel where Martin Luther King was shot. Tonight we'll be at the Silver Star Casino. We're bound for a good time as the casino is giving everyone $40.00 of free slot play and a food voucher.
January 13 - 2012 - Friday - It's full day of the sights of New Orleans. It's a sunny day but cool as we stopped in the French Quarter for lunch. We walked down Bourbon Street and viewed the St. Louis Cathedral. Later we stopped at the World War II Museum for exhibits and a special effects movie. Tonight we're off to the Mulates Restaurant for dinner, music and dancing.
January 14 - 2012 - Saturday -This morning we had a city tour of New Orleans, highlighting Katrina and stopping off at a cemetery. Next we toured Mardi Gras World, thats where they make the floats for all the parades. It's a nice sunny day with pleasant temperatures. Getting aboard the Carnival Ship Elation went very smoothly. Once on board, we checked out our cabins and began to enjoy all the different choices of food.
January 15 - 2012 - Sunday - It's a great day to be out on the open sea in the Gulf of Mexico. It's windy but a lot warmer than home. This evening we enjoyed an elegant dinner, lobster, prime rib, or a variety of scrumptious choices. A wonderful show followed dinner.
January 16 - 2012 - Monday - It's shopping day and tours in Progresso. The sunny warm weather is a treat. High 70's as we take in all the sights.
January 17 - 2012 - Tuesday- Almost hot, low 80's and it another pleasant day in Cozumel Mexico. Everyone went off the ship and did their own thing. Whether shopping, touring, or boating, it's great everyone can pursue thier own interests.
January 18 - 2012 - Wednesday - Just a few photos today from our last day at sea. One of the many towel animals we received each night back at our cabin, and a few shots of our attentive dining staff.
January 19 - 2012 - Thursday - Getting off the ship in New Orleans was a breeze. As we left town we got a great view of the Superdome. Our hotel was the large gambling resort, Sams town in Tunica Mississippi.
January 20 - 2012 - Friday - Our first stop this morning was in Memphis at Graceland. We had plenty of time for a tour of Evis's home, view his cars and climb aboard his planes. Lots to see and the weather was pretty good also. Looking forward to our drive towards home. Tonight we'll be in Effingaham Illinois.
January 21 - 2012 - Saturday - Last night we got ot the hotel just in time. We were an hour late and shortly thereafter the freeway stopped moving because of ice. This morning, the roads were clear, a few cars and semis in the ditch but we had no problems. At lunch we were running about 15 minutes behind schedule. Should be home close to on time.

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