Live From The Carnival Freedom: Crossing the Atlantic for a New Whale Tail

[jam19872016]

Unfortunately the cost was $18 to enter and I did not bring any cash with me. If I don't go into Hamilton on the return trip, this is probably what I will explore. I could purchase tickets online for $15 so best to do it ahead of time.

 

The next spot I came to was I believe a mini golf course.

 

 

I could see myself coming here if I make it here with my occasional cruise buddy. She loves mini golf.

 

Back at the clocktower mall, I had to get a picture of this troll since there was no line for it now.

 

 

I continued walking, not knowing what I was looking for. I was simply exploring for the sake of exploring.

 

 

Looking back at the Freedom.

 

 

Continuing to walk out of town.

 

 

 

Putting some distance between me and the ship.

 

 

[jam19872016]

7 minutes ago, pellanor said:

 

I bought an Europe eSim from mobimatter for my Spain-Portugal cruise. $7.99 for 5 GBs good for 30 days. Great value since we had port days one after next.

I am buying one from Airalo but that sounds cheaper I may look at that first. Its a great deal just not sure if it will be compatible with my phone. It's one of the reasons I bought a new phone, my old one was not compatible with any eSims. I am also not sure how far the data will go since I plan to use it for the whole month for all my data needs while on land.

[jam19872016]

It was not looking too promising as I left the tourist area. I was determined though to see how far I could go, and plus I saw a few other people venturing out so I wasn't the only person hoping to see something.

 

There were a several spots where you had to cross the highway to stay on the shoulder, and a couple spots you had to walk in the highway but traffic was very light and easy to navigate safely if you are mobile. It is very hilly in many spots which was the most difficult part of this endeavor. 

 

Getting further out of town I came across some local children enjoying their day at this cool looking inflatable play zone.

 

 

 

Stopped off the side of the road and followed a path down to the water. This area is known as Cockburn's Cut.

 

 

 

 

That bridge across the way is the highway I was walking on.

 

 

 

[jam19872016]

I continued walking but the roads were getting more narrow, more steep, and lost their shoulder to walk on. There was a point the road went left or right, I chose left and it quickly ran out for pedestrians. So I backtracked and went the other way. I still didn't know what I was looking for, but I didn't feel satisfied that I'd found anything worth seeing.

 

When I choose the other path it was very discouraging still. There were no roads anymore, just a nature trail leading through the woods. I felt safe but this was definitely off the beaten path and probably not something I would try in most of the Caribbean islands. 

 

I kept saying I need to turn around. But I kept going. I need to turn around, but I kept going minding where I was walking. I don't know what kind of wildlife might live in the area, and the terrain was becoming more rugged.

 

Finally, I found what I didn't know I was looking for.

 

Glass Beach.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[jam19872016]

 

There were a few, but only a few other people who had made their way to this very secluded and beautiful spot.

 

 

I pushed myself to venture out a little farther. The terrain was becoming even more of a challenge and the rocks were slippery from being splashed by the tide.

 

 

 

They don't show up well, but there were hundreds of little fish in the water.

 

 

[jam19872016]

I decided this was as far as I could safely go without pushing my personal limits but I was satisfied that I had found something unique and worthwhile and was ok with heading back. I was also running low on water and starting to get worn out from the heat of the day.

 

 

 

 

If you decide to try and find glass beach, keep in mind that you will experience small cuts on your feet. The glass is very fine, but it is still glass and shoes are a must. 

 

It is now 1:51 and I've made my way out of the nature path and back onto the roads to begin heading back.

 

 

I stopped back down Cockburn's Cut because I wanted to explore Pulpit Rock. Signs indicated that you accessed it by walking under this bridge. The terrain is very steep if you follow the signs, keep walking downhill until you reach an incline you are comfortable with and then walk back up the path.

 

 

 

 

[jam19872016]

Based on it's location on the map I believe it is somewhere in this direction.

 

 

I never could figure out how to get down there though. I don't think its actually accessible by normal standards unless the locals know a shortcut that was not marked. Also be mindful of cactus growing here, that would be painful to step on if you are not watching where you are walking.

 

Looking back the other direction I could see locals fishing although they don't really show up on camera.

 

 

Back out to Cockburn's Cut to check out the fishing wharf.

 

 

I mainly wanted to see if there were any unique vantage points from here of the ship docked.

 

 

 

[jam19872016]

I could have gone out farther and probably gotten some more vantage points, but I was out of water at this point and really getting tired so I continued to walk back to the ship.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And that was it. I didn't take any more pictures because I just wanted to hurry up and get in the AC and rehydrate. I was very satisfied with my DIY day in Bermuda. I made it back on the ship just after 2:30 so almost three hours of exploring on my own.

[jam19872016]

I'm back in the room now. Tomorrow is our stop in Ponta Delgada. I don't have any plans at this point and I may end up exploring by foot like I did in Bermuda. There is a 90% chance of rain, so I may also just make it a quick trip into the shops with my mom and back on the ship. I may hire a taxi to take me to Sete Cidades. 

 

Going to bed now see everyone tomorrow from the Azores, maybe...

[Mommapadraig]

1 minute ago, jam19872016 said:

I'm back in the room now. Tomorrow is our stop in Ponta Delgada. I don't have any plans at this point and I may end up exploring by foot like I did in Bermuda. There is a 90% chance of rain, so I may also just make it a quick trip into the shops with my mom and back on the ship. I may hire a taxi to take me to Sete Cidades. 

 

Going to bed now see everyone tomorrow from the Azores, maybe...

Goodnight. The glass beach is stunning g!

[jam19872016]

Good morning. 

 

I had a heck of a time falling asleep last night. It was after 2 when I finally was able to fall asleep. 

 

It feels like we are docked, there was some worry because of the weather (by pax nothing official) but I think that we made it.

 

Dragging myself out of bed to weigh 😱 and get breakfast. 

[jam19872016]

10 hours ago, Mommapadraig said:

Goodnight. The glass beach is stunning g!

Yes it was. I was very happy with my find.

[jam19872016]

+2.6. Not great but considering how much has come off since the ship has been moving its good to know it was mostly accurate. 

 

[jam19872016]

Blue iguana breakfast. 

 

[jam19872016]

That didn't really hit the spot today. 

 

Got some euros and a rough plan and now we are setting off into port.

[jam19872016]

Back on the ship. I'm not moving too fast but I'm gonna grab some lunch when they open at noon see if that peps me up.

 

The AC in my room has gone out. I've called maintenance and hopefully that will get fixed. I can't do a hot room.

 

On the plus side it's a nice cool day out so if I can get some energy the heat won't suck it out of me today.

[jam19872016]

Today's activities.

 

 

[jam19872016]

[jam19872016]

Lido lunch. 

 

 

[jam19872016]

Heading back out. 

[balcony bound]

Have an enjoyable day!  Can't wait to see what you found today.

[LuvCruiSun]

Sea glass beach will be on our list of things to do in Bermuda next June. Hope you have a good adventure today!

[jam19872016]

Back on the ship now. The AC has been fixed, it was all the inside rooms in this section. Hopefully it will remained working. Cooling off in the room now.

[jam19872016]

1 hour ago, balcony bound said:

Have an enjoyable day!  Can't wait to see what you found today.

Thank you! I enjoyed my walk today around town. I will have pictures soon 

21 minutes ago, LuvCruiSun said:

Sea glass beach will be on our list of things to do in Bermuda next June. Hope you have a good adventure today!

It was a very pretty place, hope you like it was much as I did. 

[broberts]

All those pictures of a tailless ship 😭. It doesn't look right. But thanks for adding the Bermuda call.