George Town, Grand Cayman Island
This has been a wonderful cruise even given the several
nights and days of rough seas. Company has been great, food terrific and the staff so cheerful and helpful. So
thankful that we really don’t get seasick so there is no need for
medication or
the stretch wristbands you see many folks wearing.
We are in George Town, the largest and most populous of the
Cayman Islands- Grand Cayman. Something I read said it is the most popular
cruise destination in the Western Caribbean.
There are three other cruise ships in the harbor- Disney, Costa and
Carnival. This is our third time here.
We are in the George Town Harbor being kept stable and in
place by the use of the engines. The tenders were lowered down about 7:30AM no
doubt serving as an alarm clock for many aboard. The tenders drop people off at
Harbour Drive right in the middle of the shopping district. The area is very
charming and especially inviting if you are looking for the usual stuff-
jewelry, watches, bamboo and Del Sol clothing. We are not looking for anything.
Along Harbour Drive is the Elmslie Memorial United Church,
named for the first Presbyterian missionary to serve in the Caymans. In front
of the court house, more in the center of town, is the Wall of History where
the names of important citizens are inscribed. It is a bustling area and each
time I have been here I wondered just what it must be like when there are not
many cruise ships in port and the town is calmer. Today is no different for the streets are
filled. This pirate-looking ship sailed around us all day and the harbor was guarded by 4 police boats all in a row.
One more day aboard and then we head home with memories of great sights seen, fun conversations shared and tasty food enjoyed.
1 Comments:
It looks beautiful! Glad you have had such a fun trip.
Kathryn
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