Our Second Columbus Ship Replica (Niña II) - Now In Grand Cayman

This newly built 115-foot replica of a 15th Century Columbus Sailing Ship is now in Grand Cayman.  The ship is docked at Safehaven in the Ritz Carlton Canal.  The Santa Clara, or Niña II as she is called, is available for day sailing trips, sunset cruises and private charters in the calm waters of the North Sound. On deck, the ship is rigged and sailed as ships were 500 years ago and there is cushioned bench seating for 100 people.  Down below, the 800 square foot air-conditioned main salon and galley is finished in wood, granite and marble from Brazil, which includes a galley and male and female restrooms. Guests can relax, have a drink and a snack, shop for souvenirs, or watch a video on our flat screen TV's of the ship being built in the Brazilian jungle.  There's something for everyone on this ship: maritime history buffs, sailing enthusiasts, sunbathers, shoppers, clambering children and even those who just love air conditioning and watching videos, will find this ship the perfect way to spend a couple of hours on this new, unique and romantic tour. CLICK HERE For Calendar and Online Booking Phone: (345) 926-5000 Fax: (345) 946-5557 VHF Channel 74 will be monitored on board ship A Brief Explanation of the naming of Santa Clara / Niña Columbus' original "Niña" was actually named 'Santa Clara' after the patron saint of Moguer. A Spanish vessel in those days had an official religious name, but was generally known by a nickname, which might be a feminine form of her master's patronymic or of her home port. 'Santa Clara' was always called 'Niña', after her master-owner Juan Niño of Moguer. Likewise, Santa Maria was built in Galicia, and was nicknamed 'La Gallega'.

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