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This itinerary features a 12-day cruise with 7 ports of call, including visits to Port Canaveral, Florida; Savannah, Georgia; Charleston, South Carolina; Norfolk, Virginia, Hamilton; St. George; Bermuda; Nassau, Bahamas. |
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2008: April 18. |
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| Day | Port | Arrive | Depart |
| April 18 |
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida | - | 5:00 pm |
| April 19 |
Port Canaveral, Florida |
8:00 am |
5:00 pm |
| April 20 |
Savannah, Georgia |
9:30 am |
11:00 pm |
| April 21 |
Charleston, South Carolina |
8:00 am |
11:00 pm |
| April 22 |
At Sea | - | - |
| April 23 |
Norfolk, Virginia | 8:00 am | 6:00 pm |
| April 24 |
At Sea | - | - |
| April 25 |
Hamilton, Bermuda | 12:00 pm | - |
| April 26 |
Hamilton, Bermuda | - | - |
| April 27 |
Hamilton, Bermuda | - | 6:00 am |
| April 27 |
St. George's, Bermuda |
8:00 am |
2:00 pm |
| April 28 |
At Sea |
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- |
| April 29 |
Nassau, Bahamas |
1:30 pm |
6:00 pm |
| April 30 |
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida |
disembark |
| - Information above subject to change, please confirm details at time of booking. |
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Historic Savannah Walking Tour. Enjoy spectacular old homes and buildings, beautiful foliage and the essence of Southern charm during this guided walking tour through historic Savannah.
Savannah, Georgia offers the perfect setting for a private guided tour, and the best way to appreciate its inimitable beauty, charm and mystique is definitely on foot. During this leisurely stroll through Savannah's picturesque old streets and squares, you'll learn what makes the Hostess City so fascinating, and why so many visitors return again and again.
Take a step back in time as you depart for a guided tour within Savannah's 2.2 square-mile National Historic Landmark District. Along the way, 273 years of history will come alive as you pass the beautiful streets and squares. Discover the origins of the 13th Colony, and view the nation's finest collection of exquisite 18th and 19th-century mansions, cottages and churches adorned by splendid ironwork, cobblestone streets and walkways, and many other Old World influences.
If you love trees, you'll quickly discover why the City of Savannah is so proud of its designation as Tree City, USA. The Historic District's streets, squares and parks are filled with trees of all description, including scenic live oaks, magnolias, moss-covered oaks, dogwoods, crape myrtles, and an occasional palm tree.
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Founded in 1670 by a group of English aristocrats as an intended moneymaking venture, 'Charles Towne' swiftly boomed as the port to serve the rice and cotton plantations. The Civil War started on Charleston's very doorstep at Fort Sumter that lies on an island in the harbor. Fire swept through the city in 1861, destroying large areas, and additional damage was inflicted in 1865 with the Union bombardment that lasted 58 days. The slump in cotton prices and decline of the plantations led to an economic crash after the War. The final blow to the city was a catastrophic earthquake in 1886. When the rest of the state became industrialized, Charleston was the exception. Only with the arrival World War II did the city regain importance as a port and naval base. Since then a steady program of preservation and restoration has made tourism one of Charleston's main industries. Despite its great popularity as a tourist destination, the city has managed to retain its quaint atmosphere while still being an energetic and real working town. Today, Charleston is a compelling place to visit, especially the historic district featuring tall, narrow houses of multi-colored stucco adorned with wooden shutters and ironwork balconies. Hidden gardens, leafy patios, palm trees, a semitropical climate and an easy-going atmosphere complete the picture of one of the most beloved cities of the South and was recently acclaimed the most courteous city in the U.S.
Historic Charleston and Boone Hall. Tour Charleston's beautiful old historic district, viewing the lovely homes along the Battery, 18th century Rainbow Row, magnificent public buildings and churches, and many other points of interest. But first the tour will begin with Historic Boone Hall Plantation, which was used in the filming of the television mini series, "North and South" and "Queen", and for background filming in "Gone with the Wind". Tour this lovely Georgian plantation house, the slave quarters built from brick made on the plantation in the 1800s and watch the flower ladies making their sweet grass baskets. After your tour of the house, enjoy cookies and lemonade on the porch.
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Less than half of Bermuda's nearly 150 tiny islands are actually big enough to build a house on. The archipelago's seven largest islands are connected by bridges or causeways, and the subsequent body of land is divided into nine parishes, each with its own personality and attractions. St. George's Parish anchors the East End and Sandy's Parish the West End, and the capital city of Hamilton sits in between. Bermuda's seven principal islands have been completely tamed. Its 21 square miles are almost suburban in character, with pastel-colored cottages fronted by manicured lawns. Even the natural landscape is unremarkable compared to some of the other islands; for example, you will not find the rain forests or mountains that are characteristic of Puerto Rico on this island. But just offshore and beneath the water's surface is a fantasy like seascape made up of the world's northernmost coral reefs. The coral's brilliant colors and exotic shapes attract scores of snorkelers, scuba divers, and glass-bottom boats. Ground coral mixed in with grains of sand create Bermuda's renowned pink beaches. Bermuda's culture is exceptionally civilized a direct influence of its English heritage. Cricket the national game, the judges wear white wigs and tea is served every afternoon in this self-governing British colony. In the interest of maintaining the island's serenity, the maximum speed limit for motorized vehicles is 20 MPH. And because of its tiny size, rental cars are not allowed on Bermuda. The pink public buses, however, are convenient and economical, as are the ferries that cross the Great Sound. If public transportation does not appeal to you, hail one of the island's taxi drivers, commonly referred to as Bermuda's "ambassadors of goodwill." To explore the island on your own, scooters, mopeds, and bicycles are available for rent. The roads, however, are narrow and winding, and often lined with stone walls - and don't forget that the people here drive on the left side of the street, English style.
Cultural Art Walking Tour. The Cultural Art Tour is available on arrival in our first port of call, Hamilton. This tour provides guests with an insightful exploration of the rich historical tapestry that is Bermuda's heritage. Covering Bermuda's history through the arts, its distinctive architecture, quintessential decorative arts and the rise of a celebrated fine arts community, this tour brings Bermuda's past to the present and provides visitors with a chance to see the living history of the island.
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Dating back to 1609 when the Sea Venture wrecked off the coast, the first settlement of Bermuda began here at this north end of the archipelago. St. George's parish is comprised of two large islands, St. George's and St. David's. The town of St. George's is the second-oldest English town in the New World, and for almost two centuries, was the capital of Bermuda. It is named for both Sir George Somers, the founder of Bermuda, and Saint George, the patron Saint of England. King Square is the hub of all activity in St. George's; the Visitor's Information Center is on the Square, and provides helpful maps and walking guides of the town. Also prominent on the Square is the replica of the stocks and pillory that were used to publicly punish criminals who missed Sunday church services or stole a chicken. Be there when the clock strikes noon in King's Square, as life is transformed back to the 17th century when the Town Crier greets the assemblage with the time and day's events.
St. Georges Towne Walk. Join the former town crier for an enchanting tour of 17th-century St. George. You will stroll leisurely along narrow lanes once roamed by rogues and rumrunners. Learn about the town's early history as well as local folklore. Sample seasonal fruits and berries and enjoy the local flora and fauna. E. Michael Jones, J.P., former councilor of the St. George Corporation Township, will narrate your tour. Mr. Jones is a former world-renowned town crier and one of only a few people certified to conduct historical tours of this ancient town. Exclusive to this tour is a narrated visit to the Historical Society Museum and St. George Towne Hall. Your walking tour will end at the historic St. Peter's Church in time for the 11:00 a.m. service for those who wish to attend.
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