SS Sørlandet Tall Ship Arrives In Bermuda
After seven months at sea, 40 Class Afloat students arrived in Bermuda today [Mar 19] aboard the Norwegian tall ship SS Sørlandet, one of the world’s oldest operating fully-rigged tall ship.
According to a spokesperson, “With the guidance of a dedicated team of academic faculty and professional mariner crew, high school and university students from Canada, the United States, Mexico, Germany, Switzerland, Norway, and South Africa set sail in August 2013 from Ontario, Canada on the voyage of a lifetime.
“Students attend classes aboard the Sørlandet while sailing to over 20 ports of call on four continents, where they experience local cultural traditions, visit historic sites, participate in voluntary service projects, and engage in exciting outdoor activities.
“Class Afloat has a long history of visiting Bermuda and we have many Bermudian alumni. Our current students are looking forward to being part of this tradition,” said Shipboard Director Megan MacLeod.
“Upon departure from Bermuda, the Sørlandet’s voyage continues with a 24-day Atlantic crossing to France, Scotland, and Amsterdam, before arriving in Kristiansand, Norway in May, where a graduation ceremony will celebrate the completion of the students’ incredible nine-month voyage of adventure and learning.”
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What a fantastic experience of a lifetime for these students! And “Bermuda Is Another World” ~ so anywhere they’ve been in their seven months, so far, and will go in the next month: nothing will compare to Bermuda; it will remain unique in their learning, and in their Hearts.