Grand Turk

Vacation Day 7 (or somewhere around there) - Grand Turk is an island that is part Turks and Caicos. The typical island stuff goes on here … snorkeling, diving, sailing, sunbathing and, or course, shopping. It seems I read that there are somewhere around 3600 people that live here; it's a very quiet place, at least until the Cruise ships arrive. We came in at 1pm, right after the Carnival Valor.    

A couple years back, we made our first visit to Grand Turk and discovered a Margaritaville tucked into a back corner. Beau, being a HUGE Jimmy Buffet fan, had to go and we had a great time sitting at the bar, having a couple drinks and watching the party progress. There was no question we were doing the same this trip. There is a shopping square right off the pier. Beau purchased me a pair of silver earrings and we bought T-shirts from Pirana Joes. (A particularly fun brand that is not available in the states). 

 Our new friends Ken and Sue joined us to toil away the three remaining hours at Margaritaville. Although they are incredibly overpriced - $7.50 for a beer, $10 for a drink, it is a place of great atmosphere and fun.

When you sail, most everyone turns off their cell phones and computers. You can get internet access out here but it is a bit expensive – the smallest package being $59 for 150 minutes. As a result, one of the big offerings to get folks into your business is free wi-fi. You can always spot the places. There is a large gathering pressed in elbow to elbow. It's those couple minutes you text, tweet, check e-mail and blog.

And then, the return to ship for a 6:30 sailing. Our last port of call. One more day at sea and this cruise will be over.    Big Sigh ......

Thanks for dropping by,

Lorrie