We decided to walk through the village to see Fort St. Catherine on the northeast point of St. Georges parish. We hiked up the hill to the Unfinished Church. This interesting Gothic structure built in 1874 provides a wonderful view of the village below. It was never finished due to lack of funds and political conflict.
Continuing our meandering towards Fort St. Catherine, we walked through the local golf course to picturesque Tobacco Bay and onto St. Catherines Beach next to the fort. This impressive fortress was first built in 1614 and then rebuilt in 1812. We did the self-guided tour and really enjoyed seeing the tunnels and the underground areas of this marvelous edifice. The views from Fort St. Catherine are also quite spectacular.
We headed back towards the ship via a different walking route, arriving just in time for the re-enactment of the punishment of one of the local women who was going to be dunked because of her constant nagging, gossiping, and general meanness. The town crier and mayor presided over her tribunal, and we all had a good laugh at her expense. I was just glad it wasn't me, although the ocean dunking in the summertime would be refreshing.
After the dunking and a leisurely lunch aboard, we walked around St. George. Since it was a Sunday, only the tourist shops were open, but that was fine with us. We enjoyed the walk and the funny signs we saw. Much like Hamilton, all of the people we met were friendly.
The Seven Seas Navigator sailed from St. George and Bermuda for Norfolk in the late afternoon on Sunday. Those of us who had never visited Bermuda before could understand why so many return again and again. Those passengers onboard who had never sailed with Radisson before could understand why the cruise line has so many repeat customers. The Seven Seas Navigator has wonderful cabins and common areas. The staff pampers the passengers, and the free soft drinks, wine with dinner, and no tipping make for a more enjoyable cruise experience.
The Seven Seas Navigator will sail eight times from Norfolk to Bermuda next summer. If you are looking for an easy, no-hassle cruise to a magnificent destination, then the Seven Seas Navigator might be right for you!
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