Paul I left Dover just before 7am today. It was a beautiful sunny morning (inland anyway!) By the time we got to Lydd we were in thick fog and the temperature had dropped 3 degrees! Came back to this wonderful sunshine again.
The foghorns woke me up this morning too, but at least I was up bright and early lol.
Now about the Southampton thing - how can you compare Dover port with that? As Colette has said already, most people praise the personal and efficient service they get here. I know of seven or eight families that have sailed from Dover and all said what a relaxing experience it was because of the smooth running of operations here. If you want a nice quiet meal with personal service and a calm ambiance you go to a small, well run cafe/restaurant. If you want a good night out with noise and music but not so personal quick service you go to a large restaurant.
Now I'm not saying Southampton isn't well run, it probably is, but it's a massive port with a lot going on. Personally I would rather sail from here, much less hassle.
So Keith please don't knock our port. I know you'll come out with "everyones entitled to a view" etc etc. Well yes they are but I do get sick of the constant criticizing of our town. I may be a nobody but Collette has personal experience and I totally agree with all she says.
Thanks Collette for your updates on which liners are coming in, and for the reports you give us.
