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A Few Days in Saipan

Aerial view of Training Ship Golden Bear entering Saipan.
Written By Madalyn Reynolds, Assistant Purser, and Jessica Fowler, Purser
Cadets pose on the deck of Golden Bear in Saipan harbor
Photo courtesy of Assistant Purser Maddie Reynolds

Ahoy!

TS Golden Bear arrived in Saipan on the 12th and visited for a few days before departing on the 15th. We had an excellent time on this beautiful island!! The beaches were unforgettable and the scenery was superb. There were many cool places to explore yet everything was easily accessible. We were docked in a prime location close to beaches, hotels, restaurants, bars, and downtown areas as well as a few intriguing must-see points of interest. The water is truly amazing - those of us who dared enter the crystal clear waters of Saipan saw many different species of fish as well as a few small sharks!

 

 

 

 

Two cadets give the thumbs up on the deck of TS Golden Bear
Excited is an understatement!

 

Four male cadets in uniform on the deck of TS Golden Bear

 

Four male cadets in uniform on the deck of TS Golden Bear

 

Three cadets relax on the deck of TS Golden Bear

 

A cadet in uniform and sunglasses smiles at the camera

 

Cadets gather casually on the deck of TS Golden Bear

 

Uniformed cadets give thumbs up from the deck of the training ship

 

Several cadets enjoy a beach in Saipan
One of many amazing beaches in Saipan~ Photos 2-9 courtesy of 1C Cadet Emily Robison

 

A group of students pos in swim and dive gear in Saipan
The Grotto was a popular destination for all aboard TS Golden Bear - this group had the opportunity to do some diving there. Photo courtesy of Professor Joel Aldrich

 

Students from Western Pacific Maritime Academy on the deck of TS Golden Bear
We were excited to offer a tour of our vessel to students from the Western Pacific Maritime Academy

 

Students stand on posts at Mount Tapochau
Mount Tapochau was another cool spot to check out while visiting Saipan. Photo courtesy of Captain Bannister

 

Saipan was our fourth port out of five, which means we are nearing the end of Sea Term. With about three weeks left of our 65 day voyage, we will soon begin advancing our clocks before crossing the International Date Line once again and repeating a day - June 22nd. We still have a lot to accomplish in these final weeks so be sure to check back for more exciting updates!

Fair winds and following seas...


Check back often and follow the voyage with our series that gives the latest news from Summer Sea Term! TSGB will travel to San Diego, CA, Kauai, HI, Guam, Saipan, NMI, and Seattle, WA prior to returning to Vallejo on July 7th.