We flew to one of the Caribbean Island and checked in with the ship we were to sail on." The Flying Cloud". Every thing worked out very smoothly. We were assigned to our cabins. Late afternoon we cast off from the dock and got under way.Shortly thereafter,we hoisted sail and cut the motors.And then the fun began.
What a beautiful sight to see. The ship under full sail and we were aboard.One of the first things they were to do, was to inform us that money was not to be used aboard ship. You were instructed to contact the purser and exchange your money for "script". Of course this worked out
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| Here is my sweet daughter taking it all in great for the ship when a big gust of wind would blow any one's loose script out to sea. |
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| Dress up in any costume you want PARTY |
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| Ship's Launch to ferry guests ashore |
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| A couple were married on our cruise |
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About the Liberty Clipper
Liberty Clipper is a newly renovated but traditionally-rigged gaff
topsail schooner. She is steel-hulled, with broad open decks,
state-of-the-art galley, and a spacious and welcoming grand
salon. She carries over 4,000 square feet of sail area in three
head-sails, gaff-rigged fore- and main-sails, and a gaff topsail.
Built in Rhode Island, she is well-equipped with essential safety
and navigation equipment, a large diesel engine for auxiliary
power, and diesel generators for electrical power. With a
water-maker and tankage for almost 1,000 gallons of fresh
water you can take hot-showers each day! Liberty Clipper has
comfortable accommodations for 28 in two-berth cabins with
opening skylights. Each cabin is appointed with yellow pine
paneling providing a warm and comfortable feel. Your cabin
will be outfitted with fresh linens, towels and even soaps. Each
cabin includes a vanity sink with hot and cold running water,
and each bunk has a reading light. The ship has 110-volt outlets
to charge your camera and other electrical devices.
In the morning you will wake to the fragrance of freshly baked
breads, inviting you to breakfast. You'll have the opportunity to
help the crew sail the ship by raising sails or even taking a turn
at the helm under the careful supervision of our experienced
US Coast Guard licensed captain. You will get underway for a new
beach or port each day, and when anchored, you will have access
to two-person kayaks, the ship’s sailing dinghy, and snorkeling
gear. There is ample seating on deck, and you'll always find a quiet
place to relax and enjoy the sailing. There is a bar service for beer,
wine and cocktails. Each night you will be at anchor, for dinner in
the grand salon, and for a restful night’s sleep
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Bahamas Out Islands, 6 nights
Region:
Bahamas
Description:
Six nights and seven days sailing in the turquoise and azure
blue waters of the Bahamas.
Aboard:
Liberty Clipper
Stops:
Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Sunday
Life in the Capital revolves around the historic wharf, the center
for Bahamian commerce and politics. Once ashore, the
marketplace buzzes with excitement. Open-air stalls sell
everything from straw hats and hammocks to Cuban cigars.
Good luck getting back to ship without braided hair because
those Bahama Mamas could coax a bald man into their clutches.
A unique way to explore downtown–with all its museums,
botanical gardens, shops and historic architecture–is by
horse-drawn carriage where you’ll see big Colonial-style
buildings painted in soft island pastels. The sights of Nassau
are simply charming.
Eleuthera
Eleuthera, one of the Bahamas “Out Islands”, is 110 miles long,
north to south, and from one to just a few miles wide. The island
faces the Atlantic Ocean on its east side, and the Great Bahama
Bank on it west side. The name “Eleuthera” comes from the
Greek word for “free.” Eleuthera started as a coral reef, but unlike
many of the islands, and even Florida, it’s terrain is quite hilly,
with some hills as high as 100 feet. The shoreline varies from
pink sand beaches to large coral outcroppings extending into
aquamarine and azure waters. Eleuthera’s many beaches are
considered among the best in the Bahamas.
The original inhabitants of Eleuthera were the Arawaks, who
came from the mainland costs of Florida and the Yucatan
Peninsula. They were a peaceful people, and were essentially
overcome by the Spaniards who came to the island in the late
15th century. The Spaniards exported the natives as slaves,
and killed most of the rest. For the next 200 years Eleuthera,
and the Bahamas overall,were desolate with little human
habitation.
Today, Eleuthera is like an island in time, much less developed
than Nassau, Freeport or the Abacos. Life moves at a slower
pace here, with only 8,000 inhabitants, and a focus on
vacationing. The temperature is 3 to 4 degrees cooler than
Florida, with constant sea breezes. Sea birds abound. Away
from towns, all there is to hear are the sounds of the ocean
and birds.
Abaco Islands, Bahamas
The Abaco Islands, a 120-mile-long chain, lie in the northern
Bahamas, east of Grand Bahama Island, and include the main
islands of Great Abaco and Little Abaco, plus a number of
lesser islands. At the time of Columbus' voyages to the New
World, the Abaco Islands were inhabited by Arawak indians.
The first European settlers arrived in 1783, Loyalists fleeing the
American Revolution. These settlers made a modest living by
basic farming, boat building, and by salvaging wrecks.
Today the Abacos are considered one of the western
hemisphere's best boating and sailing destinations. The quaint
colonial towns, colorful lighthouse, golf courses, miles of
beautiful beaches, fantastic fishing and wonderful diving make
the Abacos an incredibly complete vacation destination.
Diving and snorkeling is excellent throughout the Abacos, with
protected underwater areas including Fowl Cay National Reserve
and Pelican Cays National Park, large reefs with underwater caves,
colorful tropical fish, even Caribbean reef sharks. Sport fishing is
big in the islands, with excellent bonefishing in shallower water,
and game fishing for marlin, and tuna offshore.
Berry Islands, Bahamas
Great diving in the Berries!
Try the Sea Gardens - It starts in at 15 feet, then drops off to 40
feet before rising and dropping again to 90 feet before sloping
off to the wall. Many pelagic fish such as Eagle Rays and
Kingfish. Many eels including Spotted Morays.
Or... the Throne of Wo - A shallow grid line reef in 35 feet of water.
See Pillar coral, a large variety of fish, and an occasional shark.
Andros Islands, Bahamas
Four great dive sites here:
Bethel Channel: A labyrinth of corals in 50'. One diving group
discovered an unusual cleaning station here. At a large Star
Coral three different fish, two juvenile Spanish Hogfish, two
Bluehead Wrasse and a small pack of Neon Gobies were cleaning
a clutch of Creole Wrasse that were standing straight up on
their heads.
Potomac - A wreck of a cargo steamer in a reef at 20 feet. The
variety of life on this shallow reef is amazing. Everyone comes
up talking about something different. A species list of one dive
group included octopus, lobster, a Nurse Shark, Rainbow
Parrotfish, Doctorfish, hermit crabs, Arrowcrabs, Soldierfish,
Reef Squid and several spotted morays.
Lady Moore - A wreck in 80 feet of water. It has attracted a
substantial fish population.
Apples - A wall starting at 50 feet. It features a profusion of
Black Corals starting at 60 feet that really get thick as the
wall drops vertically at 90 feet.
Nassau, Bahamas (return)
Saturday
Return to Nassau for disembarkation
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Happy Sailing !!
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