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Jamaica
Day 2 July 10 :
Enjoy a hearty
breakfast.
 Half day tour of
historic Port Royal
including a treasure
hunt in town going to
various heritage sites
including Fort Charles
(which was the model for
the fort in Pirates of
the Caribbean), the
Maritime Museum, the old
naval cemetery, and St.
Peter’s Church where we
have special permission
to view the articles
donated by Sir Henry
Morgan which he
“acquired” from one of
his raids on Spanish
ships. From Port Royal
we also get a view of
the infamous Gallow’s
Point where many
convicted pirates were
hanged.
 Lunch on own. Afternoon
city tour of Kingston.
This evening enjoy an
educational presentation
by JNHT marine
archaeologist on
historical Port Royal,
the earthquake in 1692,
research efforts
including the 1981 Port
Royal Project, and
discussion of what
researchers see when
they dive to the Sunken
City of Port Royal.
Viewing of artifacts
from research and
excavations. Evening
reception including
snacks and drinks.
  
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Itinerary
