As always, the journey begins with a hectic last day of work, an equally hectic journey home and an almost spontaneous onward journey to the destination of relaxation. We rush on to pick up our friends.
Unfortunately, my friend — like me — had had no desire to cook before the departure and opted for the Currywurst red and white. The weather apparently had a bad impact on the mayoniase because both the dad and the daughter now suffer from severe abdominal pain.
We crawl through the Ruhr area, sneak through the Hamburg suburbs and reach Kiel only after a whopping 7 hours drive for just over km. We are too exhausted to do anything else which is too bad, because on the roof of the hotel there is a stunning cocktail bar, which is very much appreciated by many Kielers and tourists — maybe next time. After breakfast, the girls and I go shopping for the last time and drive our car in the direction of Port of Kiel Parking. The Yacht Club tent is quickly found it is located to the right of the entrance — not to be overlooked!
There is a very friendly helpful butler, who immediately takes off our heavy suitcases. We follow him to the waiting area. This is very similar to the waiting area in Hamburg — you sit exposed in a roped off area under the observation of the other guests. Usually Prosecco, juices, water and appetizers are served. Here — the appetizers had been already distributed.
A sign that the embarkation process took much longer than usual and planned. We sit here until until the embarkation starts. A butler brings us on board devided in little groups.
