Thursday, May 25. Too many photos. Massive statue on the river’s edge. Spitting child tradition is from Napoleonic times when illegitimate children resulting from French soldiers being housed in the city. Offspring were treated poorly, resulting in their disrespectful conduct.

The river has a huge number of castles on both sides. Lots of small towns. Vineyards.

Had dinner off the ship in Rudesheim. Nice time. Fun entertainment, though the music was nearly all American.