An absolutely fabulous trip. Everyone was having a grand time, particularly the Canadian. But at the same time, everybody was most respectful of the other teams and were quick to cheer along at any good move, score, etc. It was just 1 big, happy festival.
The curling finals were great. We started out cheering on the Norwegians as any who wore pants that outrageous deserved to be cheered. But as the game went on, we got caught up with all the excitement on the Canadians. Had great seats high up and in the middle. The guy sitting next to us was a curler from another town who had attended numerous curling events and said we had the best seats to see all the action. He was also most helpful explaining a lot. Very friendly which may have been due to the 7 or 8 beers. the place went crazy at the end (I can only imagine what reaction was after the hockey game.)
However, the highlight was the medal ceremony. the Mounties marched out with the flags which were attached to the bar. After the medals were handed out, the flags went up while the Canadian anthem was played. At least I think it was played as everyone was singing at the top of their lungs.
Vancouver was a great city with plenty of good restaurants. We ate at 2: Blue Water and Le Crocodile. Both were excellent, great service and food. Credit card was smoking though when we left. Should have known as the valets were parking 2 Bentley's @ Crocodile. But what the hell, it was the Olympics after all.
a few pics here and will post the album on Facebook page
