We woke to Caribbean skies and a fresh easterly breeze. As we finished breakfast, Captain John Svendsen met us on the spanker deck to give us a play-by-play of setting the sails, sprinkling some Sea Cloud history here and there. While watching the sailors “hit the rig” and scale up the tall masts, we were transported back to a simpler time. The captain even allowed willing guests to help with a few of the lines. The rest of the morning was spent soaking up the sun on deck.
After lunch, our Lindblad Photo Instructor gave us tips on taking great photos with smart phones. Our evening started with the Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Party, where Captain Svendsen welcomed us all into the Sea Cloud family. Next, we enjoyed our first taste of the fine dining the Sea Cloud is known for. For a fabulous end to the evening, our pianist Mario played relaxing melodies as Expedition Leader Paula pointed out constellations in the sky.
