Cruising to position ourselves for a Gulf Stream crossing early next week. Watching the weather…saw this…13 foot waves off the east coast of Florida. We are staying patient while we wait for winds and waves to subside. Made it to a nice
Starting our way northward as we plan a stateside arrival sometime next week into Palm Beach…weather permitting. Took a morning swim at this gorgeous beach at Treasure Cay. Met a friendly crab 🦀 Said goodbye to Treasure Cay and made the “whale
One of the most beautiful beaches anywhere is right here on Treasure Cay. Cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite…pounded to tenderize, fried, grilled or cooked in foil. Fried is the all-time favorite method. Spicey wings is another Bahamian favorite food. Conch Quest… Conch
Cruising from Marsh Harbor to Treasure Cay Here we are relative to Florida. As we left Marsh Harbor, a vessel 230 feet was entering the commercial channel. It appeared to have containers for resupplying the Island. Marsh Harbor was busy with commercial
Starting to slowly make our way back northbound. May take 10 days or so with a storm brewing in Florida. 17 foot waves coming Friday off the Florida coast. Time for us to be patient and stay in a protected harbor. Arrived
A barge came close to us while anchored here near the Lighthouse. Took the dingy to the Tahiti Beach sandbar to relax and enjoy Sunday afternoon. “Thirsty Cuda” pontoon boat was there serving sesame conch bites, hamburgers 🍔, rum punch drinks… Set
We are finding this anchorage a gem. Close to Hopetown, a few real upscale resorts, Tahiti Beach and privacy. Took the dingy to this very nice resort for lunch. Restaurant overlooking the Abaco Sea. Abaco Sea. Choices we make…
Enjoying the anchorage right near Hopetown. Snorkeling in the Atlantic Ocean. Nice to see the fish and live coral. Water is 86 degrees. Walked around the small town. This is a main street for small cars and golf carts. Cottage from 1929.
Visited Tahiti Beach sand bar again. Thunderstorms came in so we left early. Enjoying the privacy of anchoring. Beautiful homes here in Hopetown. Recovered quickly from Hurricane 🌀 Dorian, 2019 because the homeowners and locals worked together. Ate dinner at a nearby
Working on the anchor windlass. Tahiti Beach is a tide sandbar. Brings in the Thirsty Cuda pontoon boat for food and drinks. Enjoyed a drink at a nearby resort, Firefly Resort.