Yesterday was a big day for Nana, she showed off her watercolor paintings she has done during the cruise, jam with the band with her Ukulele, and sing in the guest talent show.  Here is Nana spotlighting her pictures (she only has 3 in the lounge, the others are from other artists).

Nana decided that she wanted to sing one of her favorite songs.  Papa asked for pictures and videos of you …. the grandchildren from your parents and he put them into a video that played behind Nana.  Nana was the hit of the show and everyone loved seeing her sing and you all playing different musical instruments.  We have gotten a lot of compliments about each of you.

Here is Nana jamming with our favorite band on board the ship.

Today we arrived into San Juan, Puerto Rico. We had to do face to face with US Immigration as this is first stop into the USA since we left. Then we took a shuttle bus to the center of old town. 

We tried a new app, recommended by some friends called VoiceMap.  This app recognizes by GPS where you are and talks about different locations that you see.  

As we wandered through the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan, it felt like we had stepped back in time. The warm Caribbean breeze carried the scent of sea air and simmering spices, while colorful colonial buildings — painted in shades of turquoise, coral, and golden yellow — surrounded us like a vibrant open-air museum. It was incredible to think this city, founded in 1521, is the oldest under U.S. jurisdiction, older than anything on the mainland.

We paused at the towering walls of El Morro, the mighty fortress that once guarded the harbor against pirates and enemy fleets. Its cannons still point out to sea, silent reminders of centuries past. Just a short walk away, we saw Castillo San Cristóbal, sprawling and commanding, one of the most impressive Spanish fortifications in the New World.

As we strolled down Calle San Sebastián, our footsteps tapped against the distinctive blue cobblestones — a quirk of history, created from slag brought by Spanish ships. Locals greeted us with nods and easy smiles, and lively music spilled from plazas where people danced as if the evening itself were a celebration.

Later, we found ourselves sipping piña coladas at one of the local bars. The drink was perfectly chilled, sweet, and strong. We felt the magic of San Juan — not just as a historic capital, but as a living, breathing place full of rhythm, stories, and soul.

We took the shuttle back to our ship and had another night of entertainment, eating and music. Well two more days at sea and then we disembark.  We keep getting asked if we are packed and we tell everyone that we haven’t even started.  When you start to pack, the cruise is almost over at that point.  We will probably start tomorrow.  I will be doing two more blogs.  A wrap up our trip and summary as well as the and half quiz that I expect every grandchild to do !!