Bonaire, Martinique & Barbados

We were going to snorkel in Bonaire — that and scuba are what this island is known for! But my arm changed the plan. So we chose a glass bottom boat to see beneath the surface of the water. 

Bonaire has the smallest population of the ABC Islands– only 24,000. There are no buildings over four stories; it is a lovely island and has a small adjacent island called Klein Bonaire which is uninhabited and protected from development. We motored over to there and drifted along the coral shoreline.

John on the left.

Sea Slug

Interesting tubal coral.

Always a day for boat laundry!

Great name, then a rum cocktail….

Once ashore, we walked around the shops. I bought a beautiful piece of art glass but failed to photograph it…..so I’ll see it when we get home — we had it shipped!

I loved the colors of the town!

The next day was another sea day on our way to Martinique. We slept late, had a fancy breakfast and John and I had our free massages (payment for having to change rooms). And a big plus — I was able to just have a bandage put on my arm — no wrap in gauze wrap! Much more comfortable even though still no water. Oh well, who comes to the Caribbean and doesn’t get wet???

Next day we landed in Martinique, but we had to anchor and use a shuttle to the port.

After our arrival we were directed down to the house below to set up a taxi, we took to Habitation Clement where rum is made…..but there is also a wonderful sculpture garden and museum.

Chihuly above

And then into their museum.

A lot of the art below is representative of the slave trade.

Back to the ship and dinner.

And then we arrived in Barbados, the only stop on our cruise that we had been to before. We had talked about renting a car, driving around, etc., but we were so worn out sightseeing that we just lazed around the pool doing nothing. First of all, a glimpse of our packed taxi.

Then our first look out from the lobby when we arrived!

The waitress at the Asian restaurant loved John!

Our room’s opening onto the pool area:

And our final dinner at Nishi; we splurged and went out to eat. By the way, David Taxi is phenomenal; he arrives right on time, every time. His phone number in case you are in Bridgetown, Barbados is ‭1 (246) 245-1724‬; he does taxi service, touring, shopping. Nishi was also very good Asian Fusion food.

We had a great trip!  The next day was a LONG trip home to Austin. When we got to the house it was raining and John tried to open the door with our garage keypad and it didn’t work. Our driver and I were standing there watching John try it and try it. There had been days of severe freeze while we were gone. Finally, John took out the battery and then plugged it back in…..and voila! the garage door opened. We walked in our door at 2:00 a.m. the next morning which was 4:00 a.m. body time. It was worth it!

Beth