We took the train to London from Newcastle, and then another to Plymouth. Since we missed today’s ferry to Cherbourg, France, we had to find lodging for the evening. All the hotels near the ferry port were filled. We took a bus to Portsmouth South Sea, an old district of the city. On the bus, several women discussed where we should go to find the best rated B and B. Everyone was so friendly and willing to help! Upon their advice, we stopped at Kings Road Circle. As I was putting on my backpack, someone recognized the Camino patch on the pack, and we started talking. David Johnson completed the Camino by bicycle in 2011. After a lively chat, he informed us that he owned the Victoria Court B & B, and, yes, he had an available room. Once again, the Camino provides.
We ate Moroccan cuisine at Tourareg; something different for both of us. Of course, we had previously eaten Couscous, but not as deliciously prepared as the meal we had this evening. I will have to learn how to cook this traditional food.
Tomorrow morning we will visit Portsmouth, and then take the 4 P.M. ferry to France; at last.
We have a French student in my lab right now for the next 8 months who is from a Moroccan family. I can ask her for some recipes.
Aine,
The recipes would be good, if you can get it. Thanks for the offer.
yes our camino connections always come in handy. sorry it sometimes is so difficult for you all to get from one place to another.
jane- are you planning to write a book about this journey?
Phil,
I may write several…will see how it develops. thanks for asking.