Holland America owns an island in the Bahamas and their ships frequently stop there. It’s a very manicured, polished and pristine spot and its purpose is to make this beauty accessible to all, including older and handicapped passengers. There are large tenders that take people painlessly from ship to the island and large pathways to lead the way to the various areas.
I spent a few hours there in the afternoon taking photos and participating in the barbecue lunch. It sort of reminded me of Disneyland: better than the best, shielding us from the harsh reality of everyday life – in short, a perfect vacation spot. We have to return to the real world soon enough. Escapism can be therapeutic.
