ST. Georges Harbour

We had absolutely no expectations regarding Bermuda as a cruising site – we were just focused on getting here, as a stepping stone. But, now that we are here, we love it! This is a beautiful and extremely well protected harbor. Even though the harbor services large ships, the water is clean, and we have been swimming off the boat each day (that’s how we bathe). Anchoring is free, there is no one running out to take $25 for a mooring each night. There is a free dinghy dock with a free dumpster right next to it, and free wireless internet a short walk away. The supermarket and laundry-mat are both a very short walk from the dinghy dock, and the town is beautiful. And it’s kept immaculately clean. The people are friendly and helpful and easy to understand. The weather has been beautiful, with highs of 75 and lows of 65. We were fortunate to get a couple of good drying days after we arrived, and the boat is pretty much dried out. In the calm anchorage, Judy has been able to cook again. In short, this is cruising paradise!

Unlike in the BVI, the only people here on boats are true sailors. After all, they had to get here. Judy and I are probably the least experienced sailors in port. We have already learned a lot from picking the brains of more experienced captains – especially one in particular who has circumnavigated. There are several beautiful old wooden masted, gaff rigged schooners that made the crossing – quite impressive.

So, we may be here a while ;-)

By the way, my cell phone receives just fine here, but I can’t make outgoing calls, so give me a call any time! Don’t leave a voice message, because I can’t access it. Oh, and don’t bother to call Judy – she took her phone for a swim.