Our hometown is one of the State's major tourist destinations. To some, that's a negative because of the seasonal tourist invasion, but we consider it a huge PLUS. We're surrounded by natural beauty, and there's always something to do on the weekend. In addition to all the "permanent" fun, we occasionally have visiting attractions.
This past weekend, Her Majesty's Ship Bounty was in town for a brief visit. Does the name sound familiar? That's because she's famous! The abbreviated bio below is from her website.
The HMS Bounty is one of the most famous ships in the world. Known for the storied mutiny that took place in Tahiti in 1789 on board the British transport vessel, the current Bounty, a replica, has survived to tell the tale. Built for the 1962 movie “Mutiny on the Bounty” with Marlon Brando, HMS Bounty sails the country offering dockside tours in which one can learn about the history and details of sailing vessels from a lost and romanticized time in maritime history. Since her debut in “Mutiny on the Bounty”, HMS Bounty has appeared in many documentaries and featured films such as the Edinburgh Trader in Pirates of the Caribbean Dead Mans Chest with Johnny Depp.
We simply couldn't pass up the opportunity to meet a true celebrity! The experience was exciting for all, but exhausting as well. This little buccaneer fought to stay awake so he wouldn't miss a moment of fun, but the battle was eventually lost. I'd say that's better than the alternative of being forced to walk the plank due to crankiness!
It's fun afternoons like this spent with friends that make me want to share a little bit of wisdom with the other locals that complain about "tourist season." If you can't beat them, join them!!! You're the one missing out on all the fun!!!
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