Our General Jackson Cruise - Nashville

We opted to do the General Jackson Cruise instead of going to the Grand Ole Opry this trip to Nashville. We've been to the Opry a couple of times but have never done the cruise, so it won.

We left the campground a little early not knowing for sure how long it would take to get to the boat. Found out it is docked right behind Opry Mill, the shopping mall that replaced Opryland Theme Park. What a shame that the theme park is gone. I think it was a much nicer thing to do for tourist than going to a mall. Anyway, we picked up our tickets and found a bench to sit on while waiting. After a short while they announced that they were offering a pilot house tour (extra cost) and it would board ahead of everyone else. OK, I'm in for that! The pilot house tour was interesting and full of really modern equipment. The captain was very informative telling us how the boat was built, it's size and all about the equipment that has taken place of the old fashion charts. What did we ever do without GPS? The captain explained how GPS is used, not only on the river here but on ocean going vessels as well.

The lunch was I'll say good but not excellent. It is served family style at round tables that sit 8 people. We had 7 at our table. Started with a mixed green salad and your choice of two dressings. The main course was ham and smashed taters, and chicken and green beans. Biscuits were served also along with tea and coffee. Dessert was strawberry shortcake. I've had better!!! The ham and smashed taters were the best of it all. The problem is they bring out enough for maybe 4 people, not 8 so of course we all took very small portions and then had to wait while our waiter brought more. I guess the focus isn't on the food.

Shortly after eating the show began. Tim Watson was the headline along with his band. He is a fiddle player and was very, very good on the fiddle. Of course there was some comedy thrown in along with the music. Dean and I both enjoyed the show very much!

We had thought about going to the mall, but decided to just come on back home. I was so sleepy, not sure why, and didn't feel like doing a lot of walking. So, the rest of the day we have spent relaxing and planning routes etc.

We leave tomorrow heading to Ohio with a overnight stop in Kentucky.

Come on back in a day or so and see what's new..... Pictures are posted at Picasa.