Jan 25th, 2020 Day 22 of 128

Montevideo, Uruguay. Today is our second port in Uruguay. I can honestly say between Punta del Este and here, that I really loved this country.  It is so laid back, relaxing, everyone outside at the beach enjoying life, sleeping in late on the weekends and so welcoming.  Today we drove along the beaches and just got to enjoy the beauty of this wonderful place.  We drove through the city center and saw it historical buildings too. Next we traveled to Juanico Winery. There we toured the 300 acres winery and got to see the Tannat grapes growing there.  This winery is known for it’s away winning Tannat wine.  It is a grape this is higher in tannins then we are used to the states.  It was delicious and will be difficult to find when we get home.  But I will enjoy the bottles I brought back on the ship with me. We had a lovely lunch at the winery and got to taste five of their wines.  It was pretty much all you could eat and drink.  Everyone was in the best of spirits (pun intended) as we drove back to the ship.  There was a rendition of wheels on the bus being sung by the two couples next to us. The girls thought it was hilarious. Blessedly the wi-fi at the winery was amazing and I had a chance to download many photos for your viewing pleasure. Make sure you look back on yesterday’s post as that one has been updated as well.  We are all looking forward to a sea day tomorrow and Monday.  Three days of excursions and ports and we are ready for some relaxing time of schoolwork, crocheting group and lectures.  Also, tomorrow is a Gala night so it will be fun to get all dolled up.  We are hosting the Chief security officer at our table so it will be fun to ask him questions about how he came to be in charge of our little floating city.  Hugs and Love to you all….farewell to Uruguay. Debra