Day 15: Rio De Janeiro
Captain Johnny spoke to us on Sunday morning about our sailing into Rio De Janeiro. He told us that everyone should make sure they were on deck by 1 to watch as the Mariner sailed into the beautiful harbour, and that he would be taking the ship close by Copacobana Beach. He promised to give a 360 degree view of the area by turning the ship around so we could all enjoy the view.
We were not disappointed. The pool deck was crowded with passengers and crew as thousands of photos were snapped of the beautiful city and beaches. Then under a blazing Brazillion sun we disembarked to look for a private car and tour guide. The H. Stern Jewelry store graciously provided both, and we set off with Amanda for a tour of Rio.
Amanda's tour took us around the various business and residential districts of Rio, to the beaches, Sugarloaf Mountain, and to the breathtaking San Sebastion Cathedral, a marvel of modern architecture with its magnificent stained glass windows . Our tour ended at the Stern museum and shop, where Carol and I were supplied with Capairenhas (Brazilian national drink) and beautiful jewelry to look at. We came away poorer but happy, to say the least.
This was an evening to say good-bye to the friends we had made who were leaving us, and to prepare for a second day in the beautiful city of Rio.
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