Bermuda

5/17/2016 update from ship's librarian, Laurel:

We’ve had a mini Caribbean getaway these past few days, sailing around Bermuda! The calm Caribbean waters have been ideal for practicing our turns and getting into the swing of things at sea. In other words, we’re cruising (putting all thoughts of fine-sand beaches and rum punches aside)!

Taking advantage of the first summer rays, we held our first “Sunday-at-Sea” barbeque out on the sun deck. It was quite a feast that the saintly folks at Chartwells put together including steaks, veggie burgers, baked potatoes etc...  Everyone really seemed to enjoy themselves! Fun and games continued on into the evening, despite a few groans about the beginning of classes and all the upcoming work.

Looking ahead, we’re due to reach Norfolk, Virginia by roughly 6pm tomorrow (May 18th). It should be a nice break for all, with quite a few museums, waterfront sights along with nearby Virginia Beach a short bus-ride away.

Look out for more updates and a few pictures coming soon!