Musing on the Mediterranean - Part 2
Week 2 - Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien Sun., June 3. Livorno Que Brutta ! Pardoxically, the uninspired industrial port of Livorno, with enormous fields of new cars extending far as the eye can see, serves as Grandeur’s unflattering gateway to Pisa, Florence and the inspiring glories of Renaissance Tuscany. While the passengers disembark, boarding busses to visit them, we stay on board to shoot … Up pre-dawn to shoot the Izumi, then the Concierge Lounge. Both look perfect, thanks to my pre-planning, and help from Chef Travis and Co. in Izumi, and Raj and chefs in the Concierge Club. A bonus: an espresso machine, a real macchiato to toast another jewel in the can. A quick work-out, a few meetings. Patience and diplomacy are key on board: asking busy, underpaid people to work extra hours, frequently at odd hours, requires a delicate touch. Both Teams A and B shoot the Casino. At sunset, Julien and I capture the Spa Reception, Relaxa...