Awaiting Your Return From Shore |
This speck of an island in the
middle of the South Atlantic Ocean was discovered by the Portuguese on
Ascension Day in 1501. It measures a mere 7.5 miles by 6 miles, and its
closest neighbor is the island of St. Helena, the location of the exile of
Napoleon by the British, who took over the island in 1815. Until 1922,
Ascension was under the direct supervision of the British Admiralty, which
maintained a small naval station here. In 1922, the island became a
dependency of St. Helena and was placed under the control of the British
colonial office.
The main settlement is Georgetown, home to some 200 residents who
enjoy a very laid back lifestyle. The infrastructure may be limited, but the
charm of Ascension and the enthusiasm of its residents more than make up for
it.
Pier Information
The ship is scheduled to anchor off the small settlement
of Georgetown. Guests will be taken ashore via the ship’s tenders.
Georgetown is about 600 feet from the pier. There are no taxis available
on the island except for vehicles owned by residents.
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Shopping
You may want to check out the two shops in Georgetown and
perhaps get an Ascension Island T-shirt or a souvenir to take home from
this remote island. The local currency is the pound sterling, but U.S.
dollars are accepted. |
Cuisine
The Two Boat Club, which also has a bar, accepts visitors
for lunch. |
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Awaiting Your Return
From Shore |
Complimentary
Spirits Await |
Return to Your
Suite and Sail Away to The Next Adventure |
Entertainment
and Dancing Await You |