On Monday we had an exciting day, it began with an island safari. We toured the West, North, and East coast of Barbados. We saw the only functioning windmill left on the island, experienced the 9th wonder of the world (an anti gravity hill), and saw amazing Atlantic Ocean views. We learned that swimming on the west coast of Barbados is quite deadly and not encouraged, although the surfers brave the danger. Our driver was consistently supplying us with rum punch & jokes. On occasion, we questioned his off roading skills but we all survived and made it back in one piece.
After the safari we had a tour at Harrison’s cave where we learned about the history of the island, how it was formed and that it is the only non volcanic island in the Caribbean (Barbados is really in the Atlantic Ocean). We took a tram through various rooms in the cave and ventured 160 feet underground. I cannot express in words the beautiful views above and below ground in Barbados, I don’t believe that the photographs do this island justice.
On Tuesday we had our respective vocational visits which were quite educational and were much appreciated. After vocations, we visited George Washington’s residence where he stayed while visiting Barbados with his ailing brother. While in Barbados the contracted small pox and survived to return home, begin his military career, and become our President!
One of the team member’s going to our district, Tamara, has been spending time with us. She is looking forward to her time in Florida, we have been sharing plenty of tips and information so she will be prepared! Later this week we have more vocational visits, a night out at Harbor Lights, & a visit to a local Rotary project!
Harrison's cave with Suriya's "brothers"
Our safari guide with rum punch!
Sara & Tamara
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