My final stop on the cruise was
Half Moon Cay, or Little San Salvador Island. It is part of the Bahamas. It is a private island, owned by Holland America Line, that it purchased in 1996 for $6 million. That explains our stop each week as we've left or returned to Florida. It's a beautiful island.
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My main activity today was to explore the island by bicycle. I was on the tour with a couple from Wisconsin. We learned about the natural surroundings. It's true ... once you learn to ride a bike you never forget!
Here are a few of my shots from the day.
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| Folks were heading off for various excursions. My tour was within walking distance... a bike ride on the island. |
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| One of the stops on the bike ride was where they keep the horses. These folks are learning/preparing for a ride on the beach. |
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| I took this tour with a couple from Wisconsin. The guide is telling us a little about the size of the island here. |
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| The beach is truly beautiful on this island. |
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| The riders, having mastered the skills, set out on their tour of the island. |
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| We stopped along the beach, and the guide took this photo of me with the Eurodam in the background. |
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| The plants were truly beautiful, and they've even placed shells to mark the path. |
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| My bike awaits me. It's a good thing it was an "old-style" bike like its rider. |
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| We also stopped by the area where I rode the jet ski two weeks ago, but to note the sea life. |
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| Note the jellyfish in the shallow water. This type doesn't sting. |
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| A stingray and tropical fish seem to be getting along. |
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| Here's a female sting ray swimming in the shallow water. |
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| After the bike ride, it was "beach time" for me. I had a few margaritas in that beach chair, and I took a few dips in that clear, cool water. |
